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Episodes (13)
EP 1Naho receives a letter from her future self warning about transfer student Kakeru Naruse
Jul 4, 2016During the spring of her second year of high school, Naho receives a letter written by herself ten years in the future. The document accurately predicts upcoming events, specifically introducing Kakeru Naruse, a transfer student from Tokyo who takes the seat next to her in class. The letter explicitly urges Naho not to invite Kakeru to join her group of friends for an outing on that specific day. Despite the clear instruction to avoid this interaction, the underlying reason for this urgent plea remains a mystery, leaving Naho to question the significance of the warning and the potential consequences of ignoring the future message.
EP 2Kakeru Joins Soccer Club Provisionally and Requests Lunch from Naho
Jul 11, 2016Kakeru officially joins the soccer club as a provisional member, fulfilling the instructions found in the letter. Following practice, the conversation shifts to lunch arrangements. Kakeru jokingly asks Naho to prepare his meals as well. Naho is initially confused by this request. However, she feels compelled to comply due to a letter she received from her future self ten years later. This message reveals that her older self deeply regrets not making lunch for Kakeru. Consequently, Naho decides to act on this advice despite her current bewilderment regarding the situation and the strange timing of the request.
EP 3Naho finds hope in Kakeru's actions contradicting the letter's prediction about the soccer club.
Jul 18, 2016The letter states that Kakeru will not join the soccer club, yet he actually does. This discrepancy between the written prediction and reality brings hope to Naho, leading her to believe that the future is beginning to shift in a positive direction. However, her optimism is quickly challenged when she must confront the contents of the letter, which details the upcoming romantic relationship between Kakeru and Ueda-senpai. This new information complicates her feelings about the changing timeline and the events unfolding around her.
EP 4Naho struggles with jealousy over Kakeru’s holiday date with Ueda-senpai
Jul 25, 2016Naho finds herself unable to focus on her friends' conversations due to deep concern regarding Kakeru's date with Ueda-senpai during the holidays. Since Kakeru began dating Ueda-senpai, Naho has experienced significant difficulty maintaining proper communication with him. She deeply regrets not expressing her true feelings directly to Kakeru on the day Ueda-senpai asked him out. Now, she must decide how to handle her unresolved emotions and the growing distance between them. The narrative highlights her internal conflict and hesitation as she observes their relationship develop, leaving her to wonder about the best course of action to address her lingering attachment and the changes in her dynamic with Kakeru.
EP 5Kakeru presents Naho a hairpin and invites her to study for exams
Aug 1, 2016Kakeru gives Naho a hairpin and invites her to study together for upcoming exams over the weekend. As the two grow closer, Naho gathers the courage to ask Kakeru to watch fireworks with her at the end of the school festival.
EP 6Naho faces a final obstacle before the promised fireworks with Kakeru.
Aug 8, 2016On the concluding day of the school festival, Naho and Kakeru intend to watch fireworks together as previously agreed. Their plans are interrupted when Ueda-sama obstructs Naho just before the event begins. The narrative questions whether Naho can overcome this interference to finally share the fireworks experience with Kakeru, mirroring the outcome predicted by her future self. This moment serves as a critical test of her ability to alter the timeline and achieve the happiness she desires, leaving the resolution of their shared evening uncertain.
EP 7Future letter reveals regrets over missing Kakeru's birthday celebration
Aug 15, 2016A letter from the future reveals that everyone regrets not celebrating Kakeru's birthday. High school Naho and her friends persistently ask Kakeru about his wishes leading up to the event. Meanwhile, 26 year-old Naho and her group gather at the late Kakeru's grandmother's house. They hold a birthday celebration there, fulfilling a promise made in the past. The narrative contrasts the present efforts to honor Kakeru with the retrospective actions of the older group, highlighting the shared sentiment of regret across different timelines regarding the missed opportunity to celebrate his special day.
EP 8Naho questions the future letter's accuracy regarding Kakeru's relay race participation.
Aug 22, 2016Naho has consistently followed the instructions provided by the letter from the future. However, she begins to doubt whether the guidance is always correct. The letter specifically requests that she prevent Kakeru from running in the relay race during the athletic festival. Faced with this directive, Naho must consider her own judgment against the future message. The narrative focuses on her internal conflict and the decision she ultimately makes regarding Kakeru's participation in the event, challenging her previous unwavering compliance with the mysterious correspondence.
EP 9Naho finds relief in friends' support as she and Kakeru grow closer before the athletic festival.
Aug 29, 2016Naho experiences a sense of relief after receiving the backing of her friends. Simultaneously, her relationship with Kakeru deepens as they grow closer to one another. The narrative then shifts to the arrival of the athletic festival. The story focuses on the actions taken by Naho and her group to ensure that Kakeru is able to fully enjoy the event. Their efforts are directed toward guaranteeing that he can participate in the festivities with genuine happiness and satisfaction from the bottom of his heart.
EP 10Kakeru conceals his ankle injury during the athletic festival before opening up to friends.
Sep 5, 2016During the athletic festival, Kakeru injures his ankle while playing the pole-toppling game but decides to hide this fact from the rest of the group. He attempts to endure the pain in silence until Suwa and his friends notice his distress and confront him. Overwhelmed by their kindness and support, Kakeru finally breaks down his emotional barriers and shares the burden he has been carrying alone. Following this emotional release, the class relay race commences, marking a pivotal moment of connection and vulnerability for the characters involved in the event.
EP 11Naho confronts New Year's Eve after a fight with Kakeru
Sep 12, 2016Naho recalls a conflict with Kakeru on New Year's Eve, noting she never apologized before his death as described in a letter from the future. Despite this past regret, she now feels confident in her ability to handle upcoming events. Consequently, she chooses to face the holiday directly rather than avoiding it. This shift in mindset allows her to approach the situation with renewed determination and readiness to deal with whatever challenges arise during the celebration.
EP 12Kakeru relocates to Matsumoto with his mother, facing tragedy on his first school day.
Sep 19, 2016Kakeru moves to Matsumoto with his mother after she decides to relocate there for personal reasons. On the first day of school following his transfer, his mother passes away, leading Kakeru to blame himself. Consequently, he declines Suwa's invitation to join the Soccer club. Although he encounters former classmates from Tokyo, none of them comprehend his emotional state. Overwhelmed by distress, Kakeru feels trapped with no apparent way out.
EP 13Naho struggles to deliver Valentine's chocolate to distant Kakeru before his final day.
Sep 26, 2016Following a significant incident on New Year's Eve, Kakeru has been maintaining emotional distance from Naho. Consequently, she is unable to present him with her Valentine's Day chocolate. Despite these obstacles and the growing separation between them, Naho remains determined to express her true feelings to him. The narrative reaches a critical juncture as the characters confront the specific date foretold in the letters from the past, known as Kakeru's Final Day. This moment forces everyone to face the consequences of the events outlined in the mysterious correspondence, marking a pivotal point in their relationships and the unfolding timeline.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does orange have?
- orange has 13 episodes.
- When did orange come out?
- orange came out in 2016.
- Which studio made orange?
- orange was produced by Telecom Animation Film.
- Who directed orange?
- orange was directed by Hiroshi Hamasaki.
- Is orange finished?
- Current status of orange: Finished.