After the Rain

After the Rain centers on Akira Tachibana, once the star of the track club, whose athletic flame flickered out when an injury forced her to walk away. Masami Kondou is a divorced father who poured his energy into chasing a writing dream, only to end up running a cafe where Akira works. Their paths cross in a way that feels almost accidental yet inevitable, and the two begin to reexamine what they want from life. Their quiet, imperfect bond as it grows with small conversations, shared meals, and the answers they find in each other. It is about resilience, renewal, and redefining goal after loss.

Based on Jun Mayuzuki's manga Koi wa Ameagari no You ni, this 2018 series is a collaboration between Deko Akao and Jun Mayuzuki. It translates the quiet emotional core of the source into restrained animation and voice work.

Among fans it earned praise for its understated mood and mature look at relationships. The art style and pacing invite reflection, and the show has sparked conversations about balancing ambition with everyday care, making it a memorable entry in its genre. Its popularity has grown in streaming communities where fans focus on character arcs and mood. The show often appears in conversations about adult romance in animation.

There are no major awards listed for this series. It has a solid reception from viewers, reflected in a 7.12 out of 10 average from 82 votes, suggesting steady appreciation for its character work and quiet emotional honesty. Impact on its audience is evident in fan ratings and discussion threads rather than formal accolades.

The marriage of restraint and warmth invites viewers to reflect on how past losses shape present choices. Akira and Masami's evolving bond raises questions about loneliness, healing, and whether love can come in quiet, everyday moments. The show respects its audience by avoiding melodrama and instead building connection through small, honest scenes.