Asteroid in Love

On a clear night long ago, Mira Kinohata met Ao Manaka, a kid who loves stargazing. Ao opens her eyes to the sky's small wonders, from orbiting planets to distant suns. Before they part, Mira learns there is a star named after her and none named for Ao. She makes a quiet vow to name a new asteroid after Ao someday. Years later, Mira is in high school at Hoshizaki Academy and dreams of joining the Astronomy Club. Instead she discovers the clubs have merged into an Earth Sciences Club with Geology, and yet she and Ao are reunited. Together with their new teammates they set out to find an asteroid.

Created by Yuka Yamada, Asteroid in Love is a 2020 animated comedy. It centers on friendship and big dreams, with a breezy approachable style. The voice cast features Maria Sashide, Tomoyo Takayanagi, Megumi Yamaguchi, Sumire Uesaka and Nao Toyama.

Reception leans toward a gentle, character driven tone. The story blends school life with astronomy and memory, exploring promises kept and teamwork. It also foregrounds curiosity, patient study, and the power of friends who share a goal. The show carries a modest audience score of 6.318 out of 10 from 22 votes.

Visually the series uses bright colors and simple lines to make space approachable for younger viewers. It fits a broader trend of STEM friendly anime that blends friendship with curiosity, encouraging viewers to imagine their own cosmic possibilities. The cheerful, non dramatic tone helps common audiences feel included in science talk, potentially nudging curious fans to learn a little more about stars and planets.

No major nominations or wins are listed for Asteroid in Love. While it may not be a major awards darling, the series stands out for its warm portrayal of teen researchers and the bond between Mira and Ao, which many viewers remember.