Koikimo (full title: Koi to Yobu ni wa Kimochi Warui), the 12-episode romantic comedy from studio Nomad, has landed on Crunchyroll with both English subtitles and dubs. The series adapts the josei manga of the same name and finished its broadcast run in Spring 2021.
The show centers on the unlikely romance between Ichika Arima, a high school student and best friend to the protagonist's sister, and Ryou Amakusa, a wealthy and much older playboy who becomes infatuated with her after she saves him from a fall. Ryou’s persistent, over-the-top romantic advances are met with Ichika's consistent rejection, forming the core comedic dynamic.
With a MAL score of 7.11, Koikimo offers a straightforward, if somewhat formulaic, take on the age-gap romance trope. The complete 12-episode series is now available to stream, allowing viewers to binge the entirety of Ryou's pursuit and Ichika's reactions.
