Netflix unveils first look for new ‘Kimi ni Todoke’ live-action series

Netflix reveals the first look of the new live-action action adaptation of Karuho Shiina’s hit manga series Kimi ni Todoke.

The upcoming drama features Sara Minami (Dear Etranger, This Child is Evil) as Sawako and Ouji Suzuka (Listen to the Universe) as Shota Kazehaya in the lead roles. Takehiko Shinjo (Asunaro Hakusho, Iguana Girl) and Takeo Kikuchi(Dear Deer, Hello, Goodbye, Bokyo) will be teaming up as directors of the series. 

It is based on Karuho Shiina’s hit comic, published in “Bessatsu Margaret” (Shueisha) from 2006 to 2017, and has already inspired an anime series, live-action film, and games.

From Me to You: Kimi ni Todoke will premiere worldwide on March 2023.