5-toubun no Hanayome*

The Quintessential Quintuplets* / 五等分の花嫁*
5-toubun no Hanayome*
Genres: Comedy, Harem, Romance, School, Shounen
Themes: Harem, School
Demographics: Shounen
Studios: Bibury Animation Studios
Producers: DAX Production, Nichion, Pony Canyon
Rating: 7.45 / 10
Rank: #2206
Popularity: #4411
Users Listed: 30,502
Users Scored: 9,613
NSFW: No
Last Updated: 11/23/2024
Aired: December 24, 2024 (Fall)
Type: Tv Special
Source: manga
Age Rating: PG 13
Episodes: 2

Synopsis:

The series follows Fuutarou Uesugi as he accompanies the five Nakano sisters on a vacation. This seemingly idyllic trip becomes a complex exploration of familial dynamics and individual desires. Each sister presents a distinct personality and approach to life, creating a multifaceted environment for Fuutarou to navigate. The narrative unfolds through everyday interactions and shared experiences, highlighting the subtle tensions and affections within the group.

Beyond the surface-level charm, the anime delves into themes of connection, self-discovery, and the challenges of building meaningful relationships. It’s a character-driven story that prioritizes nuanced portrayal over high-stakes conflict, offering a contemplative glimpse into the intricacies of human interaction and the potential for finding belonging in unexpected places. The atmosphere is generally warm and observational, lending itself to a gentle and thoughtful viewing experience.

Trailer:

Characters:

  • Nakano, Itsuki (Main) - Voice Actors: Minase, Inori
  • Nakano, Nino (Main) - Voice Actors: Taketatsu, Ayana
  • Nakano, Ichika (Main) - Voice Actors: Hanazawa, Kana
  • Nakano, Yotsuba (Main) - Voice Actors: Sakura, Ayane
  • Nakano, Miku (Main) - Voice Actors: Itou, Miku
  • Uesugi, Fuutarou (Main) - Voice Actors: Matsuoka, Yoshitsugu
  • Ebata (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Sanpei, Yuuki
  • Fuutarou's Grandfather (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Souya, Kazuki
  • Fuutarou's Grandmother (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kowaka, Wakana
  • Lily (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Tachibana, Azusa
  • Nakano, Maruo (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Kuroda, Takaya
  • Takeda, Yuusuke (Supporting) - Voice Actors: Saitou, Souma

Staff:

  • Jinbo, Masato (Director, Series Composition)
  • Takakuwa, Hajime (Sound Director)
  • Akitaya, Noriaki (Episode Director)
  • Abe, Motohiro (Storyboard)
  • Hanazawa, Kana (Theme Song Performance)
  • Itou, Miku (Theme Song Performance)
  • Minase, Inori (Theme Song Performance)
  • Sakura, Ayane (Theme Song Performance)
  • Taketatsu, Ayana (Theme Song Performance)
  • Chiba, Daisuke (Director of Photography)
  • Gotou, Toshihiko (Art Director)
  • Haruba, Negi (Original Creator)
  • Katsumata, Masato (Character Design)
  • Kimura, Ayaka (Animation Director)
  • Matsuyama, Aiko (Color Design)
  • Nakamura, Hanae (Music)
  • Narita, Koyu (Planning)
  • Nonaka, Masayuki (Chief Animation Director)
  • Sakurai, Miki (Music)
  • Tabuchi, Natsumi (Music)
  • Tagai, Isao (Associate Producer)
  • Takemiya, Mutsumi (Editing)
  • Yagihara, Yui (Animation Director)
  • Yoneda, Hiroshi (Animation Director)

Related Anime/Manga:

  • 5-toubun no Hanayome Movie (anime - Prequel)
  • Mitoubun: Haruba Negi Tanpenshuu (manga - Adaptation)