Kaguya-sama: Love is War

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  • TV-14
  • 2019
  • 3 Seasons
  • 8.5  (19,442)

Kaguya-sama: Love is War is a romantic comedy anime series produced by A-1 Pictures that aired in 2019 on Tokyo MX. The show is based on a popular Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Aka Akasaka. The story revolves around the two student council members of Shuchiin Academy, Miyuki Shirogane and Kaguya Shinomiya. Despite being attracted to each other, they refuse to confess their love, trying hard to make the other confess first. This leads to various hilarious events and schemes that they come up with to make the other admit their feelings.

Miyuki Shirogane is the president of the student council, who is known for his academic brilliance and hard-working attitude. He comes from a financially struggling family and has to work part-time to support them. Kaguya Shinomiya is the vice-president of the student council, who belongs to a wealthy family and has a high social standing. She is beautiful, intelligent, and a bit of a tsundere.

The two main characters are joined by two other members of the student council, Chika Fujiwara, the secretary and Yu Ishigami, the treasurer. Chika is a friendly and outgoing girl who is always there to provide comic relief. On the other hand, Yu is a loner who is more withdrawn and keeps to himself.

The show takes the typical format of a romantic comedy, but with a twist. Normally, in such shows, the couple is already together, and the plot revolves around their adventures as a couple. However, in Kaguya-sama: Love is War, the main characters are not yet a couple, and their love is presented as a battle. Each episode has two parts, each depicting a different scenario in which the pair try to outwit each other into admitting their feelings.

The anime is known for its clever humor, witty dialogue, and its various pop culture references. The humor of the show is derived from the quirky personalities of the characters, their distinctive situations, and the playful schemes they plot against each other.

One of the main themes of the show is the idea that love is a game, and the one who confesses their feelings first loses. Both characters are incredibly competitive, and they see their love as a battlefield. The show also portrays the various insecurities that come with falling in love, which makes the characters relatable to audiences.

The animation style of Kaguya-sama: Love is War is visually stunning, and each episode has a unique look to it. The use of vibrant colors and imagery adds to the overall aesthetic of the show. The characters are well designed, and each one has their unique look and personality.

Overall, Kaguya-sama: Love is War is an entertaining, funny, and heartwarming romantic comedy that will leave viewers rooting for the two main characters to finally confess their love. The show has been praised for its excellent script, clever humor, and relatable characters. It is a must-watch for fans of the genre and anyone looking for a light-hearted anime to watch.

Kaguya-sama: Love is War is a series that is currently running and has 3 seasons (37 episodes). The series first aired on January 15, 2019.

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Dual Confessions, Part 2 / The Shuchiin Afterparty
37. Dual Confessions, Part 2 / The Shuchiin Afterparty
June 25, 2022
Shroud in a cape and dressed in the guise of the phantom thief Arsène, Shirogane waited for Kaguya's arrival atop the clock tower roof overlooking Shuchiin. When asked why he would do such a thing, Shirogane answered that there was something he wanted to show Kaguya. The festival's afterparty has already begun as the sun set over this school and the students could be seen encircling and enjoying the bonfire. While the emotions that could not be expressed with words mingled between Shirogane and Kaguya's hearts... Shirogane carried out his ultra-romantic operation!!
Kaguya Wants to Confess, Part 2 / Kaguya Wants to Confess, Part 3 / Dual Confessions, Part 1
36. Kaguya Wants to Confess, Part 2 / Kaguya Wants to Confess, Part 3 / Dual Confessions, Part 1
June 24, 2022
Summary is not available.
Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Make Her Confess, Part 4 / Tsubame Koyasu Wants to Say No / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Make Her Confess, Part 5
35. Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Make Her Confess, Part 4 / Tsubame Koyasu Wants to Say No / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Make Her Confess, Part 5
June 17, 2022
Summary is not available.
Kozue Makihara Wants to Have Fun / Chika Fujiwara Wants to Unmask / Miyuki Shirogane's Culture Festival
34. Kozue Makihara Wants to Have Fun / Chika Fujiwara Wants to Unmask / Miyuki Shirogane's Culture Festival
June 11, 2022
Ishigami, who succeeded in inviting Tsubame on a Culture Festival date, browses around campus exhibits in an attempt to shorten the distance between the two. In the end, it didn't go as well as hoped. But when he tried to express his everyday feelings of gratitude for the upperclassman he feels indebted to, it caused an unexpected uproar. Shirogane was astonished after witnessing the unexpected event. Gripped by the fear that his secretly planned "Make Shinomiya Confess Plan" will be ruined, he sinks into despair after thinking too hard about every detail.
Spring of First Year / Kaguya's Culture Festival / Yu Ishigami's Culture Festival
33. Spring of First Year / Kaguya's Culture Festival / Yu Ishigami's Culture Festival
June 4, 2022
One week after enrolling in Shuchiin Academy as a special scholarship student, Shirogane had already regretted that he had come to a school he should not have. The students around him were elites born into famous families. Shirogane, who is from a modest household and enrolled from a school outside of Shuchiin's track, couldn't even find a friend to eat with, so he quietly kills time away from the cafeteria. Just as Shirogane's miserable emotions explode, an upperclassman with a student cap appears in front of him. A shining golden fourragere lays across his chest as proof of student council president. And he says that he's come to recruit Shirogane into the student council.
Kei Shirogane Wants to Show Off / About Kaguya Shinomiya, Part 2 / Kaguya Wants to Confess
32. Kei Shirogane Wants to Show Off / About Kaguya Shinomiya, Part 2 / Kaguya Wants to Confess
May 28, 2022
Kaguya learns about the romantic legend that giving a heart-shaped gift at the Culture Festival brings eternal love. She wonders if there is a way she can give Shirogane a heart-shaped gift without getting caught. But her plans are full of errors, and she panics. She becomes sick of herself as a cowardly person who can only come up with negative ideas. There, Shirogane, exhausted from preparing for the Culture Festival, shows up. As Kaguya sees Shirogane doing his best for everyone as the student council president, she...
Miko Iino Can't Love, Part 1 / Students Wish to Discuss the Culture Festival / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Blow It Up
31. Miko Iino Can't Love, Part 1 / Students Wish to Discuss the Culture Festival / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Blow It Up
May 21, 2022
While all the classes were consumed in preparation for Shuchiin Academy's Hoshin Culture Festival, Shirogane and those from Class 2-B were working hard at making balloon art. As Fujiwara delicately puts finishing touches on a cute balloon bear, the clumsy Shirogane keeps popping them no matter how many times he tries. The sound of balloons popping echoes sadly in the classroom. But Fujiwara, who has joined Shirogane's special training many times up until now, hardens her heart and decides not to help this time. To overcome this without the help of others, Shirogane heads to the student council room for practice. However, Kaguya is in the room...
The Student Council Wants to Move Forward / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Make Her Confess, Part 2 / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Make Her Confess, Part 3
30. The Student Council Wants to Move Forward / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Make Her Confess, Part 2 / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Make Her Confess, Part 3
May 14, 2022
Parent-Teacher Conferences to determine each student's future begin at Shuchiin Academy. One wishes to continue in the academy's university, one is considering taking exams for a different university – both will declare their future plans. Fujiwara, who is joined by her father, jokes around and expresses her desire to go to a university outside of the academy. Meanwhile, Kaguya's father didn't show up, but she informs them just as her parents instructed – that she will continue to Shuchiin's university. While Maki, Hayasaka, and the others each discuss their dreams, last but not least is Shirogane who is taking the exam. In a clear and confident tone, he declares the road he must proceed. And that answer is...!
Chika Fujiwara Wants to Beat a Rhythm / Ai Hayasaka Wants to Talk / Maki Shijo Wants Some Help
29. Chika Fujiwara Wants to Beat a Rhythm / Ai Hayasaka Wants to Talk / Maki Shijo Wants Some Help
May 6, 2022
Shirogane wants to improve his atrocious rap skills so he can express himself to Herthaka. Fujiwara offers to learn about hip-hop so she can help him.
Kaguya Shinomiya's Impossible Demand:
28. Kaguya Shinomiya's Impossible Demand: "A Cowrie a Swallow Gave Birth To" Part 1 / Yu Ishigami Wants to Prove Himself Worthy / Chika Fujiwara Wants to Stay Over
April 30, 2022
After their second semester final exams end, there are plans for a sleepover at Kaguya's house. But Shirogane and the others are unable to come, leaving Fujiwara as the only one who can join. While barley glancing at an upset Kaguya, Fujiwara gets excited about the totally hot butler Mr. Herthaka without realizing it's Hayasaka dressed as a man. That night as the girl talk unfolds at the pajama party, a sleep-deprived Kaguya takes on a strange mood before anyone can notice. With that energy, she calls Shirogane and ends up asking outrageous questions.
Nagisa Kashiwagi Wants to Kill / Maki Shijo Wants to Take Action / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Be Believed
27. Nagisa Kashiwagi Wants to Kill / Maki Shijo Wants to Take Action / Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Be Believed
April 23, 2022
Kashiwagi is convinced that her boyfriend is cheating on her. Later, Shirogane and Ishigami listen to Kaguya's relative Maki describe her love woes.
Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Mediate / Kaguya Wants to Distract Him / Kaguya Preemptively Strikes
26. Miyuki Shirogane Wants to Mediate / Kaguya Wants to Distract Him / Kaguya Preemptively Strikes
April 16, 2022
Kaguya makes a big fuss when she learns that Shirogane was invited to a karaoke group date and orders Hayasaka to remove him from the venue. Dissatisfied with such treatment yet unable to refuse her mistress' instructions, Hayasaka joins the party as Shirogane's acquaintance Smithee A. Herthaka and plans to ruin the atmosphere by airing out that Shirogane once dumped her. And although she manages to get Shirogane out, a rebellious spirit against Kaguya has begun to grow...
Miko Iino Wants to Be Soothed / Kaguya Doesn
25. Miko Iino Wants to Be Soothed / Kaguya Doesn
April 9, 2022
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Where to Watch Kaguya-sama: Love is War
Kaguya-sama: Love is War is available for streaming on the Tokyo MX website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Kaguya-sama: Love is War on demand at Amazon Prime, Netflix, Amazon and Hulu.
  • Premiere Date
    January 15, 2019
  • IMDB Rating
    8.5  (19,442)