KIZNAIVER

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  • TV-14
  • 2016
  • 1 Season
  • 6.9  (1,792)

KIZNAIVER is a science fiction anime television series produced by Trigger animation studio, directed by Hiroshi Kobayashi, and written by Mari Okada. The show was first aired in Japan on Tokyo Broadcasting System on April 9, 2016. The plot of the show revolves around the concept of teenagers who are connected emotionally, thereby having their pain distributed amongst each other. The show is set in Sugomori City, where the city government tests a program called the Kizuna System, and the series focuses on the seven teenagers who are chosen to take part in the experiment.

The protagonist of the series is Katsuhira Agata, voiced by Yuki Kaji, who is a seemingly emotionless and indifferent high school student. However, Katsuhira was bullied in the past and has since shut himself away from others. One day, he is kidnapped by a group of self-proclaimed "Pain Collectors," who have an interest in testing out the Kizuna System, which connects people emotionally so that they can share each other's pain. Katsuhira, along with six other teenagers, is chosen to participate in this experiment.

The other six teenagers include Chidori Takashiro, voiced by Hibiku Yamamura, a hot-headed and bossy girl who is Katsuhira's childhood friend, and Noriko Sonozaki, voiced by Misaki Kuno, who is the head of the "Pain Collectors" and acts as the primary antagonist of the series. The other Kiznaivers include the easy-going Tenga Hajime, voiced by Tomoaki Maeno, the reserved but observant Tsuguhito Yuta, voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki, the intellectual and curious Niiyama Niko, voiced by Rina Satou, and the sweet and insecure Maki Honoka, voiced by Kana Hanazawa.

Throughout the series, the characters are forced to confront their own emotional issues and traumas, as well as work together to complete various missions assigned to them by the Kizuna System. As they share their pain, they also grow closer and develop bonds with each other, leading to some romantic tensions and alliances formed in the group.

The animation style of the show is colorful and unique, featuring a mix of realistic and stylized character designs, accompanied by a lively and energetic soundtrack. The show's themes focus on the interconnectedness of human emotions and the power of empathy, as well as touching on issues such as bullying, mental health, and social isolation.

KIZNAIVER received mixed reviews from critics and viewers alike, with some praising its unique concept and character development, while others criticized the uneven pacing and inconsistent plot. Despite this, the show gained a dedicated fanbase and was nominated for several awards, including Best Drama and Best Character Designs at the 3rd Crunchyroll Anime Awards.

In conclusion, KIZNAIVER is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged anime series that explores the depths of human empathy and connection through its unique concept and well-developed characters. While the show may not be for everyone, it offers a fresh take on the traditional coming-of-age genre and provides plenty of character-driven drama and action for those willing to dive into its intricacies.

KIZNAIVER is a series that ran for 1 seasons (12 episodes) between April 9, 2016 and on Tokyo Broadcasting System

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Seasons
If The Kizna System Spread Throughout The World
12. If The Kizna System Spread Throughout The World
June 25, 2016
Katsuhira catches up to Sonozaki in order to try to stop her from trying to connect everyone to the Kizna System.
We Have To Contact Each Other And Confirm Our Feelings. Because We're Friends!
11. We Have To Contact Each Other And Confirm Our Feelings. Because We're Friends!
June 18, 2016
Katsuhira finds out what happened to the friends from his childhood and Sonozaki is intent on making the Kizna Experiment successful no matter what.
You Knew Very Well That Your Romantic Feelings Might Be Unrequited, Right?
10. You Knew Very Well That Your Romantic Feelings Might Be Unrequited, Right?
June 11, 2016
The Kiznaivers all go their own ways. Meanwhile, Katsuhira finds out the truth about the Kizna Experiment and about Sonozaki's past.
It's All Over... I Think
9. It's All Over... I Think
June 4, 2016
The Kiznaivers start to hear each others thoughts, which makes things even more complicated. Meanwhile, a secret about Sonozaki and Katsuhira is revealed.
Happy Times Don't Tend to Last Very Long
8. Happy Times Don't Tend to Last Very Long
May 28, 2016
The Kiznaivers get stuck in a building during a typhoon and some hidden feelings start to come to light.
A Battle Touching Upon the Identity of the Pain that's Seven Times the Pain of One-Seventh of a Pain
7. A Battle Touching Upon the Identity of the Pain that's Seven Times the Pain of One-Seventh of a Pain
May 21, 2016
The Kiznaivers find out the truth about Maki's past, and try to help her overcome it.
Nothing Good Comes from Being Around All of You
6. Nothing Good Comes from Being Around All of You
May 14, 2016
Something from Honoka's past comes back to haunt her, and Nico makes another attempt at becoming her friend.
Wahoo, It's a Training Camp! Let's Step in Deer Poop and Have Pillow Fights! Go, Go!
5. Wahoo, It's a Training Camp! Let's Step in Deer Poop and Have Pillow Fights! Go, Go!
May 7, 2016
The Kiznaivers get to their training camp and are faced with the summer favorite, the test of bravery. Meanwhile, Chidori runs off on her own and the others realize that they might be connected by other means than just their pain.
Now That We're All Connected, Let's All Get to Know Each Other Better, 'Kay?
4. Now That We're All Connected, Let's All Get to Know Each Other Better, 'Kay?
April 30, 2016
The kids get to know Hisomu and Sonozaki promises to let them know a secret about Kiznaivers if they agree to go to a summer training camp.
Depending on How You Look At It, I Think We Could Get Through Anything... Right?
3. Depending on How You Look At It, I Think We Could Get Through Anything... Right?
April 23, 2016
The kids find out that there's actually one other Kiznaiver, and they go to find this mysterious figure.
If You Can Swallow a Bizarre Situation Like This So Easily, Two Buckets of Barium Shouldn't Be a Problem
2. If You Can Swallow a Bizarre Situation Like This So Easily, Two Buckets of Barium Shouldn't Be a Problem
April 16, 2016
The kids are forced into doing self introductions... However, it appears that the self introductions that Sonozaki wants them to do requires much more than the usual name and what class they're in. They find out that every wrong answer has a penalty, and painfully learn that they are indeed connected to each other...
Sometimes, a Bond Can Bloom from the First Day Eye Contact Is Made
1. Sometimes, a Bond Can Bloom from the First Day Eye Contact Is Made
April 9, 2016
Agata Katsuhira is a strange young man who doesn't feel pain. One day, he encounters a mysterious young woman named Sonozaki Noriko, who changes his life, as well as the lives of his classmates forever.
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Where to Watch KIZNAIVER
KIZNAIVER is available for streaming on the Tokyo Broadcasting System website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch KIZNAIVER on demand at Max and Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    April 9, 2016
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (1,792)