REMOW announced on December 24 that it has revealed the main staff and teaser visual for the television anime of Kuzushiro's The Moon on a Rainy Night (Amayo no Tsuki) manga. The Moon on a Rainy Night anime announcement marks the adaptation of Kuzushiro's yuri romance series, bringing the slow-burn story of Saki and Kanon to screen through CompTown animation and REMOW worldwide licensing.
Tomoe Makino (Aharen-san wa Hakarenai, A Tale of the Secret Saint, Woodpecker Detective's Office) is directing the anime at CompTown. Shogo Yasukawa (Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma, Mitsuboshi Colors, Rock is a Lady's Modesty) is writing and overseeing the series scripts, and Ayumi Nishibata (Otherside Picnic, Migi & Dali) is designing the characters. The Moon on a Rainy Night anime production brings together experienced staff members, with Tomoe Makino's directorial experience, Shogo Yasukawa's scriptwriting expertise, and Ayumi Nishibata's character design work ensuring quality adaptation of Kuzushiro's source material.
REMOW also revealed a collaboration illustration with the A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace franchise, which is also based on a manga by Kuzushiro. The Moon on a Rainy Night collaboration art connects the two Kuzushiro adaptations, with A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace currently airing as of late 2025, creating cross-promotional opportunities between the creator's works.
REMOW also shared a short interview with Kuzushiro, in which the creator discussed the themes and messages of The Moon on a Rainy Night. Kuzushiro explained that everyone carries worries and struggles that can't be seen with the eye, and even when two people share similar burdens, truly understanding or sharing those feelings completely can be extremely difficult, which is why communication becomes essential. The Moon on a Rainy Night themes explore universal challenges through the lens of high school girls, with the series approaching these issues with the mindset of exploring challenges alongside the characters as the story unfolds.
Kuzushiro also expressed that the production team's deep understanding and affection for the characters shines through every part of the anime, from their expressions and voices to the background details and direction, and would be delighted if viewers could feel that love as they watch. The Moon on a Rainy Night creator interview highlights the collaborative nature of the adaptation, with Kuzushiro's appreciation for the production team's dedication to bringing the characters to life.
Kodansha USA licensed the manga, and it describes the story: One rainy night, Saki is rushing to a piano lesson when she crashes into a beautiful, long-haired girl, dropping her sheet music in the process. Saki stutters an apology, but the girl simply hands back her sheet music and leaves without a word. Saki begins her first day of high school the following morning, only to find the stranger from the night before sitting at the desk next to hers. She learns that the girl's name is Kanon and that she is not quite completely deaf, but very hard of hearing. Though Kanon needs to be close to people to read their lips, she tends to push people away with her icy demeanor. Through one kind gesture, Saki slowly begins breaking down the walls around Kanon, even as she feels something new blossoming within her. The Moon on a Rainy Night story synopsis presents a slow-burn romance narrative combining disability representation (hearing loss) with high school girls' love themes, as Saki and Kanon navigate their growing connection through music and communication.
Kuzushiro debuted the manga on Kodansha's Comic Days website in June 2021. Kodansha will publish the manga's 11th volume on January 20, 2026. Kodansha USA released the eighth volume digitally on December 23, 2025. The Moon on a Rainy Night manga publication demonstrates the series' ongoing success, with 11 volumes scheduled for release in Japan and continued English publication through Kodansha USA, establishing the series as a popular yuri romance title.
Kuzushiro also created the Egao no Taenai Shokuba Desu, Chihaya-san wa Sono Mama de Ii (You're Fine the Way You Are, Chihaya-san), Living With My Brother's Wife (Ani no Yome to Kurashiteimasu.), Tobaku Senpai Nani Kakeru?, and Akuma no Mama (Mama Akuma) manga. Manga UP! publishes Living With My Brother's Wife in English, and Yen Press publishes Mama Akuma in English. Kuzushiro creator portfolio showcases the artist's diverse range of works, with multiple series receiving English publication through various publishers, demonstrating her recognition in the manga industry.
A television anime adaptation of Egao no Taenai Shokuba Desu premiered on October 6, 2025. Crunchyroll is streaming the series as it airs under the title A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace. A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace anime adaptation represents another Kuzushiro work receiving animated treatment, with the series currently airing and featuring a collaboration illustration with The Moon on a Rainy Night, creating connections between the creator's adaptations.
Kuzushiro launched her Inugami-san to Nekoyama-san manga in Ichijinsha's Comic Yuri Hime magazine in 2011, and ended it in January 2017. Ichijinsha published the manga's sixth and final compiled book volume in August 2017. The manga received a 13-episode television anime series adaptation, which premiered in Japan in April 2014. Crunchyroll streamed the series as it aired in Japan. Kuzushiro Inugami-san to Nekoyama-san demonstrates the creator's experience with anime adaptations, with her earlier yuri series receiving a 13-episode anime treatment, establishing her as a recognized voice in the girls' love genre.
The Moon on a Rainy Night TV anime announcement represents a significant milestone for Kuzushiro's yuri romance series, bringing the story of Saki and Kanon's slow-burn romance to screen through CompTown animation and REMOW worldwide licensing. The collaboration with A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace and the creator's interview insights provide additional context for fans interested in the series' themes of communication, understanding, and disability representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Moon on a Rainy Night about?
It is a drama/romance series following Saki Kindaichi, a high school student who meets a beautiful, cold classmate named Kanon Oikawa. Saki discovers that Kanon is hard of hearing and uses lip-reading to communicate. The story follows their growing emotional bond and blossoming romance.
Who is creating The Moon on a Rainy Night anime?
Tomoe Makino is directing the anime at CompTown, with Shogo Yasukawa writing and overseeing the series scripts, and Ayumi Nishibata designing the characters.
When will The Moon on a Rainy Night anime premiere?
As of December 29, 2025, a specific premiere date has not yet been announced. The project is currently in production following the reveal of the teaser visual and main staff.
Who is the original creator of The Moon on a Rainy Night?
The series is based on the manga by Kuzushiro, who is also the creator of Inugami-san to Nekoyama-san and A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace.
Where can I read The Moon on a Rainy Night manga?
The manga is licensed by Kodansha USA for English release. Digital volumes are available on various platforms; Volume 8 was released on December 23, 2025.
What themes does The Moon on a Rainy Night explore?
The story explores the difficulty of truly understanding others' internal struggles, the importance of communication, and navigating life with a disability (hearing loss).
Is there a collaboration with other Kuzushiro works?
Yes. A collaboration illustration was recently released featuring characters from this series and A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace. Additionally, the character Kanon Oikawa made a guest voice appearance in the Mangaka's anime series in late 2025.
What studio is animating The Moon on a Rainy Night?
The anime is being produced at Studio CompTown.
How many volumes of The Moon on a Rainy Night manga have been published?
In Japan, 10 volumes have been published as of late 2025, with Volume 11 scheduled for release on January 20, 2026.
Who is licensing The Moon on a Rainy Night anime?
The worldwide license for the anime is held by REMOW.