“Sakuta faces new Puberty Syndrome cases involving younger Mai and his hospitalized mother, seeking solutions to supernatural anomalies.”
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid
青春ブタ野郎はランドセルガールの夢を見ない
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Based on your preference for character-driven stories with layered emotional arcs, this title's exploration of identity and belonging would deeply resonate. The pacing mirrors series you've rated highly, and its thematic depth aligns with your appreciation for nuanced storytelling...
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Synopsis
Sakuta faces new Puberty Syndrome cases involving younger Mai and his hospitalized mother, seeking solutions to supernatural anomalies.
As Sakuta Azusagawa waits for Mai Sakurajima at the beach on her high school graduation day, he encounters a version of Mai from her child acting days. However, when Mai finally arrives, her younger self disappears, leaving him confused. Sakuta spots an unfamiliar scar on his body when he returns home, which confirms his suspicion—he is involved in another case of the inexplicable Puberty Syndrome. Not long after, Sakuta and his sister, Kaede, receive a call from their father. He tells them that their mother, who had been recently discharged from the hospital, wants to see her daughter once more. Experiencing strange occurrences while visiting his mother with Kaede, Sakuta must find a way to solve the Puberty Syndrome abnormalities.
What people say
Community consensus
Derived from 14 sampled reviews
What 14 viewers settled on.
Polarized
σ 2.32 · split reception
5.2 pts
Recommenders 8.7 · others 3.5
↑ 0.36
Running avg · Jan 2024 → Jul 2025
- 8 “The dialogue feels incredibly grounded and realistic, and the emotional storytelling genuinely makes you feel what the author intends without relying on fanservice or overpowered protagonists....”
- 7 “The slice of life scenes and deepening relationship dynamics make this entry worth watching, with enjoyable appearances from both major and minor characters. However, the themes feel significantly...”
- 8 “This movie felt like reuniting with an old friend, delivering a satisfying sense of finality as Sakuta's family arc comes full circle and he's ready to move forward with Mai. The poetic callback to...”
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- Format 1 × 74′ eps × min
- Total runtime 1h 14m all episodes
- Aired Dec 2023 – ongoing
- Source Movie media type
- Rated PG 13 - Teens 13 or older
- Ref. BS-23851 catalog
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- Aniplex of America Licensor