Popular Webtoon "Here U Are," with Over 390 Million Views Worldwide, Is Getting a TV Anime Adaptation!

The globally popular webtoon 'Here U Are,' with over 390 million views worldwide, is being adapted into a TV anime!

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*AI Translated

The coming-of-age manga "Here U Are" has won the hearts of readers around the world with its delicate storytelling and deeply human characters. This hugely popular webtoon, boasting over 390 million views worldwide as of April 2026, is finally being adapted into a highly anticipated TV anime in Japan in response to the passionate voices of fans everywhere. Along with the teaser visual and teaser PV, the main character designs, cast, and main staff information have been revealed. Be sure to check out comments from the cast and staff, as well as a special illustration by the original creator D Jun to celebrate the anime adaptation.

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Teaser Visual & Teaser PV Released!

Teaser Visual

Teaser Visual

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Teaser PV

Teaser PV

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Main Character Information & Character Art Revealed! Comments from the Cast Included

The cast for the main characters has been announced. Yuu Yang, the beloved upperclassman, will be played by Yuki Inoue, and the quiet and cool freshman Li Huan will be played by Ryota Suzuki!Additionally, we have received comments from both Yuki Inoue and Ryota Suzuki.

Yuu Yang: Voiced by Yuki Inoue

Yuki Inoue

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I am Yuki Inoue, and I will be playing the role of Yuu Yang. It was extremely difficult to know what kind of comment to write for such a delicate story,but I spent my days doing my best to face the role so that I could speak for Yuu Yang’s feelings.In our daily lives, there are things we see on the surface and things that move within us.There are realities we want to turn away from and pasts we wish we could forget.This is a story about college students living each day while struggling and carrying all sorts of burdens.I put all the emotions and thoughts that welled up inside me into my performance.I would be happy if something comes across to you through this story.

Character Introduction

Yuu Yang

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A second-year student in the Department of Design at Kato University.He is sociable and friendly, with a wide circle of friends among both upperclassmen and underclassmen.Due to past experiences, he avoids letting others get too close to his inner self.

Li Huan: Voiced by Ryota Suzuki

Ryota Suzuki

©Here U Are Animation Project

This is Ryota Suzuki, the voice of Li Huan. I feel that this work, which delicately portrays the characters and their relationships, flows with a gentle passage of time yet possesses the power to move the heart. Li Huan is quiet and cool, but he has a pure heart. I want to carefully express the determination and strong feelings that arise precisely because of that purity. Please also pay attention to the beautiful visuals and music. Thank you very much!

Character Introduction

Li Huan

A first-year student in the Department of Design at Kato University. Because he is quiet and expressionless, he has often been misunderstood by those around him since childhood. His encounter with Yu Yang brings about a change in his heart.

Main Staff Comments

Director: Tomoe Makino

When I read the original work, I was struck by the thought that life can be so difficult just because the person you fall in love with happens to be the same gender. I hope that the words and actions Yu Yang struggles with and expresses will remain in someone’s heart and, like me, become an opportunity to think, even if just a little.

Series Composition: Aki Kawamura

When I read this work, I felt that it is a story where you can feel a “connection of hearts.” I was reminded that even things you couldn’t do alone can be transformed into courage to take a step forward by the presence of someone you are connected to, who gives you trust and reassurance. I think it has become a warm story about finding such people. I am honored to be involved as a scriptwriter in the heartwarming “Here U Are.” I hope everyone enjoys it.

Character Design: Asami Hayakawa

I am very happy to be able to deliver, through this work, the everyday reality that people love people. There are many things I still have to learn, but together with everyone involved, I will do my best to contribute what I can. Thank you very much.

Music: Shinya Kiyozuka

I tried to express the charming and expressive characters of “Here U Are” with a variety of tones and genres. Please enjoy the performances by top-class musicians and the uniquely Asian sense of “bittersweetness.” And of course, the sound of the piano as well!

Congratulatory Message and Commemorative Illustration from the Original Creator, D Jun

Congratulatory Message from the Original Creator, D Jun

Congratulatory Message from the Original Creator, D Jun

©Here U Are Animation Project

I never imagined it would be adapted into an anime, so when I heard the news, I was truly excited and felt, “The day has finally come!” I am so happy to be able to see the characters moving and talking! I hope all the readers will enjoy it as well.

Basic Information about the Anime “Here U Are”

【INTRODUCTION】

“Here U Are” is a coming-of-age webtoon that has won support from around the world for its delicate depictions and deeply human characters. It vividly portrays the awkward yet straightforward love between two male university students and their wavering emotions, recording over 390 million views worldwide (*). Responding to the voices of fans across the globe, this overwhelmingly popular work is finally being adapted into a long-awaited anime.

*As of April 2026

【STORY】

Yuu Yang, a popular senior at university, and Li Huan, a quiet and unsociable freshman. Their first impressions of each other were terrible, but as they clash and push back against each other, they gradually find themselves drawn together.

【STAFF】

  • Original Work: "Here U Are" by D Jun (serialized on LINE Manga)
  • Director: Tomoe Makino
  • Series Composition: Aki Kawamura
  • Character Design: Asami Hayakawa
  • Music: Shinya Kiyozuka
  • Animation Production: Rouse Act

【CAST】

  • Yuu Yang: Yuki Inoue
  • Li Huan: Ryota Suzuki

【Related Information】

For the latest updates, please check the official website and X (formerly Twitter).

【Original Work Information】

Now available on LINE Manga!

To celebrate the TV anime adaptation (in Japan), a special campaign is being held on LINE Manga where you can read chapters 1 through 20 of the original work for free!

  • Campaign Period: Saturday, July 4, 2026 to Monday, August 3, 2026, 23:59


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