Arisunime — “Rascal Does Not Dream” is an anime series that follows the life of Sakuta Azusagawa, a high school student who becomes involved in various strange phenomena known as “Puberty Syndrome”. This phenomenon causes various supernatural occurrences that affect the teenagers around him. To enjoy this story with the right flow, here is the “Rascal Does Not Dream” anime viewing order and synopsis:
1. Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai (2018)
Synopsis: The series introduces Sakuta Azusagawa who meets Mai Sakurajima, a famous actress who suddenly becomes invisible to others. This phenomenon is known as “Puberty Syndrome”. Sakuta tries to help Mai and other teenagers who experience similar phenomena.
2. Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl (2019)
Synopsis: The movie continues the story of Sakuta whose relationship with Mai is tested by the appearance of Shouko Makinohara, his first love. Sakuta is faced with a dilemma between his past and present, and must face the consequences of his choices.
3. Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Venturing Out (2023)
Synopsis: The movie focuses on Kaede Azusagawa, Sakuta’s younger sister, who begins to step out of her comfort zone after experiencing trauma. Sakuta supports Kaede in facing new challenges, while contemplating her own feelings.
4. Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid (2023)
Synopsis: The story brings Sakuta and Mai close to their graduation. The appearance of a mysterious girl who resembles Mai and Sakuta’s mother’s health issues add complexity to their lives.
5. Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus
Synopsis: In this latest series, Sakuta meets a mysterious girl dressed as a mini Santa Claus who introduces herself as Touko Kirishima, an anonymous singer popular online. Strangely, only Sakuta can see her, and she does not appear in the video footage. Sakuta discovers that there are several individuals named Touko Kirishima, and with the help of prophetic dreams from his friends, he attempts to uncover the threat stalking Mai as well as discern which Touko is the real one before it’s too late.
6. Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend
Synopsis:
“I’m glad I met you.”
Faced with the truth about Miori and Touko Kirishima, Sakuta must make a choice. This will be his final case of Adolescence Syndrome!***
