Your Name is a breathtaking body-swap romance that became a worldwide phenomenon and one of the highest-grossing anime films of all time.
Quick Info
- Japanese title: Kimi no Na wa
- Release: 2016
- Director: Makoto Shinkai
- Studio: CoMix Wave Films
- Runtime: 106 minutes
- Our rating: 9.5 / 10
Your Name — Official Trailer
Story (Spoiler-Free)
Mitsuha, a girl from a small mountain town, wishes to live in Tokyo. Taki, a high-school boy in Tokyo, lives a busy city life. One morning they wake up in each other’s bodies — and it keeps happening. They leave notes for each other, but a comet passing over Japan connects them in a way neither expects.
Main Characters
- Taki Tachibana — Tokyo student and part-time waiter
- Mitsuha Miyamizu — shrine maiden in rural Itomori
- Yotsuha — Mitsuha’s little sister
- Okudera — Taki’s co-worker and crush
Why You Should Watch It
- Some of the most beautiful skies and lighting in animation
- Emotional twist in the second half
- Amazing soundtrack by the band RADWIMPS
- Perfect mix of comedy, romance and mystery
Fun Facts
- Became a massive box-office hit in Japan and worldwide
- Real Tokyo locations (like the Suga Shrine stairs) became fan pilgrimage spots
- Director Makoto Shinkai followed it with Weathering With You and Suzume
Romantic, gorgeous and emotional. The perfect anime movie for a first date — or for crying alone.
Where to Watch Your Name Legally
Your Name is available on Crunchyroll and other platforms depending on region, and can be bought or rented digitally. Streaming catalogs change by country, so check your local services. Watching legally supports the artists behind these films.
If You Liked This, Watch Next
Weathering With You, A Silent Voice, and Suzume.
