ef - a tale of melodies.

"ef - a tale of melodies" explores interwoven stories of love, regret, and the echoes of the past, set against the backdrop of Otowa Academy and its surrounding town.

CHARACTERS

Yuuko Amamiya

Mysterious, kind-hearted girl; key character in ef; a tragic past shapes her present.

Portrayed by Nakajima Yumiko

Yuu Himura

Quiet and thoughtful, Yuu waits in the Otowa Church, haunted by past trauma and a mysterious connection to a woman.

Portrayed by Matsumoto Megumi, Toochika Kouichi

Shuuichi Kuze

A talented violinist and womanizer, Kuze faces a terminal illness, impacting his relationships and ultimately finding love with a young girl.

Portrayed by Hamada Kenji

Mizuki Hayama

Straightforward basketball player and shōjo manga fan, Mizuki admires Kei and rekindles childhood love with Kuze.

Portrayed by Gotou Mai

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Shaft

Season

Fall 2008

Start Date

2008-10-06

End Date

2008-12-22

Episodes

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