Sekaiichi Hatsukoi: Valentine-hen

This animated short, screened with the "Sekaiichi Hatsukoi Movie," presents an original story within the established world of the series.

CHARACTERS

Ritsu Onodera

A jaded 25-year-old editor, Ritsu hides a vulnerable heart, vowing never to love again after a past heartbreak.

Portrayed by Kondo Takashi

Shouta Kisa

A 30-year-old editor with a youthful appearance, Kisa is inexperienced in love, prioritizing looks over personality.

Portrayed by Okamoto Nobuhiko

Kou Yukina

A 21-year-old bookstore clerk, Yukina is persistent and optimistic, falling for his favorite manga's editor.

Portrayed by Maeno Tomoaki

Takafumi Yokozawa

Yokozawa: Takano's gruff but loyal friend, secretly in love, fiercely protective, and a skilled editor.

Portrayed by Horiuchi Kenyuu

Yoshiyuki Hatori

Reserved editor Hatori harbors secret feelings for childhood friend Chiaki, confessing his love but fearing rejection.

Portrayed by Nakamura Yuuichi

Chiaki Yoshino

Shoujo manga artist Chiaki Yoshino wrestles with his feelings for his editor and childhood friend, Hatori.

Portrayed by Tachibana Shinnosuke

Zen Kirishima

A widowed, hardworking editor-in-chief, Kirishima is a secretly soft, childish romantic who supports Yokozawa's feelings.

Portrayed by Furuya Toru

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DETAILS FOR THE CURIOUS

Studio

Studio Deen

Season

Winter 2014

Start Date

2014-03-15

End Date

2014-03-15

Episodes

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