---
title: "Horimiya"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/horimiya-2021"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 110070
imdb_id: "tt13103134"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 13
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 8.5
vote_count: 1149
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Horimiya (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/horimiya-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Horimiya is a 2021 Japanese anime television series produced by CloverWorks and co-created by Aniplex. The show is an adaptation of Daisuke Hagiwara's manga, which itself is based on HERO's webcomic titled Hori-san to Miyamura-kun. The story centers on two high school students, Hori and Miyamura, who discover each other's hidden sides. At school, Hori is seen as a popular and composed student, but at home, she is more casual and straightforward. Conversely, Miyamura appears aloof and unremarkable to his peers, though he has a kind nature and personal interests that contrast his public image. Their unexpected encounter leads to a deeper connection as they begin to share parts of themselves they had previously concealed. The series explores their developing relationship and the dynamics of their contrasting personalities. It premiered in January 2021 and is available for streaming on platforms such as Crunchyroll. The anime features voice performances by Haruka Tomatsu and Kôki Uchiyama, and has been noted for its strong direction and character development.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A popular girl and a quiet boy discover each other's hidden sides."

### Why Watch
- Authentic character growth and chemistry
- Well-paced blend of romance and everyday life
- Strong animation and direction

### Caveats & Content Note
- Some plotlines resolve predictably
- Limited screen time for supporting characters
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and up; focuses on clean romance and friendship.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: heartwarming, slice-of-life, slow-burn, realistic, charming

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (13 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 13
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (23%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 10 (77%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Haruka Tomatsu** as *Kyoko Hori (voice)*
- **Koki Uchiyama** as *Izumi Miyamura (voice)*
- **Seiichiro Yamashita** as *Toru Ishikawa (voice)*
- **Yurie Kozakai** as *Yuki Yoshikawa (voice)*
- **Nobuhiko Okamoto** as *Kakeru Sengoku (voice)*
- **Mao Ichimichi** as *Remi Ayasaki (voice)*
- **Reina Kondo** as *Sakura Kono (voice)*
- **Daiki Yamashita** as *Shu Iura (voice)*
- **Jun Fukuyama** as *Akane Yanagi (voice)*
- **Taku Yashiro** as *Koichi Shindo (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is Horimiya based on a manga?
Yes, it's based on a manga adaptation of HERO's webcomic.

### Q: Where can I watch Horimiya?
It streams on platforms like Crunchyroll and others.

### Q: How many episodes are there?
The series has a single season.

### Q: Is it dubbed or subbed?
It's available in both subbed and dubbed formats.

### Q: Does the anime follow the source material closely?
It adapts the manga faithfully while maintaining strong pacing.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Horimiya (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horimiya_(TV_series))
- [Watch Horimiya - Crunchyroll](https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/G9VHN9P43/horimiya)
- [Horimiya (TV Mini Series 2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13103134/)
- [Horimiya (TV 2021) - MyAnimeList.net](https://myanimelist.net/anime/42897/Horimiya)
- [Horimiya (Anime) | Horimiya Wiki | Fandom](https://horimiya.fandom.com/wiki/Horimiya_(Anime))
- [Horimiya - watch tv show streaming online - JustWatch](https://www.justwatch.com/us/tv-show/horimiya)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*