In/Spectre 2020

Overview

In/Spectre is a Japanese anime television series based on the manga of the same name, which was adapted from a novel series. The show centers on Kotoko Iwanaga, a girl who has become the god of wisdom for supernatural beings and works to resolve their issues. She is deeply infatuated with Kuro Sakuragawa, a human boy feared by supernatural creatures. Together, they navigate a range of mysterious incidents tied to the supernatural world. The series blends elements of romance, mystery, and fantasy as it follows Kotoko's efforts to mediate between humans and otherworldly entities while pursuing her feelings for Kuro. The main characters are voiced by Akari Kitô and Mamoru Miyano. The anime was directed by Keiji Gotoh and produced by Brain's Base. It originally aired from 2020 to 2023. The title refers to the dual nature of its themes, hinting at both investigation and specters, though the word "in" itself generally denotes inclusion or location within limits.