---
title: "RE-MAIN"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/re-main-2021"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 120013
imdb_id: "tt14201334"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 12
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 32
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# RE-MAIN (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Re-Main is a Japanese anime television series that aired in 2021. The show follows Minato Kiyoumizu, a boy who returns to water polo after a hiatus caused by an incident during his third middle school year. Upon entering high school, he joins a new team that faces numerous challenges. The series was animated by MAPPA and directed by Kiyoshi Matsuda, with Masafumi Nishida serving as writer. It aired on TV Asahi's NUMAnimation programming block. The title refers to the act of restarting or returning to something, as suggested by the prefix "re" in English. The show explores themes of recovery, teamwork, and personal growth as Minato attempts to rebuild his connection to the sport he once played. During his absence, he suffered a serious accident that resulted in a prolonged hospitalization and memory loss. His journey back to the pool becomes central to the narrative. The series features voice performances by Alicyn Packard, David Matranga, Caleb Yen, and Daisuke Motohashi, among others.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A former water polo player rejoins the sport in high school and faces new challenges with a struggling team."

### Why Watch
- Focuses on personal growth and team dynamics
- Highlights the challenges of restarting a passion

### Caveats & Content Note
- Limited information available on broader plot developments
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for viewers who appreciate clean,励志 themes in school-based settings.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: inspiring, coming-of-age, sports-driven, emotional, team-focused

## 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)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 12
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (25%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 9 (75%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Yuto Uemura** as *Minato Kiyomizu (voice)*
- **Koutaro Nishiyama** as *Eitaro Oka (voice)*
- **Subaru Kimura** as *Jo Jojima (voice)*
- **Lynn** as *Chinu Kawakubo (voice)*
- **Soma Saito** as *Shugo Amihama (voice)*
- **Makoto Furukawa** as *Takekazu Ejiri (voice)*
- **Tasuku Hatanaka** as *Yutaka Bayaro Inomata (voice)*
- **Daisuke Hirose** as *Yoshiharu Ushimado (voice)*
- **Rina Endou** as *Asumi Kiyomizu (voice)*
- **Fumiko Orikasa** as *Taeko Kiyomizu (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What does the title 'RE-MAIN' mean?
The title likely plays on the word 're,' often meaning 'again,' suggesting themes of return or renewal.

### Q: Is 'RE-MAIN' based on a manga or novel?
There is no indication in the synopsis or sources of its origin being a manga or novel.

### Q: Does the series feature competitions?
Given it's about water polo, competitions are expected, though specifics are not mentioned.

### Q: Is it suitable for younger viewers?
Its coming-of-age and school setting suggests it is aimed at a younger demographic.

### Q: Are there any supernatural elements?
No supernatural elements are indicated in the synopsis.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [RE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/re)
- [Re-Main - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Re-Main)
- [RE definition in American English | Collins English Dictionary](https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/dictionary/english/re)
- [Re-Main (TV Series 2021- ) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14201334)
- [RE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/re)
- [Re-Main (TV 2021) - MyAnimeList.net](https://myanimelist.net/anime/48406/Re-Main)

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