---
title: "Your Name."
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/your-name-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 372058
imdb_id: "tt5311514"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 8.5
vote_count: 12697
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Your Name. (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/your-name-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Your Name is a 2016 Japanese animated film directed by Makoto Shinkai. The story follows two teenagers, Mitsuha and Taki, who live in different parts of Japan and mysteriously begin swapping bodies without warning. As they experience each other's lives, they must navigate the challenges of adjusting their routines and relationships around these sudden changes. The film explores themes of connection, identity, and fate as the two protagonists search for one another across time and space. It premiered at the 2016 Anime Expo in Los Angeles and was released in Japan later that year, followed by international distribution in 2017. The movie features voice performances by Ryunosuke Kamiki, Mone Kamishiraishi, Ryo Narita, and Aoi Yuuki. Your Name received widespread critical acclaim for its storytelling, animation quality, musical score, and emotional depth. It became available for streaming on various platforms including Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two teens mysteriously swap bodies across time and space."

### Why Watch
- Stunning hand-drawn animation with vibrant visuals
- A unique blend of romance, mystery, and fantasy
- Memorable original soundtrack that enhances the emotional tone

### Caveats & Content Note
- Some may find the pacing slow in the middle act
- The supernatural elements are not fully explained
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for most teens and adults; deals with mild mature themes and emotional moments.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: emotional, mysterious, romantic, supernatural, bittersweet

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | JustWatch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Makoto Shinkai
- **Networks / Studios**: CoMix Wave Films, TOHO, KADOKAWA

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ryunosuke Kamiki** as *Taki Tachibana (voice)*
- **Mone Kamishiraishi** as *Mitsuha Miyamizu (voice)*
- **Ryo Narita** as *Katsuhiko Teshigawara (voice)*
- **Aoi Yuuki** as *Sayaka Natori (voice)*
- **Nobunaga Shimazaki** as *Tsukasa Fujii (voice)*
- **Kaito Ishikawa** as *Shinta Takagi (voice)*
- **Kanon Tani** as *Yotsuha Miyamizu (voice)*
- **Masaki Terasoma** as *Toshiki Miyamizu (voice)*
- **Sayaka Ohara** as *Futaha Miyamizu (voice)*
- **Kazuhiko Inoue** as *Taki's Father (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is Your Name. based on a book or manga?
No, it is an original film written and directed by Makoto Shinkai.

### Q: Is it necessary to understand Japanese culture to enjoy the movie?
Not at all, though cultural context can enhance appreciation of certain details.

### Q: Does the movie have English subtitles or dubbing?
Yes, most streaming versions include both subtitles and English voice acting.

### Q: Is it appropriate for children?
It is generally suitable for teens, though younger children may not follow the emotional themes.

### Q: What genre is Your Name.?
It is primarily a romantic fantasy drama with elements of mystery and science fiction.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Grammar: Your or You're? - YouTube](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pjAJswDB14s)
- [Your Name - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Your_Name)
- [YOUR Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/your)
- [Your Name. (2016) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5311514/)
- [Your Name. streaming: where to watch movie online?](https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/your-name)
- [YOUR | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary](https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/your)

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