Takashi Natsume
main character
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8.4
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 4 h 48 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 8, 2024 – December 24, 2024
- Season
- Fall 2024
- Source
- Manga
- Studio
- Shuka
- Director
- Takahiro Oomori, Hideki Itou
- Original creator
- Yuki Midorikawa
- Music
- Makoto Yoshimori
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 84/100
Estimated watch time
4h 48m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Youkai95%Iyashikei90%Male Protagonist84%Shoujo84%Outdoor Activities79%Found Family79%Adoption79%Rural75%Orphan66%Episodic60%
TVFINISHED2024 FALL8.4 / 10 AniList score
Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7
夏目友人帳 漆• Natsume Yuujinchou Shichi
Synopsis
As a young child, Takashi Natsume believed his ability to see youkai to be nothing but a curse. Now a high school student, Natsume has managed to heal from his old wounds and form unbreakable bonds with humans and youkai alike. Natsume's newfound friendships—including the one with his spirit bodyguard Madara, nicknamed "Nyanko-sensei"—are often interlaced with his duty to return the names of the spirits written inside the Book of Friends, his late grandmother Reiko's keepsake. While more remarkable youkai reach out to him, Natsume discovers that he still has much to learn about the world that surrounds him. (Source: MAL Rewrite)
Should you watch Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7?
Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 has been very well received, with an average AniList score of 84/100 — 84% of 4,167 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #98 highest-rated anime of all time, and #8 highest-rated anime of 2024, and #3 highest-rated anime of Fall 2024 on AniList.
Of the 8.5K AniList users who started it, 1.8% dropped it, so it is very rarely abandoned; 6.5K have finished it.
At about 4 h 48 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Drama, Fantasy, Slice of Life — especially youkai, iyashikei, male protagonist, shoujo.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Yuki Midorikawa
- Director
- Takahiro Oomori
- Director
- Hideki Itou
- Series composition
- Sadayuki Murai
- Character design
- Akira Takata
- Music
- Makoto Yoshimori
Where it fits in the series
- Watch first: Natsume's Book of Friends Season 6 (2017)
- Optional extras: Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7: The Outstretched Hand
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“Alca” by Hinata Kashiwagi · eps 1-
Endings (1)
- ED1“Komari Warai” by Toshiki Kondou · eps 1-
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 FAQ
How many episodes does Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 have?
Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 has 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 4 h 48 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7?
About 4 h 48 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 finished?
Yes. Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 has finished airing — the final episode aired December 24, 2024.
Is there a season 2 of Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7?
No sequel is listed for Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.
What should I watch before Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7?
Watch Natsume's Book of Friends Season 6 first — Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 is a direct sequel.
Is Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 based on a manga?
Yes. Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 adapts the manga by Yuki Midorikawa.
Who animated Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7?
Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 was animated by Shuka and directed by Takahiro Oomori and Hideki Itou.
Who sings the opening of Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7?
The opening, "Alca", is performed by Hinata Kashiwagi.
Where can I watch Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7?
Natsume's Book of Friends Season 7 is listed on Crunchyroll, YouTube. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.