Karada Iokawa
main character
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Total watch time
- 5 hours
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 6, 2006 – December 22, 2006
- Season
- Fall 2006
- Source
- Manga
- Studio
- J.C.STAFF
- Director
- Katsushi Sakurabi
- Original creator
- J-ta Yamada
- Music
- Shinkichi Mitsumune
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 66/100
Estimated watch time
5h
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Age Regression80%Female Protagonist80%Rural65%Body Swapping53%Family Life20%
TVFINISHED2006 FALL6.6 / 10 AniList score
Living for the Day After Tomorrow
あさっての方向。• Asatte no Houkou
Synopsis
There are far worse things than having to deal with your ex-boyfriend's little sister or your older brother's ex-girlfriend. But that's something Karada Iokawa and Shoko Nogami have to learn the hard way when a magic wishing stone inexplicably grants Karada's wish to be older - and does it by stealing the years from Shoko! Now Shoko, who's already graduated and studied overseas, is Karada's age, just about to enter junior high school. Meanwhile Karada must suddenly face the real facts about what being grown up entails. And just to make a bizarre situation even more awkward, there's the issue of how to handle their existing romantic interests! (Source: RightStuf)
Main cast & voice actors
Should you watch Living for the Day After Tomorrow?
Probably, if you enjoy drama, fantasy and slice of life, especially stories with age regression, female protagonist, rural.
Reception is positive but mixed: 66/100 on AniList, with 34% of 1.6K ratings at 8/10 or higher. It's the #61 highest-rated anime of 2006.
About 7.6% of viewers drop it, which is typical.
At about 5 hours in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
12 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- J-ta Yamada
- Director
- Katsushi Sakurabi
- Series composition
- Seishi Minakami
- Character design
- Ikuko Itou
- Music
- Shinkichi Mitsumune
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“Hikari no Kisetsu” by Suara
Endings (1)
- ED1“Sweet Home Song” · eps 1-11
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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Living for the Day After Tomorrow FAQ
How many episodes does Living for the Day After Tomorrow have?
Living for the Day After Tomorrow has 12 episodes of about 25 minutes each, roughly 5 hours in total.
How long does it take to watch Living for the Day After Tomorrow?
About 5 hours back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is Living for the Day After Tomorrow finished?
Yes. Living for the Day After Tomorrow has finished airing — the final episode aired December 22, 2006.
Is there a season 2 of Living for the Day After Tomorrow?
No sequel is listed for Living for the Day After Tomorrow as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.
Is Living for the Day After Tomorrow based on a manga?
Yes. Living for the Day After Tomorrow adapts the manga by J-ta Yamada.
Who animated Living for the Day After Tomorrow?
Living for the Day After Tomorrow was animated by J.C.STAFF and directed by Katsushi Sakurabi.
Who sings the opening of Living for the Day After Tomorrow?
The opening, "Hikari no Kisetsu", is performed by Suara.
Where can I watch Living for the Day After Tomorrow?
Living for the Day After Tomorrow is listed on HIDIVE. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.