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Format
special
Episodes
1
Episode length
14 min
Total watch time
14 minutes
Status
Finished
Aired
March 16, 2014
Season
Winter 2014
Source
Manga
Studio
J.C.STAFF
Director
Chiaki Kon
Original creator
Nana Haruta
Age rating
G — All Ages
Country
Japan
AniList score
61/100
Also known as
Ribbon Festa 2014, Ribon Festa 2014, Tsubasa & Hotaru
Estimated watch time
0h 14m
⚡ 1 days at 5 eps/day
SpecialFinished2014 Winter

Tsubasa to Hotaru

つばさとホタル
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Synopsis

The story revolves around Tsubasa Sonokawa, a 15-year old high school girl who fell in love with her upperclassman when he saved her after she fainted at the train station from anemia. She thought it was a meeting of fate, and visited him at his class every day. However, he told her that her feelings were "heavy," and he dumped her. She once again meets a boy after taking over her friend Yuri's job as boy's basketball team manager. She learns that she might have more of a connection with this boy named Aki than she first thought.

A quick look at Tsubasa to Hotaru

Tsubasa to Hotaru is a special from J.C.STAFF that first aired in winter 2014. You are looking at one episode and about 14 minutes of viewing. Chiaki Kon sat in the director's chair. The anime adapts the manga by Nana Haruta.

What Tsubasa to Hotaru is about

At heart, it is a romance and slice of life story. The story centres on Aki Hidaka and Tsubasa Sonokawa.

Is it for you?

It is a good pick if you want a story about people falling for each other or you want a calm, everyday story that feels lived in. Its fan score on AniList is 6.1 out of 10, which is mixed. If it clicks with you, Sugar*Soldier, Hiyokoi, and Honey Lemon Soda are common next picks from the same fans.

Tsubasa to Hotaru: common questions

What kind of anime is Tsubasa to Hotaru?

It is a romance and slice of life story.

Do I need to watch anything before Tsubasa to Hotaru?

No. Nothing comes before it, so you can start right here.

Who directed Tsubasa to Hotaru?

Chiaki Kon directed it, and J.C.STAFF handled the animation.

Where to Watch Officially

A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.

Where it fits in the series

Main cast & voice actors

Creators & key staff

Original creator
Nana Haruta
Director
Chiaki Kon

If you like Tsubasa to Hotaru

Tsubasa to Hotaru FAQ

How many episodes does Tsubasa to Hotaru have?

Tsubasa to Hotaru has 1 episodes of about 14 minutes each, roughly 14 minutes in total.

Is Tsubasa to Hotaru finished?

Yes. Tsubasa to Hotaru has finished airing — the final episode aired March 16, 2014.

What follows Tsubasa to Hotaru?

No sequel is listed for Tsubasa to Hotaru as of October 2026.

Is Tsubasa to Hotaru based on a manga?

Yes. Tsubasa to Hotaru adapts the manga by Nana Haruta.

Who animated Tsubasa to Hotaru?

Tsubasa to Hotaru was animated by J.C.STAFF and directed by Chiaki Kon.