I''s English Sub & Dub

About I''s

Meet I''s (フロム I"s アイズ 〜もうひとつの夏の物語〜), a drama and romance anime by Studio Pierrot (2002). Here is the premise in a nutshell. What the story covers: Aiming to become a molding artist, Itsuki, a childhood ally of Ichitaka who went to America come back to Japan. Iori who refused the idol path and started to pursue her ambition to become an actress instead.

Also worth knowing: Ichitaka, wandering on his bicycle alone, tries to decide his choice between the two persons.

As a drama title, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Voice work is led by Kumi Sakuma as Iori Yoshizuki and Takahiro Sakurai as Ichitaka Seto. Think of it as a pick for viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. With 2 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Studio Pierrot, which means the visual identity of I''s follows that studio's craft. Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. With a 5.5/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Voice casting, including Kumi Sakuma as Iori Yoshizuki, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2002, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.