I'm glad I could keep running. English Sub & Dub

About I'm glad I could keep running.

Looking for background on I'm glad I could keep running. (Hashiri Tsuzukete Yokattatte.)? This slice of life and drama series by Signal.MD (2018) starts out like this. At its core: Minato visits a recitation at an anime event with his companion. He is captivated by the voice actors' performances and chooses to enroll in Suidoubashi Animation Academy.

Further in, there, he crosses paths with Chikako, who used to live in the room he is moving into and who left a message in an USB drive. Minato, who aims to be a voice actor but is unable to put himself into the role, and Chikako, who lives with a past trauma, encourage one another and try to improve themselves. With the help of seniors such as Ryouta and Kei watching over them, they try to mature.

With slice of life at the core, small, quiet moments and character warmth are the main appeal. It will appeal most to viewers who want a calm, character-first watch.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Signal.MD, so the studio's house style defines how I'm glad I could keep running. looks and moves on screen. Because it leans on slice of life, small, quiet moments and character warmth are the main appeal. With a 6.4/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. It aired in 2018, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.