Just Because! English Sub & Dub

About Just Because!

Looking for background on Just Because!? This drama, romance and slice of life series by PINE JAM (2017) starts out like this. At its core: The original anime Just Because! focuses on subtly portraying the feelings of a group of high school learners nearing graduation. Near the end of second semester at third year, when students have very little time in high school left, and are just waiting for graduation.

With drama at the core, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Voice work is led by Aoi Ichikawa as Eita Izumi and Karin Isobe as Mio Natsume.

Think of it as a pick for viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. The run is 12 episodes in total, so you know what you are signing up for.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with PINE JAM, which means the visual identity of Just Because! follows that studio's craft. Within the drama category, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. At 7.0/10 it earns a solid reception, a safe pick for fans of the genre. Voice casting, including Aoi Ichikawa as Eita Izumi, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. Released in 2017, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.