Overview
Call of the Night (Japanese: よふかしのうた, Hepburn: Yofukashi no Uta) is a Japanese anime television series adapted from the manga of the same name by Kotoyama. The series aired from July to September 2022 and has been renewed for a second season. The story revolves around a young boy named Ko Yamori and his encounters with a vampire named Nazuna Nanakusa.
Plot Summary
Ko Yamori, a fourteen-year-old boy, finds himself unable to sleep due to dissatisfaction with his daily life. He stops attending school and begins wandering the streets at night. During one of his nocturnal adventures, he meets Nazuna Nanakusa, a vampire who introduces him to the joys of being a night-walker. Ko desires to become a vampire, but to do so, he must first fall in love with Nazuna.
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Main Characters
Ko Yamori (夜守コウ, Yamori Kō)
- Voiced by: Gen Satō (Japanese), Gabriel Regojo (English)
- A third-year junior high student who struggles with insomnia and dissatisfaction. He aspires to become a vampire by falling in love with Nazuna.
Nazuna Nanakusa (七草ナズナ, Nanakusa Nazuna)
- Voiced by: Sora Amamiya (Japanese), Natalie Rial (English)
- A mysterious vampire who befriends Ko. She is shy about love but enjoys teasing Ko and drinking beer. Nazuna’s origins are unique, being born a vampire rather than turned.
Akira Asai (朝井アキラ, Asai Akira)
- Voiced by: Yumiri Hanamori (Japanese), Jade Kelly (English)
- Ko’s childhood friend who tries to convince him to return to school while supporting his dream of becoming a vampire.
Kiyosumi Shirakawa (白河清澄, Shirakawa Kiyosumi)
- Voiced by: Yoko Hikasa (Japanese), Kelly Greenshield (English)
- An overworked office worker and one of Nazuna’s clients. Ko vows to help her with her struggles.
Mahiru Seki (夕真昼, Seki Mahiru)
- Voiced by: Kensho Ono (Japanese), Daman Mills (English)
- A popular boy at school and Ko’s old friend. He becomes involved in the night world after falling in love with a vampire.
Themes and Genres
- Genres: Romance
- Themes: Vampires, Night-life, Adolescence
Music
- Opening Theme: “Datenshi (Fallen Angel)” by Creepy Nuts
- Ending Theme: “Yofukashi no Uta” (Call of the Night) by Creepy Nuts
- Insert Song: “Lost Time” by Creepy Nuts (eps 2-3, 6, 8, 10, 13)
Episode List
The first season of “Call of the Night” consists of 13 episodes, each exploring different aspects of Ko and Nazuna’s relationship and the challenges they face.
Reviews and Ratings
The series has received positive reviews for its unique take on vampire romance and its atmospheric depiction of night-life. It has garnered 346 user ratings.
News and Updates
- Second Season Announcement: A second season of “Call of the Night” has been announced, set to continue the story of Ko and Nazuna.
- Awards: The manga won the 68th Shogakukan Manga Award for the shōnen category in 2023.
Related Anime
- Sequel: Call of the Night (TV 2)
Trending News about “Call of the Night” Anime
- Call of the Night Anime Season 2 Officially Announced: The second season of “Call of the Night” has been officially announced. A teaser visual and trailer were revealed, with the tagline “The night isn’t over yet. The first season’s director, Tomoyuki Itamura, will return for the sequel, and the main voice cast will reprise their roles.
- Call of the Night Manga to End with 200th Chapter: The manga series “Call of the Night” by Kotoyama concluded with its 200th chapter. This marks the end of the story that has captivated fans since its serialization began.
- Call of the Night Season 2 Teaser Visual Released: A new teaser visual for the second season of “Call of the Night” was released during the Fuji TV Anime Lineup Press Conference 2024. The visual features Nazuna Nanakusa and Anko Uguisu, hinting at more exciting developments in the upcoming season.
