your name.

Synopsis

A story of two people determined to hold on to one another. Mitsuha, a high school girl from a town deep in the mountains, dreams of an unfamiliar life in Tokyo. Taki, a high school boy from Tokyo, dreams that he is a girl living in the mountains. As the two begin swapping lives, a miraculous story is set in motion. (Source: Yen Press)

About

your name. is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2016, spanning 9 chapters, collected across 3 volumes, The series has concluded, (last release in 2017).

Why readers enjoy your name.

your name. appeals to readers of Drama manga, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Romance, Supernatural elements. This combination of Drama, Romance, Supernatural sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

your name. is written by Makoto Shinkai, Ranmaru Kotone, with art by Ranmaru Kotone.

Reception

your name. holds an average score of 8.0 out of 10 on AniList, a strong score that reflects broad reader satisfaction, with 744 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout your name. include: Body Swapping, Urban Fantasy, Primarily Teen Cast, Rural, Urban, Coming of Age, Mythology, Male Protagonist. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.