Kimi to Hanabi to Yakusoku to Steps into the Manga World: A Big Surprise Before the Movie!
We have great news for fans of romantic dramas! The novel series Kimi to Hanabi to Yakusoku to (You, Fireworks, and Our Promise), written by Kaori Mado and having reached a large fan base in a short time, has officially stepped into the manga world. This new adaptation offers fans the chance to experience the story from a different perspective ahead of the series' anime film, which will be released in Japan on July 17, 2026.
The manga adaptation is brought to life by talented artist Yomiya Ririura and is available to readers on Shogakukan's popular digital platform, Sunday Webry. The manga, the first chapter of which was published on March 26, successfully translates the novel's unique emotional atmosphere and visual details onto paper. In particular, staying faithful to Akamoku's original light novel illustrations has been welcomed with great satisfaction by the series' loyal followers.
The story follows the crossing paths of Makoto Natsume, a high school student living in Tokyo with underdeveloped social skills, and Aki Hayama, the popular girl at school. Aki approaches Makoto with a mysterious firework drawing inherited from her grandmother and tells him that her grandmother had said years ago, "In the future, you will meet someone named Makoto Natsume." Chasing this mysterious promise that spans over 81 years, the duo finds themselves at the center of one of Japan's most famous festivals, the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival.
This project is not just a manga adaptation, but also part of a massive production. Kei Suzuki sits in the director's chair for the anime film set to be released in July, while the animations are being prepared in partnership with SynergySP and The Answer Studio. The film stars Shori Sato (Makoto) from the famous idol group timelesz and Nanoka Hara (Aki), whom we know from the film Suzume. The fact that both the manga and the film are on the agenda at the same time proves that the series will be one of the most talked-about romantic productions of this year.
So, why is this news so important? Kimi to Hanabi to Yakusoku to is not just a simple love story; it also offers a deep narrative built on family ties, the legacy of the past, and the twists of fate. The start of the manga will allow us to take a closer look at the characters' inner worlds while waiting for the film. If you enjoy stories that touch your heart, like Your Name or A Silent Voice, you should definitely follow this series!
