Natsuyuki Rendezvous

Natsuyuki Rendezvous is a supernatural romance drama TV anime produced by Doga Kobo and directed by Kō Matsuo, based on the manga by Haruka Kawachi. When Ryousuke Hazuki falls for florist Rokka Shimao, he discovers an unexpected obstacle—the ghost of her late husband, Atsushi Shimao, who refuses to move on. This mature, emotionally layered series weaves longing, love, and loss into a beautifully bittersweet story that sets it apart from conventional romance anime.

Set against the backdrop of a quiet neighborhood flower shop, this story follows Ryousuke Hazuki, a young man whose poor eyesight never stops him from recognizing genuine beauty. The moment he encounters Rokka Shimao, the graceful owner of a small floral boutique, he finds himself completely captivated. Determined to get closer to her, he signs on as a part-time assistant at her shop. It doesn't take long, however, for Hazuki to sense that Rokka carries a quiet sorrow within her — the lingering grief for her late husband, Atsushi Shimao. As if navigating her guarded heart weren't challenging enough, Hazuki soon becomes aware of an extraordinary secret that no one else around him seems to perceive. Surrounded by the gentle fragrance of flowers, this unconventional romantic tale explores the delicate space between memory and new beginnings, asking whether love can truly take root in the most unexpected of circumstances.