Get ready for a summer filled with laughter, romance, and a dash of former idol drama! The beloved Chinese donghua (animation) series, “The Girl Downstairs” (愛上他的理由, Aishang Ta De Liyou), is confirmed for a Japanese broadcast with a full Japanese dub on July 9, 2024!
This exciting news follows the footsteps of other popular Chinese donghua titles like “Heaven Official’s Blessing,” “Link Click,” “Psychic Princess,” and the phenomenon “Mo Dao Zu Shi (Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation),” which all captivated Japanese audiences with dubbed releases.
“The Girl Downstairs” follows the story of Yuan Juntang, a college freshman who unknowingly becomes neighbors with Li Shiya, a former idol hiding from the spotlight downstairs. As their paths continue to cross, an unexpected bond begins to form.
The Girl Downstairs Japanese Dub Cast
Fans can look forward to a stellar Japanese voice cast, including the talented Maaya Sakamoto as the captivating Li Shiya, Keisuke Koumoto as Yuan Juntang, Manami Numakura as Cui Ruoni, and Ruumi Okubo as Zhu Zhu.
Originally released on Bilibili in April 2023, the series was animated by Red Dog Culture House, and garnered a loyal following in China with its 22 charming episodes, each clocking in at 13 minutes. With themes of drama and romance at its core, “The Girl Downstairs” promises a heartwarming journey filled with laughter and sweet moments. The series also received an extra episode which was released on February 13, 2024.
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“The Girl Downstairs” isn’t just a captivating donghua; it’s a story that has charmed audiences across mediums. Originally a Korean webtoon titled “Lee Du-Na!” by author Song-A Min, the tale has also been adapted into a live-action drama series.
Mark your calendars! “The Girl Downstairs” is set to take Japan by storm with its Japanese dub premiere in July 2024. The original Chinese dub version is still available on Bilibili TV, Bilibili, and Viki for those who want to experience the story in its native language.
Last Updated on July 2, 2024 by Yu Alexius
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