The Day I Became a God

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The Day I Became a God (Japanese: 神様になった日, Hepburn: Kami-sama ni Natta Hi) is a Japanese anime television series produced by P.A. Works and directed by Yoshiyuki Asai. The series aired from October to December 2020.

Plot

The story follows Yota Narukami, a high school student who meets a young girl named Hina Sato who claims to be a god. Hina predicts the end of the world in 30 days and decides to stay with Yota, who is initially skeptical of her divine powers. As the days progress, Yota and Hina form a close bond, and Yota begins to believe in Hina's abilities. The series explores themes of love, friendship, and the meaning of life.

Characters

• Yota Narukami - The main protagonist, a high school student who encounters Hina Sato.
• Hina Sato - A mysterious girl who claims to be a god and predicts the end of the world.
• Kyoko Izanami - Yota's childhood friend and love interest.
• Ashura Kokuhou - A friend of Yota who is a member of the school's basketball team.
• Sora Narukami - Yota's younger sister who is supportive of his endeavors.

Production

The Day I Became a God was produced by P.A. Works, known for their work on series such as Angel Beats! and Charlotte. The series was directed by Yoshiyuki Asai, with the screenplay written by Jun Maeda, who also composed the music alongside Manyo.

Episodes

The series consists of 12 episodes, each detailing the events leading up to the predicted end of the world. The episodes blend elements of comedy, drama, and supernatural themes.

Reception

The series received mixed to positive reviews from critics and audiences. It was praised for its emotional depth, character development, and animation quality. However, some critics felt that the pacing was uneven and the ending was controversial.

See Also

• Angel Beats!
• Charlotte
• P.A. Works
• Jun Maeda