Kimini horeteru Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?

What Happens at the End of Kimini horeteru?

Shogo is a street musician who doesn't sell well. However, he dreams of one day making a major debut, and continues to sing around town today while earning money through part-time appearances in gay AVs. Shogo has a girlfriend named Yusuke who he lives with, and Yusuke supports Shogo's dreams. One day, Shogo met Kohei for the first time in a while at a class reunion. During high school, Shogo and Kohei, who had the goal of becoming a top-class architect, often talked about their dreams. The two were best friends, but in reality, Shogo was secretly in love with Kohei. After reuniting with Kohei, Shogo regains the dream he had almost lost and is working hard to create music again. However, Shogo receives word that Kohei has fallen ill with acute leukemia.

Kazu Itsuki's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Naoyuki Chiba's journey. However, he dreams of one day making a major debut, and continues to sing around town today while earning money through part-time appearances in gay AVs.

How Does Naoyuki Chiba's Story End?

• Naoyuki Chiba: Naoyuki Chiba's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
• Hiroshi Kaname: Hiroshi Kaname's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
• Kazutoshi Yamana: Kazutoshi Yamana's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Kimini horeteru Mean?

The ending of Kimini horeteru brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Naoyuki Chiba's story may not satisfy all audiences.