One Stormy Night

"One Stormy Night" (Japanese: あらしのよるに, Arashi no Yoru ni) is a children's book series created by Yuichi Kimura and illustrated by Hiroshi Abe, with the first book published in 1994. The story revolves around a goat named Mei and a wolf named Gabu who seek shelter in the same hut during a stormy night. Unable to see each other in the dark, they form an unexpected friendship. They agree to meet again using the password “one stormy night,” but the next day they discover they are natural enemies. Despite this, they decide to overcome their differences and maintain their friendship. This series, beloved for its profound themes of friendship and overcoming prejudice, has been adapted into various forms, including animated films, TV series, stage plays, and musicals. "One Stormy Night: Secret Friends" (Japanese: あらしのよるに ひみつのともだち, Arashi no Yoru ni: Himitsu no Tomodachi) is a TV anime adaptation from the book series, which aired in 2012. It uses CG animation and includes many original plot elements and characters. The anime tells the story of Mei and Gabu’s adventure as they try to find the “emerald forest,” where different species can live peacefully, while overcoming various hardships in their friendship.