なつなぐ!

"Natsunagu!" is an original Japanese anime television series commissioned by the Kumamoto Prefectural Government to promote the prefecture's recovery efforts following the 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes. The series aired on TOKYO MX and Kumamoto Broadcasting from January to March 2020, comprising 12 episodes. It features a predominantly local staff and voice cast from Kumamoto, aiming to showcase the prefecture's charm. The story follows Natsuna Keyaki, a university student living in Tokyo, who travels to Kumamoto in search of her friend Itsuki Kusunoki, who she lost contact with after the earthquakes. There, she meets Izumi Chiba, a local junior high school student, and other warm-hearted individuals. Through her journey, Natsuna not only rekindles her friendship but also experiences the warmth and resilience of the people of Kumamoto. The anime is praised for its beautiful animation and touching storyline.