The Aquatope on White Sand

"The Aquatope on White Sand" (Japanese: 白い砂のアクアトープ, Romaji: Shiroi Suna no Akuatōpu) is an original Japanese anime television series produced by P.A. Works. The series aired from July to December 2021, with a total of 24 episodes. Set in Nanjo, Okinawa, the story follows two girls: Kukuru Misakino, an 18-year-old high school student who works at an aquarium to pursue her dream, and Fuuka Miyazawa, a former idol from Tokyo who has abandoned her career and fled to Okinawa. After experiencing the setback in her idol career, Fuuka arrives in Okinawa by chance and seeks a new beginning at the rundown Gama Gama Aquarium. As they work together to save the aquarium, they support each other and grow. This anime is praised for its delicate character portrayals, beautiful visuals, and focus on environmental protection. The series combines heartwarming slice-of-life elements, friendship, personal growth, and a touch of the supernatural, depicting the girls' journey of self-discovery and seeking a future at a turning point in their lives.