In a festive tradition, Abema will once again air the entire School Days anime series this holiday season, marking its ninth consecutive year. The romantic and dramatic series, often considered an unconventional holiday viewing experience, will begin airing on December 24, 2024, at 6:50 PM JST, which converts to 1:50 AM PST and 4:50 AM EST.
The official trailer for the series, shared via Abema’s X (formerly Twitter) account, highlights the show’s mix of romance and suspense, making it a unique pick for Christmas Eve. It teases viewers with scenes of Makoto’s complex relationships with his schoolmates, including Kotonoha and Sekai. In a dramatic moment, Sekai is shown rushing towards Makoto for an emotional embrace, hinting at the show’s intense emotional dynamics.
School Days, based on a visual novel, follows the story of Makoto, a high school student whose romantic journey becomes increasingly complicated. Initially in love with his classmate Kotonoha, Makoto’s relationship takes a turn when Sekai, another classmate who had been helping him with Kotonoha, falls for him as well. This love triangle sets the stage for the series’ notorious twists, often leading to dark and violent conclusions, including the gruesome deaths of Makoto, Kotonoha, or Sekai.
Premiering in 2007, School Days has remained a controversial and iconic series within anime culture. Its portrayal of morally questionable characters, particularly the protagonist Makoto, has sparked widespread online discussion. Many viewers label him as one of the most disliked characters in anime, leading to significant internet backlash. The final episode of the series garnered attention not only for its shocking content but also due to real-life events that mirrored the show’s violent ending. This led to an infamous moment in anime history when TV stations censored the episode with stock footage of a boat. The incident eventually sparked the creation of the “Nice Boat” meme, which remains a notable part of anime internet culture.
For those who prefer watching with English subtitles, School Days is also available on streaming platforms such as Crunchyroll. Fans of the show can now enjoy it both on Abema and online, continuing the tradition of revisiting this divisive and memorable anime during the holiday season.
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