Waiting in the Summer Timeline ( Real )

announcement
May 23, 2012

Announcement of Waiting in the Summer anime

Announcement and reveal of the anime series Waiting in the Summer by J.C. Staff.

release
July 1, 2012

Premiere of Waiting in the Summer anime

The first episode of Waiting in the Summer aired on Japanese television.

release
September 16, 2012

Conclusion of Waiting in the Summer anime

The final episode of Waiting in the Summer aired, concluding the 12-episode series.

release
September 26, 2012

Blu-ray and DVD release of Waiting in the Summer

Release of the series on Blu-ray and DVD formats in Japan.

Waiting in the Summer Timeline ( Fictional )

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Spring, Year 1

Kaito Transfers to High School

Kaito Kirishima transfers to his new high school and meets Mio Kitahara and other classmates.

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Early Spring, Year 1

Formation of the Film Club

Mio invites Kaito and the others to form a film club where they start making short movies together.

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Spring, Year 1

Mashiro Falls from the Sky

Mashiro Moyama literally falls from the sky and ends up staying with Kaito, revealing she wants to attend their high school to learn more about Earth.

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Late Spring, Year 1

Mio Confesses Her Feelings to Kaito

Mio reveals her feelings of love toward Kaito, deepening the romantic tension among the group.

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Summer, Year 1

Film Club Growth and Bonding

The club produces several short films and members grow closer, including Kaito, Mio, Mashiro, and Ayano Fujimoto.

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Early Summer, Year 1

Ayano Joins the Film Club

Ayano, a girl who has feelings for Kaito, officially joins the film club, complicating relationships further.

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Mid Summer, Year 1

Mashiro Reveals Her Mission

Mashiro discloses her alien origin and her mission on Earth, causing the group to support her.

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Late Summer, Year 1

Kaito and Mashiro Grow Closer

Kaito and Mashiro develop a strong bond as they work together on the club’s projects and face challenges.

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End of Summer, Year 1

End of Summer Festival

The group participates in the school summer festival, showcasing their film and strengthening friendships.

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Autumn, Year 1

Mashiro's Departure

Mashiro completes her mission and returns to her home planet, leaving Kaito and the film club behind.