Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life (2019)
A heartfelt anime about music, friendship, and the fight to keep a traditional koto club alive against all odds.
Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life - Series Information
- Original Title: この音とまれ！
- First Air Year: 2019
- Last Air Year: 2019
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (24 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 26
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: April 7, 2019 (United States - TV-PG), April 7, 2019 (Canada - 14+), April 7, 2019 (Australia - PG), April 7, 2019 (Brazil - 14), April 7, 2019 (Mexico - B-15)
- Networks: BS11, AT-X, Tochigi TV, HTB, WOWOW Prime, Tokyo MX
- Alternative Titles: Stop this Sound! (US)
- Production Companies: King Records, Shueisha, Platinum Vision
- Production Countries: Japan
Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life - Plot
Since the graduation of the senior members of the club, Takezou ends up being the sole member of the "Koto" (traditional Japanese string instrument) club. Now that the new school year has begun, Takezou will have to seek out new members into the club, or the club will become terminated. Out of nowhere, a new member barges into the near-abandoned club room, demanding to join the club. How will Takezou be able to keep his club alive and deal with this rascal of a new member?
Where to Watch Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life
Looking for where to watch Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life?
Compare all viewing options available in your region on JustWatch ↗
Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Yuma Uchida
- Junya Enoki
- Atsumi Tanezaki
- Haruki Ishiya
- Yuichi Iguchi
- Makoto Furukawa
- Sara Matsumoto
- Daisuke Namikawa
- Yoshimasa Hosoya
- Eri Akiyama
Writers
- Ayumu Hisao
Executive Producers
- Go Nakanishi
Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life - FAQs
Where can you stream Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life?
Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel via subscription. It can also be purchased digitally through the Apple TV Store. Crunchyroll is the primary platform for international viewers seeking legal streaming access.
Is Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life based on a manga?
Yes, Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life is based on the manga series of the same name by Amyuu, serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump. The manga began in 2012 and the 2019 anime adaptation closely follows its storyline about a high school koto club.
What is Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life about?
The series follows Takezou Kurata, the sole remaining member of his high school's koto club, who must recruit new members or face the club's disbandment. When a delinquent named Chika Kudo unexpectedly joins, the two must work together to rebuild the club and compete at a national level.
Who are the main voice actors in this anime?
The principal voice cast includes Yuma Uchida as Chika Kudo, Junya Enoki as Takezo Kurata, Atsumi Tanezaki as Satowa Hozuki, Makoto Furukawa as Michitaka Sakai, Daisuke Namikawa as Suzuka Takinami, and Yoshimasa Hosoya as Tetsuki Takaoka, among others.
Does Kono Oto Tomare! have a second season?
Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life consists of a single season split into two cours, totaling 26 episodes that aired throughout 2019. As of now, no second season has been announced, and the series is listed as ended with no confirmed continuation.
When did Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life first air?
Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life premiered on April 7, 2019, in Japan. The series aired across multiple networks including Tokyo MX, BS11, AT-X, and WOWOW Prime, concluding its 26-episode run later that same year.
How was Kono Oto Tomare! received by critics and audiences?
The series earned warm praise from anime fans and critics for its heartfelt character development, authentic portrayal of koto music, and emotional storytelling. It is frequently recommended alongside other music-themed anime and holds a loyal fanbase appreciating its blend of drama and slice-of-life warmth.
What is the content rating for Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life?
Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life carries a TV-PG content rating in the United States, making it suitable for general audiences with parental guidance suggested for younger viewers. The series contains mild dramatic themes but is largely appropriate for teens and older viewers.
More About Kono Oto Tomare!: Sounds of Life
Explore further details about this series through these authoritative resources.