Countdown to Yes (2026)

Other name: Shinyu no

Description:

Countdown to Yes delves into the intricate bond between two high school classmates whose friendship blossomed over their shared passion for photography and strengthened during their university years as roommates. Their paths diverged when one moved away for work, leaving the other to confront his hidden romantic feelings. He suppressed these emotions for three years, cutting off contact. Fate intervenes when the working friend returns to their hometown due to a job transfer. Despite resolving to maintain a platonic friendship, his buried feelings resurface immediately upon their reunion. The returning friend unexpectedly proposes they live together. Torn between happiness and fear, the hesitant friend rejects the offer, worried that a romantic relationship might jeopardize their cherished friendship. However, the returning friend persistently confronts him with sincere words and actions, determined to explore a future beyond just friendship.

Episodes: 10

Duration: 30 min.

Airs On: Jan 13, 2026 - ?

Producer: YTV

Director: Funabiki Shinju

Country: Japan

Status: Completed

Released: 2026

Genre: Comedy; Romance