🎅 Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus (2025): Release Date, Plot, Cast & Why This Summer Christmas Anime Has Fans Buzzing

🎅 “Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus” – The Most Mysterious Summer Christmas Yet!#Anime

✨Premieres July 5, 2025 – A new chapter in the Rascal saga begins!

The heart-tugging and mind-bending phenomenon Rascal Does Not Dream is back with its latest anime installment, Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus. And this time, it’s bringing snowflakes to summer — with a mysterious miniskirt Santa, precognitive dreams, and even more emotional chaos tied to the infamous Puberty Syndrome.

Whether you’ve been following Sakuta Azusagawa since his days navigating supernatural heartbreaks in high school, or you’re just stepping into the world of AoButa for the first time, this new entry is a must-watch this July.

❄️ What's the Story?

Sakuta Azusagawa is no longer the “rascal” roaming school halls — he’s now a university student in Kanazawa-hakkei, moving into a new phase of life alongside his girlfriend, actress Mai Sakurajima.

But just as things seem to calm down, a strange encounter flips his world once again.

One wintery figure stands out in the summer heat:

"I'm surprised. So, you can see me."

That line sparks something familiar. The speaker? A mysterious miniskirt Santa who reveals her name: Touko Kirishima, and claims she's responsible for spreading Puberty Syndrome to others.

As strange new phenomena emerge — a ghostly social media presence, a secret online singer, and unexplained dreams — Sakuta is pulled back into a reality where emotions manifest in unexplainable ways.

🎶 Music to Match the Mystery

A tale this emotional deserves an unforgettable soundtrack:

• Opening Theme: “Snowdrop” by Conton Candy ❄️

• Ending Theme: “Suiheisen wa Boku no Furukizu” performed by Uzuki Hirokawa, Ikumi Akagi, Sara Himeji, and

  Touko Kirishima 🎵

Both themes promise to deliver the same melancholic, whimsical energy fans expect from Rascal Does Not Dream.

🌌 Why You Should Watch

• New Arc, Familiar Heart: While this is the start of Sakuta's college life, fans of the series will recognize the emotional stakes, witty dialogue, and deeply personal storytelling that made previous entries unforgettable.

• Puberty Syndrome Returns: True to the franchise's core, the new installment continues to explore supernatural metaphors for real-world emotional turmoil — this time centered around new characters and new mysteries.

• Iconic Cast & Crew: With Hajime Kamoshida (original creator), Soichi Masui (director), Masahiro Yokotani (series composition), and Satomi Tamura (character design) returning, and CloverWorks once again at the helm, expect stunning animation and tight storytelling.

🧠 A Quick Look Back: What Is Rascal Does Not Dream?

The franchise began with Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai, which became a modern classic thanks to its smart mix of romance, sci-fi, and emotional depth. Sakuta’s encounters with girls suffering from “Puberty Syndrome” — strange supernatural phenomena tied to emotional stress — led to stories of identity, memory, anxiety, and love.

From Dreaming Girl to Sister Venturing Out and Knapsack Kid, each chapter has explored the complexities of adolescence with a magical realist lens. Now, Santa Claus brings that same spirit into the college setting, raising the stakes and the emotional resonance.

🎄Final Thoughts: Not Your Average Christmas Tale

Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus isn't just a seasonal gimmick — it's a continuation of one of anime's most emotionally intelligent franchises. With heartfelt writing, meaningful characters, and beautifully surreal moments, this new chapter promises to make you feel, think, and maybe cry a little.

Don’t miss the return of Sakuta, Mai, and the unforgettable emotional mysteries of Puberty Syndrome — premiering July 5, 2025!Streaming and distribution details coming soon from Aniplex.

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🎁 Puberty continues… and so does the magic.