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Toradora!

Toradora!

Synopsis: In "Toradora!", Ryuuji Takasu, a delicate student with an intimidating gaze, finds himself involved in a complex friendship with Taiga Aisaka, a fierce little classmate known as the "Palmtop Tiger". When a misunderstanding brings them together, they realize that they share romantic desires for people close to them: Ryuuji is in love with Minori, Taiga's best friend, while Taiga has feelings for the popular vice-president Yuusaku. Together, they form a comic and turbulent alliance, trying to help each other win their loves, while facing the ups and downs of everyday school life and their own insecurities.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

See below all important information about the anime: Toradora!

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Toradora!
  • Anime Name in Japanese: とらドラ!
  • Anime Name in English: Toradora!
  • Other names: Tiger X Dragon

Production information

  • Producers: Genco, Starchild Records, Yomiko Advertising, Magic Capsule, TV Tokyo Music
  • Licensors: NIS America, Inc.
  • Studios: J.C.Staff

Anime Information

  • Type: 23 min. per ep.
  • Episodes: 25
  • Date: Oct 2, 2008 to Mar 26, 2009
  • Genres: Drama romance
  • Subjects: Love Polygon, School
  • Target: Shoujo

Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 8.06
  • Popularity: 2,241,406

Video Trailer/Opening

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Curiosities

Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Toradora!": 

  • The title "Toradora!" is a combination of the protagonists' names: "Tora" (tiger, in Japanese) for Taiga and "Dora" (dragon, in Japanese) for Ryuuji.
  • The series is based on a popular light novel written by Yuyuko Takemiya and illustrated by Yasu.
  • The anime adaptation of "Toradora!" was produced by J.C.Staff and originally aired between 2008 and 2009.
  • The character Ryuuji Takasu is obsessed with cleanliness and has a natural talent for household chores.
  • Taiga Aisaka, despite her short stature and cute appearance, is known for her fierce temper and tsundere personality.
  • The opening song "Pre-Parade" was very well received and has become iconic among anime fans.
  • The anime explores themes of friendship, love and self-acceptance, becoming beloved by many for its emotional and relatable lessons.
  • "Toradora!" received adaptations in manga and video game in addition to the anime, increasing its popularity and reach.
Toradora!
Imagem de: Toradora!

Main Characters

Below is the main characters of: "Toradora!"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

  • Aisaka Taiga: Known as "Pocket Tiger," she is small and fierce.
  • Takasu Ryuuji: Has a scary appearance, but is kind and skilled in household chores.
  • Kushieda Minori: Energetic and optimistic friend of Ryuuji, sports lover.
  • Kawashima Ami: Famous model and childhood friend of Yuusaku, with a dual personality.
  • Kitamura Yuusaku: Vice-president of the student council and popular among the girls.
  • Inko
  • Takasu Yasuko: Mother of Ryuuji, works in a nightclub and is immature.
  • Kanou Sumire
  • Haruta Kouji: Ryuuji's eccentric friend.
  • Koigakubo Yuri

Summary and events

  • Ryuuji Takasu is a gentle high school student who loves housework, but is often misinterpreted as a delinquent because of his intimidating appearance.
  • Taiga Aisaka is a small, impulsive student known as the "Pocket Tiger", who confronts people with her fierce personality and a wooden katana.
  • An embarrassing mistake leads Ryuuji and Taiga to get to know each other better, revealing that Taiga has a sweet side and a crush on Yuusaku Kitamura, Ryuuji's best friend.
  • Ryuuji also reveals that he has a crush on Minori Kushieda, Taiga's best friend.
  • Determined to help each other with their romantic interests, Ryuuji and Taiga form an unlikely alliance.
  • While working together, Ryuuji and Taiga experience several comedic and emotional situations, deepening their friendship.
  • As time goes by, Ryuuji and Taiga begin to realize that their feelings and relationships may be more complicated than they initially thought.
  • The series explores the development of the characters, their personal discoveries, and the evolution of their romantic relationships.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Toradora!We have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

At the end of Toradora!, Ryuuji and Taiga finally confess their true feelings for each other. After facing many challenges and misunderstandings throughout their journey, they realize that their love is genuine. Taiga decides to leave school temporarily to resolve personal issues and become more independent, but promises to return. Before she leaves, they share a strong hug and promise to wait for each other. The story concludes with the promise of a future together, with Ryuuji patiently awaiting Taiga's return.

Meaning of Toradora!

Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

とらドラ!
  • とら - tiger
  • ドラ - Dragon
The title "Toradora!" combines the words "tiger" and "dragon", symbolizing the series' protagonists, Taiga and Ryuuji, who have distinct and contrasting personalities. Taiga, the "Palmtop Tiger", is fierce and determined, while Ryuuji, who has an intimidating gaze, is gentle and has a love of home. The name reflects the dynamic between these two characters, where they help each other deal with their romantic feelings and grow together in unexpected ways, representing the mix of strength and softness in their intertwined personalities.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Toradora! has a total of 25 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
You can watch the anime Toradora! on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Toradora! usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 2,241,406