5 Centimeters per Second
Episodes
5 Centimeters per Second - Episode 1
Tohno Takaki and Shinohara Akari, two very close friends and classmates, are torn apart when Akari's family is transferred to another region of Japan due to her family's job. Despite separation, they continue to keep in touch through mail. When Takaki finds out that his family is also moving, he decides to meet with Akari one last time. As years pass by, they continue down their own paths, their distance slowly growing wider and their contact with one another fades. Yet, they keep remembering one another and the times they have shared together, wondering if they will have the chance to meet once again.
Episode 1 Viewing Guide & Storyline Overview
Canon EpisodeYou are streaming 5 Centimeters per Second Episode 1 in full 1080p Ultra High Definition with English Subtitles and English Dubbed audio options. Episode 1 delivers critical plot developments, high-caliber fight sequences, and character evolutions crafted by top Japanese animation animators.
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Technical Stream & Anime Specifications
Verified Metadata- Japanese Title
- 秒速5センチメートル
- Animation Studio
- CoMix Wave
- Audio Codec
- Dual Audio AAC 192k (Sub/Dub)
- Video Resolution
- 1080p Ultra HD (60 FPS)
- Episode Duration
- 22 min / ep
- Broadcast Format
- MOVIE • FINISHED
- Community Score
- 7.1 / 10
- Failover CDN
- Active Multi-Server CDN
Key Characters & Voice Cast (Seiyuu)
Official Voice Actors
Takaki Tohno
Akari Shinohara
Kanae Sumida
Kanae no Ane
Risa Mizuno
Akari no Chichi
Akari no Haha
Yuichi
Episode 1 Frequently Asked Questions
Direct AnswersHow do I switch between English Sub and English Dub for Episode 1?
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When will the next episode release?
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