The official website for Recommendations from Iwamoto-Senpai has released creditless versions of the anime’s opening and ending sequences, giving fans a clear look at the show’s visuals and theme songs without on-screen credits. The videos were published shortly after the series premiered in Japan.
The creditless sequences highlight the opening theme by THE JET BOY BANGERZ and the ending theme by WOLF HOWL HARMONY, offering viewers an uninterrupted look at the anime’s animation and music. International audiences can stream the series on Crunchyroll.
Two Theme Songs Set the Tone
The Recommendations from Iwamoto-Senpai anime feature two new theme songs that reflect the series’ supernatural atmosphere. THE JET BOY BANGERZ performs the opening theme, “Budding,” while WOLF HOWL HARMONY performs the ending theme, “Koko ni Iru” (“I Am Here”).
Both artists were announced before the anime’s July 4 premiere, alongside additional cast members and a new promotional video. The newly released creditless opening and ending sequences give fans an uninterrupted look at the animation paired with the full versions of the songs.
The clean versions also highlight the series’ visual style and showcase the story setting without the distraction of on-screen credits.
A Supernatural Mystery in Taisho-Era Japan
Based on Hiroshi Shiibashi’s manga, Recommendations from Iwamoto-Senpai follows Kodō Iwamoto, a third-year student at a military academy who investigates supernatural incidents across Japan during the Taisho era.
While investigating reports of mysterious black snow in a remote village, Kodō meets a young boy who believes his unusual abilities are due to illness. Recognizing the truth behind those powers, Kodō offers him the chance to join the same secretive organization that trained him.
The manga first appeared as a one-shot on Shonen Jump+ in 2020 before becoming a serialized title in Ultra Jump in 2021. It has since grown into a long-running series with multiple collected volumes.
Hiroshi Shiibashi Returns to the Supernatural
Hiroshi Shiibashi is best known for creating Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan, a popular supernatural manga that later received two anime adaptations.
With Recommendations from Iwamoto-Senpai, Shiibashi once again explores the supernatural, but this time through the lens of Taisho-era Japan, combining historical settings with mystery and paranormal investigations.
The series blends folklore, military themes, and supernatural suspense, creating a darker atmosphere than many traditional action anime.
The Team Behind the Anime
The anime is produced by Studio DEEN, with Toshifumi Kawase serving as director and Keiichirō Ōchi handling the series composition.
Atsuko Nakajima is responsible for the character designs, while Takuya Hiramitsu serves as sound director. The music is composed by Yoshiaki Dewa and Tōru Ishitsuka.
Together, the staff brings years of experience adapting manga and creating supernatural anime, helping bring Shiibashi’s story to television.
Where to Watch the Series
Recommendations from Iwamoto-Senpai premiered in Japan on July 4, airing on Tokyo MX, Sun TV, and later BS Fuji. The series is also available on several Japanese streaming platforms.
International viewers can watch the anime on Crunchyroll, including in regions where the service recently expanded its simulcast lineup.
New episodes are released weekly, allowing fans around the world to follow the supernatural mystery as it unfolds.
Why Creditless Videos Are Popular
Creditless opening and ending videos have become a regular part of anime releases, giving fans a clean view of the animation and visual storytelling without text on the screen.
They also allow viewers to better appreciate the choreography, artwork, and timing of the theme songs while making it easier for fans to discuss and analyze the sequences.
For Recommendations from Iwamoto-Senpai, the release of these videos helps maintain interest in the series during its first weeks on air while giving audiences another reason to revisit its opening and ending themes.
