Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1: Exact release date and time, where to watch, and more

According to the anime's official platforms, Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1 is scheduled to be released on July 5, 2025, at 1 am JST on Tokyo MX, and later on BS Nippon and other Japanese networks. The episode will also be digitally accessible on Crunchyroll, with English subtitles.

Based on Naru Narumi's original manga series, the anime serves as one of the intriguing rom-com titles from the Summer 2025 anime lineup. With its intricate trailer and synopsis, the anime has already piqued many fans' interest. As such, many viewers want to see Naoto's story.

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Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1 exact release date and time for every region

Yukari, as seen in the anime (Image via Staple Entertainment)

As per the anime's official website, Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1 will be released on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at 1 am JST. However, because of the time zone differences, many global viewers can enjoy the episode a day earlier on Friday, July 4, 2025. However, the staff hasn't provided details regarding the anime's international streaming timings.

Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1 release date and time, as per the title's Japanese broadcast times, are given below:

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Where to watch Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1?

Makina, as seen in the anime (Image via Staple Entertainment)

Anime lovers in Japan can catch the television broadcast of the series' premiere episode on Tokyo MX. Furthermore, the episode will air on BS Nippon, Television Kanagawa, Sun Television, and AT-X. Fans in Japan can also watch the episode on FOD and TVer.

On the other hand, Crunchyroll will stream Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1 in North America, South America, Central America, Europe, Africa, CIS, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and the Indian subcontinent.

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The plot of Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse anime

Yukari, Naoto, and his sister (Image via Staple Entertainment)

Following the original narrative of Naru Narumi's manga, the rom-com anime centers on Naoto Watari, a high school student, living with his younger sister, Suzushiro, at their aunt's home. Interestingly, Naoto happens to dote on his sister to the point that he gives up dating, part-time jobs, and friendships.

Yet, one day, everything changes when Naoto's childhood friend, Satsuki Tachibana, transfers to his school. Naoto recalls how Satsuki's evil deeds in the past. The anime showcases Naoto's life as he gets manipulated by his sister, childhood friend, and his classmate.

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What to expect in Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1? (speculative)

Satsuki, as seen in the anime (Image via Staple Entertainment)

Watari-kun's ****** Is About to Collapse episode 1 will likely begin the adaptation with chapter 1 (The Day Peace Starts Falling Apart) of Naru Narumi's rom-com manga and introduce the main characters, including Naoto Watari, his sister, Suzushiro, and Naoto's nemesis, Satsuki Tachibana.

The first episode will show Naoto's obsession with his sister and his unexpected reunion with Satsuki. Furthermore, the episode will set up the plot for the rest of the season. It remains to be seen if the episode covers only chapter 1 and ends with an enticing cliffhanger.

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Edited by Apratim Chakraborty