"In This Corner (and Other Corners) of the World" is a historical drama anime series that expands on the 2016 film of the same name, adapting the manga by Fumiyo Kōno. The story is set primarily in Hiroshima and Kure, Japan, during the late 1930s and 1940s, against the backdrop of World War II. The narrative centers on Suzu Urano, a young woman with a talent for drawing and a gentle, optimistic demeanor. Suzu grows up in the rural town of Eba, Hiroshima, where she enjoys a simple life with her family. In 1944, she marries Shūsaku Hōjō, a clerk at the Kure Naval District, and moves to his family’s home in Kure.

The series explores Suzu’s daily life as she adjusts to her new surroundings, navigating the challenges of wartime rationing, air raids, and the emotional toll of living in a nation at war. Suzu’s relationships with her in-laws, particularly her sister-in-law Keiko and her young niece Harumi, are central to the story. Her interactions with her husband, Shūsaku, are marked by warmth and mutual support, though their lives are increasingly strained by the war. Suzu’s resilience and creativity are highlighted as she finds ways to cope with hardship, often through her drawings and resourcefulness.

As the war intensifies, the series depicts the devastating impact of the conflict on civilians, including the bombing of Hiroshima. Suzu’s life is irrevocably changed by the events of the war, and the story portrays her struggle to rebuild and find hope amidst loss. The narrative also delves into the lives of those around her, offering a broader perspective on the human cost of war. Themes of family, survival, and the enduring strength of the human spirit are woven throughout the series, which balances moments of quiet reflection with the harsh realities of its historical setting. The characters are portrayed with depth and nuance, their experiences reflecting the resilience and fragility of ordinary people living through extraordinary times.