Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei
Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei
さよなら絶望先生
Synopsis
In the contemporary setting of "Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei," Nozomu Itoshiki, a high school teacher, experiences profound despair over minor setbacks, sometimes leading to suicide attempts. This satirical and comedic series explores different aspects of Japanese life and culture through Nozomu's interactions with his students. Among them are Kiri Komori, a reclusive student who never leaves the school grounds; Abiru Kobushi, a mysterious figure often seen with inexplicable injuries; and the overly optimistic Kafuuka Fuura, a stark contrast to Nozomu. The show also features several other eccentric young women, each as unique as their teacher.
Background
Media Blasters initially held the license to Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei, but dropped it in 2010 without any DVD/Blu-ray release. It remained unlicensed until Anime Expo 2019 when Nozomi Entertainment announced they had licensed the series.
