No Yoru Ni... Epis... - Souryo To Majiwaru Shikiyoku

The story follows Misato Saki, a high school teacher who reunites with her childhood friend, Kujou, at a funeral. Unbeknownst to her, Kujou has become a priest. The series explores their reconnection, contrasting Kujou's pious public image with his private desires, leading to a secret physical relationship.

Upon release, Souryo to Majiwaru sparked debate on social media. Detractors called it “disrespectful to Buddhism.” Supporters pointed out that Japan’s Jodo Shinshu (True Pure Land) sect has long permitted married priests. The director, Hiraku Kaneko, responded in an interview: Souryo to Majiwaru Shikiyoku no Yoru ni... Epis...

“This is a love story. The priest’s role is incidental. If Keiichi were a baker, it would still be about a man who hides his passion under a calm surface.” The story follows Misato Saki , a high

On MyAnimeList, the series holds a modest 6.4/10 , with many reviews calling it “surprisingly wholesome for an adult anime” and “a guilty pleasure with actual character growth.” “This is a love story

Keiichi performs a private “kito” (prayer ritual) for strength. He visits Miyabi at her apartment in the city (not the temple). For the first time, their lovemaking occurs outside a religious space. Keiichi says, “Tonight, I’m not a priest. I’m just a man who loves you.”