Goodbye, Lara
SayoLara
Sayonara Lara
Genres
- Fantasy
- Romance
Tags
all 23- Main CastFemale Protagonist97
- FantasyFairy Tale95
- TraitsMermaid94
- SceneCoastal89
- UniverseUrban Fantasy83
- RomanceYuri82
- TimeTime Skip82
- OtherReincarnation78
- FantasyCurses78
- RomanceInterspecies75
- FantasyMagic71
- SportBoxing68
- FantasyShapeshifting61
- OtherLGBTQ+ Themes60
- TraitsWitch57
- TraitsBisexual56
- RomanceHeterosexual52
- OtherRoyal Affairs52
- Main CastPrimarily Female Cast42
- TraitsTomboy20
- SceneWork20
- ArtsFood20
- SceneSchool Club20
Genres: Fantasy, Romance. Tags: Female Protagonist, Fairy Tale, Mermaid, Coastal, Urban Fantasy, Yuri, Time Skip, Reincarnation, Curses, Interspecies, Magic, Boxing.
#1198
Ranked
#4764
Popularity
53
Favorites
25.7K
Members
#11
This Season
Rated TV
#25
This Season
Popular TV
Episode Progress
Available up to Episode 7
Available up to Episode 7 on Crunchyroll
- Premiered
- Winter 2026
- Aired
- Jan 1, 2026 –
- Studio
- Kinema Citrus
Alternative Titles
jaさよならララ
en-x-romajiSayonara Lara
jaさよなら ララ
enSayoLara
jaさよララ
Synopsis
A new original anime inspired by The Little Mermaid follows the story of a mermaid who wishes to be loved by a human but tragically dies. She is reincarnated 200 years later in Lake Biwa in modern-day Japan. As she navigates her new life, she learns how to fit into the human world.
Synopsis
A new original anime inspired by The Little Mermaid follows the story of a mermaid who wishes to be loved by a human but tragically dies. She is reincarnated 200 years later in Lake Biwa in modern-day Japan. As she navigates her new life, she learns how to fit into the human world.
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Platform Scores
MAL
7.79
AniList
76 / 100
Kitsu
77 / 100
AniList Trend
2,034
Episode Guide
Aired so far: 7 / 35
Main Story
7 / 35
20%
Latest Aired
Episode 7
Remaining
28 eps
7 / 35
Status Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Goodbye, Lara premiere?
Goodbye, Lara is scheduled to premiere in winter 2026. As an upcoming title, it has not started airing yet.
Where can I watch Goodbye, Lara online?
Once the series begins airing, you will be able to watch it on Crunchyroll.
What is the plot of Goodbye, Lara?
Goodbye, Lara is a fantasy romance about a mermaid who dies after wishing to be loved by a human. She is later reincarnated 200 years into the future at Lake Biwa, where she must learn to navigate and fit into modern-day Japanese society.
Is Goodbye, Lara based on a manga or light novel?
Goodbye, Lara is an original anime production, meaning it is not based on a pre-existing manga or light novel. The story draws inspiration from the classic tale of The Little Mermaid.
Who is the director of Goodbye, Lara?
The anime is directed by Koide, Takushi. The project is produced by the animation studio Kinema Citrus.
Who are the main characters in Goodbye, Lara?
The story follows the journey of the reincarnated mermaid Lara and her experiences alongside Ootsu, Mari.
Do I need to watch any previous shows before starting Goodbye, Lara?
No, you do not need to watch anything else beforehand. Goodbye, Lara is the first entry in its franchise, making it a standalone story.
Why Everyone is Talking About the Upcoming 'Goodbye, Lara'
With over 12,000 users already tracking it, this modern reimagining of The Little Mermaid is generating significant buzz ahead of its Winter 2026 premiere.
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Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Airing
- Premiered
- Winter 2026
- Aired
- Jan 1, 2026 –
- Episodes
- 7
- Studio
- Kinema Citrus
Alternative Titles
jaさよならララ
en-x-romajiSayonara Lara
jaさよなら ララ
enSayoLara
jaさよララ
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