The highly anticipated Episode 10 of “Dusk Beyond the End of the World” (永久のユウグレ, Towa no Yugure) has plunged viewers into the series’ deepest mysteries, revealing shocking truths that redefine the journey of protagonist Akira Himegami. Titled “His and Her Long Afternoon” or “The Endless Twilight They Shared”, this pivotal installment aired on December 4th or 5th, 2025, depending on the region, and has since become available on streaming platforms such as HIDIVE and Tropics Anime Asia.
A Promise Across Centuries: The Premise of “Dusk Beyond the End of the World”
“Dusk Beyond the End of the World” is an original Japanese anime television series produced by P.A. Works to commemorate its 25th anniversary. Directed and written by Naokatsu Tsuda, the series premiered in September 2025. It transports audiences to a post-apocalyptic future, 200 years after male high school student Akira Himegami was placed in cold sleep.
Upon awakening, Akira finds a world ravaged by war, now governed by a unified organization called OWEL. Traditional marriage has been replaced by a new system known as “Elsie.” In this bewildering new reality, Akira encounters an android named Yugure, who bears an uncanny resemblance to his beloved girlfriend from the past, Towasa Ōmaki. Yugure immediately proposes marriage to a stunned Akira. Convinced that Towasa must still be alive somewhere in this drastically changed world, Akira embarks on a perilous journey with Yugure, driven by the hope of reuniting with his lost love.
The anime delves into profound themes, exploring the evolving nature of love, including relationships between humans and androids, within a futuristic society shaped by advanced artificial intelligence and significant societal shifts.
Episode 10: A Deep Dive into Akira’s Past and Identity
Episode 10 serves as a critical turning point in the series, offering a full flashback that unravels many of the overarching mysteries. The episode primarily focuses on Akira’s subconscious world, into which Yugure ventures after a shocking revelation pushes Akira into despair.
The Revelation of Akira’s True Nature
The most significant plot twist uncovered in “Dusk Beyond the End of the World” Episode 10 is the truth about Akira Himegami’s identity. Viewers learn that the Akira Himegami protagonist is not the original human but an android modeled after him. This revelation profoundly impacts Akira, leading him to a state of deep despair and withdrawal, prompting Yugure’s intervention into his subconscious.
Unpacking Towasa’s Legacy and the LC Project
Within Akira’s subconscious, Yugure meticulously recounts the true events that transpired between the original Akira Himegami and Towasa Ōmaki. This includes:
- The World’s Ruin: The episode clarifies the circumstances surrounding the world’s devastation, tracing it back to Towasa’s scientific endeavors.
- Towasa’s Fate: The full scope of what befell Towasa Ōmaki, a genius AI developer, is finally unveiled. It’s revealed that Towasa, in an attempt to make humans into androids, inadvertently created a “Skynet-like” entity. She then developed powerful androids like Yugure and her “sisters” to resolve the crisis before disappearing.
- The Mysterious “LC Project”: The “LC Project,” a central enigma since the beginning of the series, is thoroughly explained. This project, authored by Towasa, is intricately linked to the world’s transformation and the new “Elsie” system.
The episode comprehensively details the story that began in the year 2038, providing crucial context for the narrative’s progression and the characters’ motivations.
Critical Reception and Fan Impact
Episode 10’s profound revelations have sparked considerable discussion among fans and critics alike. While early reactions to the series highlighted its high animation quality from P.A. Works, opinions were mixed regarding its thematic handling and world-building. However, the emotional depth and plot twists, particularly those revealed in Episode 10, have kept viewers engaged, with the complex relationship between Akira and Yugure being a significant talking point. The unexpected revelation about Akira’s identity and Towasa’s role in the post-apocalyptic world has solidified the series’ dramatic core.
Where to Watch Dusk Beyond the End of the World – Episode 10
For viewers in North America, “Dusk Beyond the End of the World” is licensed by Sentai Filmworks and is available for streaming on HIDIVE. In Southeast Asia, the series is licensed by Tropics Entertainment and can be streamed on the Tropics Anime Asia YouTube channel. New episodes generally air on Thursdays, with Episode 10 having premiered on December 4th or 5th, 2025.
