Awajima Hyakkei Anime Adaptation Reveals Stellar Staff & 2026 Premiere Date
Get ready to mark your calendars! Kadokawa just dropped major updates about the upcoming Awajima Hyakkei (One Hundred Views of Awajima) TV anime adaptation, revealing an all-star production team and confirming a 2026 release window.
▍Production Powerhouse
| Role | Staff Member | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|
| Director | Asaka Morio | Chihayafuru, Cardcaptor Sakura |
| Character Design | Hamada Kunihiko | Yamada-kun to Lv999 no Koi wo Suru, Nana |
| Series Composition | Nakanishi Yasuhiro | Kaguya-sama: Love is War, Jibaku Shounen Hanako-kun |
| Art Director | Nakamura Hideki | Shingeki no Bahamut: Genesis, Spy×Family Movie |
| Music | Obata Takahiro | The Promised Neverland, Shoushimin Series |
The project will be animated by legendary studio Madhouse (Hunter×Hunter 2011, Death Note), combining fresh talent with industry veterans for this coming-of-age story.
▍Manga Roots
Based on Takako Shimura’s critically acclaimed web manga that ran from 2011-2016, the series offers:
- 5 compiled volumes from Oota Publishing
- A unique school drama perspective
- Shimura’s signature character-driven storytelling
▍What’s Next?
While specific casting details remain under wraps, the released teaser visual and promo video hint at faithful adaptations of the manga’s atmospheric artwork. Fans can stay updated through:
- Official website: awajima-anime.com
- Twitter: @awajima_anime
This adaptation brings together a dream team capable of translating Shimura’s nuanced storytelling to screen. With Madhouse’s track record for quality and Asaka Morio’s expertise in character-driven narratives, Awajima Hyakkei is shaping up to be a must-watch for 2026.
