The TV anime One Dance is set to begin broadcasting on October 8, 2025. In exciting news, its second promotional video has just been released! It was also revealed that the opening theme song will be performed by BE:FIRST and the ending theme by ELSEE, with comments from both artists already received.
Main key visual for One Dance
One Dance is a TV anime based on the “street dance x romance” manga by Kouhii, serialized in Kodansha’s monthly comic magazine “Afternoon.” The series has already surpassed 1.1 million copies in circulation. This captivating coming-of-age story follows high school student Oya Kaboku (voiced by Uchiyama Kouki), who struggles with stuttering and finds it difficult to express his feelings. He becomes drawn to dance through his classmate, Wanda Hikari (voiced by Hitsujimiya Hina), who fearlessly pursues her own expression without worrying about others’ perceptions. Together, they take on the challenge of “freestyle” dance, a form of expression that needs no words.
The manga boasts immense popularity not only in Japan but also overseas, having been published in 10 languages. It even won an award at the North American manga award “You Should Read This Manga 2023” as a “work expected to be animated.” After being eagerly awaited by fans both domestically and internationally for an animated adaptation, the TV anime is finally set to premiere!
The recently unveiled second promotional video showcases Kaboku awakening to the charm of dance and beginning to blossom his talent, alongside Wanda, who dances gracefully as if guiding him. Additionally, unique new characters make their first appearance, including Miyao On (voiced by Suwa Ayaka), the dance club captain and absolute ace; Itsukushima Iori (voiced by Masuda Toshiki), a ghost member with impressive skills; and Kabetani Gaku (voiced by Uchida Yuuma), a formidable B-Boy from another school. The anticipation for the dynamic dance scenes, a hallmark of dance anime, is incredibly high!
Scene from One Dance‘s 2nd PV
Further exciting news includes the theme song details. The opening theme song will be “Stare In Wonder,” a new track by the seven-member dance and vocal group BE:FIRST, who have seen remarkable success, including mobilizing approximately 300,000 people for their four major dome tours across Japan. The ending theme song will be “Wondrous,” a new song by ELSEE, a promising dance and vocal group that recently announced their major debut.
With both the opening and ending themes handled by highly skilled and influential groups in the music industry known for their exceptional dance prowess, this anime, which portrays street dance, is sure to be even more exhilarating. Along with the announcement, comments from each artist were also shared.
Scene from One Dance‘s 2nd PV
Furthermore, the second PV also previewed “Kujira” by Yaffle feat. Sahnya, one of over 30 in-anime dance songs. Yaffle is a central figure in Japan’s current music scene, having produced numerous tracks for artists like Fujii Kaze, Oomori Motoki, Yonezu Kenshi, and SEKAI NO OWARI, as well as composing scores for many films and dramas.
Scene from One Dance‘s 2nd PV
Looking ahead, One Dance has several exciting events planned. A special stage event featuring the main cast is scheduled for September 21 at the “Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2025” (Kyomaf). Additionally, a pre-screening event with appearances by both the main cast and dance cast is planned for September 27 at Shinjuku Piccadilly. More updates are eagerly anticipated!
Scene from One Dance‘s 2nd PV
The TV anime One Dance will air every Wednesday at 11:45 PM on TV Asahi’s nationwide “IMAnimation W” block, starting October 8.
Comments from the Artists
BE:FIRST SOTA
Hello, I’m SOTA from BE:FIRST. We are incredibly grateful to have been chosen to perform the theme song for One Dance! As BE:FIRST, a group that respects dance culture in all our activities, we are truly delighted and honored to be part of a work that so deeply and delicately focuses on dance with such a passionate story. We hope to deliver the beauty of dance alongside One Dance and energize the series with our music, so please look forward to it!
ELSEE AKARI
Our major debut song “Wondrous” has been chosen as the ending theme song for One Dance. All the members had already read the original manga, and for us, who have dedicated ourselves to dance performance since our school days, the world view and the feelings of the protagonists in One Dance deeply resonate. It’s such an honor to be involved with such a special project. We truly hope that “Wondrous,” a song filled with our passion and feelings for dance, reaches as many fans of One Dance as possible!
AKARI (ELSEE)
TV Anime One Dance Production Information
Broadcast & Streaming Details
Television:
- From October 8, 2025, every Wednesday at 11:45 PM on TV Asahi national network “IMAnimation W” block and others! *Excluding some regions
- BS Asahi: From October 11 (Saturday), every Saturday at 1:00 AM JST
- AT-X: From October 10 (Friday), every Friday at 11:00 PM JST! *Repeat broadcasts available
Streaming:
- From October 9, 2025, every Thursday at 12:15 AM JST
- Disney Plus Star: Exclusive unlimited streaming for all episodes
Pay-per-view sites:
- Sequential distribution begins from October 10 (Friday) at 12:00 AM JST on:
- Prime Video / d Anime Store / DMM TV / J:COM STREAM / Miru Plus / TELASA / Lemino / FOD / Bandai Channel / Niconico Channel / Google TV / YouTube / HAPPY! Douga / OnGen Movie / Movie Full / Movie Full Plus / Video Market / music.jp / Kantele Douga
Original Manga Information
One Dance (serialized in Kodansha’s “Afternoon”)
Author: Kouhii
Volumes 1-13 of the manga are currently on sale!
Production Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Director, Screenplay, VFX | Katou Michiya |
| Chief Animation Director, Character Design | Tasaki Satoshi, Imamura Daiki |
| 3DCG Director | Akiyama Yuuki, Shitara Tomohisa |
| Motion Capture Supervisor | Sugimoto Rei |
| Art Director | Watanabe Youichi |
| Art Design | Satou Hideki |
| Color Design | Sasa Manami |
| Video Direction | Iida Kanna |
| Director of Photography | Iseki Daichi |
| Editor | Kimura Kashiko |
| Sound Director | Hata Shouji |
| Sound Effects | Izumo Noriko |
| Music | Chiba “naotyu-” Naoki |
| Music Producer | Senda Kouhei, Kinno Sayaka |
| Dance Producer | RIEHATA |
| Animation Production | Madhouse × Cyclone Graphics |
Voice Cast
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Oya Kaboku | Uchiyama Kouki |
| Wanda Hikari | Hitsujimiya Hina |
| Miyao On | Suwa Ayaka |
| Itsukushima Iori | Masuda Toshiki |
| Kabetani Gaku | Uchida Yuuma |
| Takumi Uchi | Hayashi Yuu |
| Assei | Kobayashi Chikahiro |
Dance Cast
| Character | Dance Cast |
|---|---|
| Oya Kaboku | KAITA |
| Wanda Hikari | KANATA |
| Miyao On | ReiNa |
| Itsukushima Iori | YOUTEE |
| Kabetani Gaku | YU-KI |
Theme Songs
- Opening Theme: “Stare In Wonder” by BE:FIRST (B-ME)
- Ending Theme: “Wondrous” by ELSEE (Epic Records Japan)
In-Anime Song Providing Artists
*Alphabetical order
Aramaki Yuujin / Alisa / Black Boboi / Daigo Sakuragi / FUNI / GZO / Hidetake Takayama / Jazztronik / JiN, Seann Bowe / Jua / Kaztake Takeuchi / Marcello Jonno / Michael Yano a.k.a ARK / MONJOE / RIEHATA / RIKKI / Sahnya / Scatman John / Shinichi Osawa / Shinichiro Murayama / Toru Ishikawa / URU / Weauxmaque / Wez Atlas / Yaffle
(C) Kouhii, Kodansha / One Dance Production Committee
《Nakase Koutarou》
