Mayonaka Heart Tune Anime Drops New Staff, Second Promo, and Catchy Theme Song Previews!
Get ready for some showbiz romance, because the official website for the upcoming television anime **Mayonaka Heart Tune** has just released a treasure trove of new details! Fans are buzzing with excitement as additional staff members, a captivating second promotional video, a fresh key visual (pictured here!), and the much-anticipated theme songs have all been unveiled. This adaptation of Igarashi Masakuni’s romantic comedy manga, also known as **Tune In to the Midnight Heart**, is shaping up to be a must-watch.
Premiere Dates and Broadcast Information
Mark your calendars! The **Mayonaka Heart Tune** anime is set to kick off its broadcast on January 6, 2026, at 11:00 p.m. JST. You can catch the premiere on Kansai TV and Fuji TV’s brand-new “Kannibal” programming slot, which previously housed “Ka☆Dora Eleven”. For those tuning in later, BS Asahi will begin airing the series on its “Anime A” programming block starting January 9, 2026, at 11:00 p.m. JST. Prepare for some late-night romantic comedy fun!
Behind the Scenes: The Talented Staff Bringing Mayonaka Heart Tune to Life
The creative minds at **Gekkou** are diligently working on this series, with Takahashi Masayuki at the helm as director. Sugawara Yukie is not only handling the series composition but also contributing to the script, ensuring a cohesive and engaging story. Shitaya Tomoyuki is in charge of designing the characters, giving them their distinctive looks. Beyond these core talents, an impressive lineup of additional staff has been announced, promising a high-quality production.
Additional Staff Revealed
| Role | Name (Main Works) |
| Script | Sugawara Yukie (Overlord) |
| Sub-character Design | Homura Minori (Maou-sama, Retry! R character design), Someya Yurika (Enen no Shouboutai animation director), Kikuchi Akihiro (Witch Watch animation director), Mikio (Zenshuu.) |
| Color Design | Sasaki Azusa (Giji Harem) |
| Art Director | Miyake Masakazu (Kuroiwa Medaka ni Watashi no Kawaii ga Tsuujinai) |
| Art Design | Uegaki Yukiko (Kenja no Mago) |
| Director of Photography | Hiroshima Souta (Yumeta Company) (Blue Archive the Animation photography) |
| Assistant Director of Photography | Hayashi Akio (Shinmai Ossan Boukensha, Saikyou Party ni Shinu hodo Kitaerarete Muteki ni Naru. director of photography) |
| Offline Editing | Tan Ayako (**Graphinica**) (Renai Flops editing) |
| Online Editing | qooop |
| 3DCG | Nomoto Tsutomu (Girls & Panzer 3D production cooperation) |
| 3DCG Layout | Hayashi Ami (Lazarus) |
| 2D Design, UI Works | **Yumeta Company** |
| Music | Takahashi Kuniyuki (MONACA) (Shangri-La Frontier) |
| Sound Director | Morita Yuuichi (Uma Musume: Pretty Derby) |
| Production | **NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan** |
Musical Highlights: Theme Songs Revealed!
Prepare your ears for some fantastic tunes that will open and close each episode! The virtual talent Hoshimachi Suisei, known for her captivating performances, including the ending theme for **Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX**, will be performing the opening theme titled “Tsuki ni Mukatte Ute.” For the ending theme, we have the talented singer-songwriter Soala, who will deliver “Koe no Kiseki.” Both of these theme songs were excitingly previewed in the newly released second promotional video, giving us a taste of the auditory experience awaiting us.
Meet the Voices: Main Cast Members
The romantic comedy wouldn’t be complete without its charming characters, brought to life by a stellar voice cast. Yasuda Rikuya takes on the role of the protagonist, Arisu Yamabuki, ready to lead us through the highs and lows of the showbiz world. Joining the cast is the incredibly popular and beloved Hanazawa Kana as Lemon Andou, a role that fans are undoubtedly eager to hear her portray.
Key Voice Actors
| Character | Voice Actor (Main Works) |
| Arisu Yamabuki | Yasuda Rikuya (Beelzebub-jou no Okinimesu mama.) |
| Lemon Andou | Hanazawa Kana (Gachiakuta) |
The Manga’s Journey: From Print to Screen
The anime is based on the romantic comedy manga by Igarashi Masakuni, who began serializing the series in **Weekly Shounen Magazine** in September 2023. This heartwarming story comes approximately three and a half years after the conclusion of his previous hit, **Senryuu Shoujo**. The manga has been well-received, with Kodansha having released its tenth volume on September 17, and the eleventh volume planned for sale on December 17.
For international fans, Kodansha USA acquired the English licensing rights for the manga in July 2024. They have already released the third volume on September 2, with the fourth volume anticipated for a November 4 release. Additionally, Kodansha USA is simulpublishing the manga, making it accessible to readers through its K Manga app and website.
