Anime Adaptation of Classic Shoujo Manga Reveals Key Supporting Cast
The excitement for the upcoming Hanazakari no Kimitachi e anime continues to grow! The official production team has just unveiled a fantastic group of voice actors who will be bringing the iconic supporting characters to life. Along with this exciting news, they released a brand new key visual to get fans even more hyped for the premiere.
Meet the New Voices Joining the Cast
This classic shoujo story, also known to some as Hana-Kimi: For You in Full Blossom, is adding some serious talent to its roster. The newly announced cast members are set to play some of the most memorable personalities from Osaka Academy.
| Character | Voice Actor | Notable Previous Role |
|---|---|---|
| Tennouji Megumi | Masaaki Mizunaka | Anne Shirley (Akage no Anne) |
| Kuujou Itsuki | Jun’ya Enoki | Mitsumi Iwakura (Skip to Loafer) |
| Himejima Masao | Takehito Koyasu | Gunther (Honzuki no Gekokujou) |
The Creative Team Behind the Scenes
A solid staff is steering this beloved manga’s journey to the screen. The team combines experienced veterans with fresh perspectives to capture the spirit of the original work.
| Role | Staff Member | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| Director | Natsuki Takemura | Go! Go! Vehicle Zoo |
| Series Composition | Takao Yoshioka | Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso |
| Character Design | Shiyi Su | Dragon, Ie wo Kau. |
| Music Composition | Masaru Yokoyama | Fruits Basket (2019) |
The anime is being produced by the studio Signal.MD.
Mark Your Calendars for the Premiere!
The series made its highly-anticipated debut on January 4th. You can catch it on a network of channels including Tokyo MX, BS11, MBS, and RKB Mainichi Broadcasting, airing at 9:30 p.m. JST.
A Look Back at the Beloved Manga
The source material for this anime is nothing short of legendary. Hisaya Nakajou‘s manga was a cornerstone of Hana to Yume magazine, serialized from August 1996 to August 2004. Hakusensha compiled the epic story into 23 tankoubon volumes, with the final one hitting shelves in November 2004.
Its popularity spread worldwide, with VIZ Media securing the English license and publishing all 23 volumes between 2004 and 2008, introducing the cross-dressing rom-com to a whole new generation of fans.
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