The manga Soara and the Monster’s House (ソアラと魔物の家) is getting a TV anime adaptation, set to air in 2027. Alongside the announcement, an ultra teaser visual and an ultra teaser PV have been released. The voice cast includes Ikumi Hasegawa as Soara and Ayumu Murase as Kiriku. Original creator Hidenori Yamaji also contributed a commemorative illustration for the anime adaptation.
About the Original Manga
Soara and the Monster’s House is an otherworldly architectural adventure tale by Hidenori Yamaji, serialized in Shogakukan’s Sunday Webry. The story follows Soara, a girl raised solely to fight monsters, who loses her purpose when war suddenly ends. Wandering in despair, she meets Kiriku, a dwarf who calls himself a “demon world architect,” and his companions who build houses for monsters. This encounter gradually changes Soara’s fate. Six volumes of the manga are currently on sale, with the seventh volume set for release on August 10.
Staff and Production
The anime is directed by Takaharu Ozaki, with animation production by FelixFilm. Series composition is by Ayumu Hisao, character design by Tomoko Iwasa, and music by Hinako Tsubakiyama.
Teaser PV and Voice Samples
The ultra teaser PV offers a first look at the anime footage, showing the lonely Soara wandering as she searches for meaning. The video also features the character voices of Soara (Ikumi Hasegawa) and Kiriku (Ayumu Murase).
Comments from the Creator, Cast, and Staff
Original Creator: Hidenori Yamaji
“I am truly grateful to all the readers who have supported the work. Watching the professionals from various fields work together, I felt it resembled Soara, Kiriku, and the others joining forces to build a single house. I am convinced this will become a wonderful ‘house (anime).’ I look forward to the broadcast next year.”
Soara: Ikumi Hasegawa
“When I first read the original, I was captivated by the heartwarming story and the detailed world. Seeing the houses Kiriku and the others build made me excited like a child reading a picture book. I am truly happy to live in this world as Soara. I treasure the emotional movements she feels while spending time with Kiriku and the others.”
Kiriku: Ayumu Murase
“I was drawn to the originality of the content, Yamaji-sensei’s overwhelming drawing ability, the uniqueness of the monsters, and above all, Kiriku’s way of life and charisma. I am enjoying the recording sessions with the unique guest cast each episode. I hope both readers and newcomers look forward to the broadcast.”
Director: Takaharu Ozaki
“When I opened the comic, I was immediately drawn into the world, characters, and story. House-building connects people, the world, and even time. This work has a mysterious charm that is complex yet simple. I am sure it will leave viewers feeling warm. I look forward to journeying with Soara and Kiriku to find a safe home and a place for the heart.”
Series Composition: Ayumu Hisao
“Every panel and spread is packed with fun, excitement, and passion. The meeting and renovation journey of Soara and Kiriku is thrilling. I am very happy to be involved as staff in adapting this wonderful manga into an anime. I hope many people will watch this story, which is about having a comfortable home (a place to belong) rather than fighting and hurting each other.”
Character Design: Tomoko Iwasa
“When I first read volume 1, I was excited by the cover illustration. I want to carefully depict Soara’s changing emotions as she travels with Kiriku, and the comical, rich expressions of the charming monsters. I feel like I am building a warm house while traveling together. Please look forward to it.”
Music: Hinako Tsubakiyama
“I felt that Kiriku’s house-building is about giving shape to someone’s ‘I want to be here.’ I was drawn to the warmth of this work, which focuses on each client’s feelings and life. I created music that accompanies that gentle, powerful activity. I hope everyone enjoys the story and music of Soara and the Monster’s House.”
Commemorative Campaigns
To celebrate the TV anime adaptation, the official X (formerly Twitter) account is running a giveaway for three signed visual posters featuring Soara and Kiriku. Additionally, wood carving creator “Poppo no Kiboriya-san” will sequentially release behind-the-scenes footage of wood carving works inspired by the series.
TV Anime Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Broadcast | 2027 |
| Original Work | Hidenori Yamaji (serialized in Shogakukan’s Sunday Webry) |
| Director | Takaharu Ozaki |
| Series Composition | Ayumu Hisao |
| Character Design | Tomoko Iwasa |
| Music | Hinako Tsubakiyama |
| Animation Production | FelixFilm |
| Production | “Soara and the Monster’s House” Production Committee |
| Cast | Soara: Ikumi Hasegawa, Kiriku: Ayumu Murase |
(C) Hidenori Yamaji / Shogakukan / “Soara and the Monster’s House” Production Committee
