Light Novel "Boku-tachi no Remake about redoing your youth " by Kio Nachi X Eretto get an anime adaptation

"Peach Boy Riverside" by Cool-kyou Shinja and Yohane, the authors of "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid", will be adopted in the TV anime. A teaser visual, teaser promotion movie, and cast information have been released. This anime is scheduled for Jul. 2021. "Peach Boy Riverside" is based on the manga by COOL Kyoushinja and Yohane, which is currently serialized in "Shonen Magazine R" and "Magapoke". A commemoration illustration from COOL Kyoushinja has arrived this time. The story is the squeal to the well-known folk-tail...Momotarou decides to go abroad after learning that there are demons also exist outside Japan. It is good to defeat them, it's great to save someone, but it's wrong to "have fun". What if a peach arrived in Japan was not only one? What if the peaches arrived in Japan was just a story among the many? The manga shows another story of "peach" from the well-known folktale. A teaser visual depicts Sally and Mikoto, who have the power of "peach", weirdly smiling, and the teaser promotion visual revealed the animation cuts of the two characters. The main characters will be played by Shiraishi Haruka and Touyama Nao. Shiraishi will play Sally, who received the power of a peach from an incident, while Touyama will play Mikoto, a boy who is known as "the monster hunter" with his peach power. Their comments regarding their roles have arrived. "Peach Boy Riverside" will be broadcast from Jul. 2021. Shiraishi Haruka, playing Sally Sally is an energetic character who dropped her status as a princess in order to learn about the outside world. I like how she shows her strong integrity through no tolerance toward any form of discrimination. I will do my best to play Sally, the character with a strong will and charm! Please look forward to it! Touyama Nao, playing Mikoto Mikoto is a character with high combat skills while holding a strong belief in himself. He has no mercy toward his enemy, and his calmness is as of an org. There is a craziness of him when he is fighting. He behaves as he has a leeway, but maybe he doesn't. By the way, he is not a girl, he is a boy! A comment from the author COOL Kyoushinja "Peach Boy Riverside" will be adopted in the TV anime! This work used to be a hobby, which I had fun with my friends, but this became so popular to become the TV anime by being edited by Yohane as a product. I look forward seeing my nicely-designed characters moving. Please look forward to the anime adoption! I will do my best to support the anime becoming well-known! (C) COOL Kyoushinja and Yohane/Kodansha/"Peach Boy Riverside" Production Committee

Tsugaru-jamisen × youth story "Mashiro no Oto" will become a TV anime. It will be broadcast from Apr., 2021. Along with the announcement, the teaser visual and PV have been released. In addition, it has been decided thatShimazaki Nobunaga will play the role of the protagonist Sawamura Setsu. Shimazaki and the author Ragawa Marimo have left some comments below. "Mashiro no Oto" is based on the comic by Ragawa Marimo, which has been serialized on "Monthly Shonen Magazine" (Kodansha). The protagonist Sawamura Setsu has been unable to play the Tsugaru-jamisen since the death of Sawamura Matsugorou, who is his grandfather and a legendary Tsugaru-jamisen player. He has lost his "favorite sound" and come to Tokyo without any definite aim. However, a woman that works at a hostess club , Tachiki Yuna, saved him, and she led him to play the Tsugaru-jamisen for an opening performance. Setsu gradually started to find his sound.... The main staff of the TV anime include Akagi Hiroaki as director, Kato Youichi as story-editor, Majima Jirou as character designer, Yoshida Brothers as Tsugaru-jamisen supervisors, and SHIN-EI ANIMATION as anime producer. The teaser visual features the protagonist Sawamura Setsu playing the Tsugaru-jamisen at a live house, which well represents this title. Furthermore, the teaser PV features Setsu playing in search of his sound after he left Aomori and came to Tokyo. Let's look forward to more details to be released on the official website. TV anime "Mashiro no Oto" will be broadcast from Apr., 2021. <Full comments are below> Shimazaki Nobunaga (as Sawamura Setsu) Q1. What is your impression of this work? The protagonist Sawamura Setsu growing up as an individual and a Tsugaru-jamisen player is really interesting. I was deeply moved as I personally sympathize with him as an actor. His enchanting Tsugaru-jamisen performance is also interesting. Q2. Could you tell us about your impression of the role you play and enthusiasm for it? In short, he is a genuine genius, who has been broght up in the countryside. Please look forward to how he will become after comming to Tokyo and meeting many people. The author Ragawa Marimo The scene of playing the Tsugaru-jamisen and its sound will be the hardest parts to make Mashiro no Oto into an anime. How are they going to be? I think it is a challenging anime. I'm really excited! (C)Ragawa Marimo・Kodansha/Mashiro no Oto Production Committee

"Yakunara Mug Cup Mo", the free comic based on "high school girls × pottery" from Tajimi City, Gifu, will get a TV anime adaption. The key visual has been released, and Tanaka Minami, Serizawa Yuu, Wakai Yuuki, and Honnizumi Rina have been announced as the main cast members. "Yakunara Mug Cup Mo" is set in Tajimi City in southeast Gifu Prefecture, known for its traditional craft "Minou ware". Four high school girls are fascinated by pottery and devote their youth to it. It is originally a free comic published by the local IT company Planet from 2012 as a part of the "Let's energize the city" project which was started in 2010 by volunteers and companies of Tajimi City. There are currently 32 volumes published, and the manga is supported by the locals along with the spin-off four-panel manga "Naoko no Kobachi". The key visual released along with the announcement of the TV anime adaption shows the four unique main characters happily taking a selfie. With an idyllic single-story house in the back, various shapes of pottery created by the girls are displayed on the table. The main cast members who will be voicing the four high school girls are Tanaka Minami, Serizawa Yuu, Wakai Yuuki, and Honnizumi Rina. Their roles are Tanaka as Toyokawa Himeno, the dependable 1st-year high school student who has the legendary potter as her mother, Serizawa as Kukumi Rika, the class clown that enlivens the pottery club with her out-of-the-box ideas, Wakai as Naruse Naoko, the girl with a unique personality who for some reason, spends a lot of time at the pottery club, and Honnizumi as Aoki Tooko, the pottery club president who devotes herself to pottery. We have received comments of joy and motivation from the cast members of the anime and a comment from the mayor of Tajimi City, who is delighted by the anime adaption. The TV anime "Yakunara Mug Cup mo", presented by Tajimi City, one of the hottest towns in Japan, depicts the fun, cheerful days of pottery of high school girls. It is said that there will be live-action scenes in the show, so don't forget to check out the latest information as it becomes available. <Full comments are as below> 【Tanaka Minami】 When I heard the title, I wondered what the work was about, haha. I practiced pottery once at a pottery class my father attends. The teacher was so skilled! No wonder, right? haha. I want to try my best! My character Himeno is a calm girl, but I want to show how she grows through pottery along with her friends. I'm hoping the four of us will have a good time performing together and wish to feel the beauty of Tajimi City, the town where the story takes place. Please look forward to the show! 【Serizawa Yuu】 I had the impression that pottery was a cultured hobby, but in the manga, its depicted pop and cute. I'm looking forward to seeing the cuteness expressed as an anime. My pottery experience is making a cup for my father a few years ago, and I thought the shape resembles the person who created it, haha. I also thought the coloring after being fired was interesting. Mika is the cheerful character that sets the pace of the story, so I'm already excited about portraying her! The four girls have a good vibe, and I wish to express it through my performance, so please look forward to it. Also, I want to visit Tajimi! 【Wakai Yuuki】 I enjoyed the youthful student life in the original manga. I'm from Gifu, so the feeling of the slow flow of time was nostalgic for me, haha. I don't have any pottery experience, but it's definitely on my to-do list. I'd love to spin the potter's wheel! And of course, I'm making a mug cup, haha. Naoko-chan's charm is her unreadable thoughts even in the original manga. I'm excited to see how she grows through the story! The four of us are close in age, and I'm sure it'll be a fun recording, so please look forward to the broadcast! 【Honnizumi Rina】 I'm looking forward to learning about clay and the history of pottery through this title. Also, the food looks delicious. Like the eels! I've done pottery before, but the plate I made was a bit disfigured, so I'd like to give it another try. My character Tooko is the dependable, cool girl of the four, but has an unstoppable passion for pottery. I want to portray Tooko's stoic side and express the characteristics of Tajimi, the town where the story takes place. I've heard that Tajjimi is full of delicious food, haha. I hope everyone can enjoy the local vibe of the town! 【Tajimi City Mayor Furukawa Masanori】 In this memorable 80th anniversary year, the anime adaption of "Yakunara Mug Cup Mo" has been decided. 10 years ago, the publishing of the free comic "Yakunara Mug Cup Mo" started as part of the "Let's energize the city" project by citizen volunteers. This free comic featuring high school girls who belong to the pottery club introduces the appeal of the local industry Mino ware to the younger generation. And I believe that the anime adaption is a great way to get more people of a wider range of generations to know Mino ware. This land, where the pottery industry and culture live on, is about to be reborn as the leading pottery-producing center "Ceramic Valley". Motivated by the anime adaption of "Yakunara Mug Cup Mo", the local government set up a council, and the town will do its best to support the project. We hope that many people will watch the anime, get interested in Tajimi, and visit us. We will sincerely welcome them with hospitality. (C)Planet, Nippon Animation / Yakunara Mug Cup Mo Production Committee

The popular children's book "Fushigi Dagashiya Zenitendou" with over 1.4 million copies receives a TV anime adaption. Broadcast will start from Sep. 8 on NHK E Tele. "Fushigi Dagashiya Zenitendou" is a children's book written by Hiroshima Reiko and illustrated by jyajya. It currently has 13 volumes published. "Zenitendou" is a mysterious Dagashiya (candy shop), which only the lucky ones can visit. The shop keeper Benko always finds the perfect candy for the customers. But what happens when you eat it or use it in the wrong way...? It could bring you happiness or cause you misery. It's all up to you... The series ranked 4th place in "2nd 'Children's Books' Poll Chosen by Elementary School Students". It's the only reading material for children in the top 5, which is dominated by encyclopedias and picture books. Tomioka Satoshi will be directing the animation with Toei Animation and Kanaban Graphics working on the production. The anime "Fushigi Dagashiya Zenitendou" will be aired on NHK E Tele from Sep. 8. (C)Hiroshima Reiko, jyajya / Kaiseisha / Zenitendou Production Committee

From the novel, "4.5 Tatami Mythological Chronicles", adapted into an animation by Director Yuasa Masaaki, comes its sequel after 16 years, "Tatami Time Machine Blues". The work is scheduled to be sold from 29 Jul. 2020 onward. The work was born from a devilish combination (?) of "4.5 Tatami Mythological Chronicles" and the setting of the live-action adaptation of "Summer Time Machine Blues". "4.5 Tatami Mythological Chronicles" follows a strange youth story of its main character, a sullen third-year university student, "Me" and his goal at achieving a rose-colored campus life in four parallel universes. This novel is one of Morimi Tomihiko's breakthrough works and its TV anime adaptation aired on Fuji Television's "Noitama" in 2010. The sequel "Tatami Time Machine Blues" was born out of an unusual collaboration between Morimi's sworn friend, playwright Makoto Ueda's revealed stage setting, "Summer Time Machine Blues" {European troupe). The story begins on one hot summer's day, when"Me"'s bad friend, Ozu, destroys a certain aircon remote controller from the student dormitories by soaking it in water. The cool beauty, Akashi-san, who briefly wonders how she is going to spend her summer agrees to come up with a plan when a dim-witted looking male student who claims to have traveled from 25 years in the future by a time machine appears. "Me", who thinks about returning to the past in the order to retrieve the remote before it was destroyed is, however..... The cover illustration is done by the illustrator Nakamura Yusuke, who done illustrations for the previous work. The familiar characters are drawn in a lively fashion, with Akashi-san and a camera in her hand and a clock as the centerpiece. "Tatami Time Machine Blues" will go on sale from 29 Jul. onward. It is priced at 1,500JPY (tax excluded). Additionally, the first chapter consisting of 44 pages is currently available to read on literary web magazine "Kadobun". <Below are the full comments> Message from the author To the readers, I am glad to announce my new novel "Tatami Time Machine Blues". It started from a simple thought, "what if I were to combine the two? (Morimi Tomihiko's novel "4.5 Tatami Mythological Chronicles" and the European troupe's stage setting "Summer Time Machine Blues") The story is set in the 4.5 tatami apartment "Shimogamo Yuusuisou" on a midsummer's day, with characters from the "4.5 Tatami Mythological Chronicles". They try to make use of a time machine that suddenly appeared but however...... "4.5 Tatami Mythological Chronicles" is actually getting its sequel(?) after sixteen years. In these trying times where Corona's evil air is lingering around, I hope that this light-hearted, cheerful novel will be a breath of fresh air to stifling quarantine life. Morimi Tomihiko

Anime!Anime! has conducted the same survey as we did in the last half of 2019 asking, "Which light novel/novel do you want to see an anime adaption of?". Here are the results.

A collaboration between 8 manga artists such as "BEASTARS"'s Itagaki Paru, "Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!"'s Oowara Sumito, "Phantom Thief Jeanne"'s Tanemura Arina and selected literary works has been announced. Each manga artist will be in charge of the cover illustration of a literary work in the summer children's literature fair titled: "The Undiscovered Appeal of Literature". The pairings of "The Undiscovered Appeal of Literature" are as follows: "Solanin"'s Asano Inio paired with "Botchan" (Natsume Souseki), "Land of the Lustrous"'s Ichikawa Haruko with "Night on the Galactic Railroad" (Miyazawa Kenji), "Big Dog"'s Sukerakko with "The Restaurant of Many Orders" (Miyazawa Kenji), "BEASTARS"'s Itagaki Paru with "The Story of Doctor Dolittle"(Lofting), "Magic Circle Guru Guru"'s Etou Hiroyuki with "The Wizard of Oz"(Baum), "Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!"'s Oowara Sumito with "Two Years' Vacation"(Verne), "Otome Youkai Zakuro"'s Hoshino Lily with "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde"(Stevenson) and "Phantom Thief Jeanne"'s Tanemura Arina with "St. Clare's"(Blyton). Each artist is in charge of the cover illustration for their chosen book. "The Undiscovered Appeal of Literature" fair is scheduled to be held in nationwide bookstores from mid-Jun. 2020. In addition, original tote bags named "Famous everywhere tote bags" with illustrations printed on them will be given away as lucky draw presents. Further details can be found in the books' limited edition cover or Poplar Publishing Co.'s special page (live on 15 June). <Here are comments from the artists> Asano Inio (In charge of: "Botchan" (Natsume Souseki)) "Botchan" is a book that is honest and straightforward from start to the end. It starts off with strange occurrences happening consecutively in the main character's newly appointed middle school. His seemingly reckless sense of justice causes ripples of unrest amidst the other adults. With the goodness of the main character's "Edokko" (a person born and raised in Tokyo) disposition and the overflowing humanity displayed by the adults that talk like "bloody fools", the work is both a bitter criticism of, as well as a love letter towards humanity. It is a feel-good novel that makes the reader think about the vast skies of Matsuyama. Itagaki Paru (In charge of: "The Story of Doctor Dolittle"(Lofting)) If you don't have your heart in it, you can't have a fun conversation. I think it's precisely because Dr. Dolittle has so much love, which is why he was able to acquire the language of animals. Ichikawa Haruko (In charge of: "Night on the Galactic Railroad" (Miyazawa Kenji) As Miyazawa Kenji is always creating stories that link our world to a faraway, different one. I recommend reading this novel whichever way readers like as there are elements that they might understand and some that won't make much sense. In "Night on the Galactic Railroad", there's fear, loneliness, beautiful things with slightly disgusting elements in their cores, many incomprehensible moments all mixed in - but it is what it is. After becoming an adult, re-reading this has surprised me as it all started making sense when it didn't before. This is one of the amazing points of Miyazawa Kenji's work - the ability to deliver long-lasting joy. Eto Hiroyuki (In charge of: "The Wizard of Oz"(Baum)) Is the world made out of strength and rightfulness? - this was a question I've always had since high school and the novel that answered that was a fantasy children's literature novel. A girl whose house was destroyed by a tornado teams up with a group of odd characters and a witch to stand up against the "Wizard of Oz" might be an old fantastical classic penned 120 years ago but, it tells us that "it's okay to be weird, to be with the misfits and most importantly, to laugh". I think that this is the way to live. Bring weirdness and laughter into your life too! Oowara Sumito (In charge of: "Two Years' Vacation"(Verne)) This is a novel packed with adolescent adventures by Jules Verne, also known as the "Father of SF"! Verne's deep knowledge of nature and science comes to play in this novel and shows itself in the climates and creatures that the boys come face to face with. The boys are able to overcome these obstacles through their knowledge of science and nature. If you were a part of their crew, how would you face these obstacles? Sukerakko (In charge of: "The Restaurant of Many Orders" (Miyazawa Kenji)) "The Restaurant of Many Orders" has been a personal favorite of mine since before. Don't you get excited just hearing the title? It conjures up thoughts like: "What kind of food will they come up with?" or "I want to go!". However, this restaurant has many orders beyond the norm. In Miyazawa Kenji's story, there are mentions of squirrels and forests as well as a bustling march of telephone poles. There are equally important relationships between humans, animals and nature depicted as well. I want everyone to experience the world within the story. Tanemura Arina (In charge of: "St. Clare's"(Blyton)) A midnight party is such an enchanting event. Cute cakes and sweets, pajamas and gowns, friends that you can have fun with - all of these are a secret from the grown ups. Mix a playful heart with a big experience and it is sure to become an everlasting memory. Come and spend a wonderful time with the curious set of twins enrolled in St. Clare's. Hoshino Lily (In charge of: "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde"(Stevenson)) This is a very famous classic horror and mystery novel. I'm sure those of you who have not read this work are familiar with the title. The theme of the novel focuses on the conflict between the good and bad of human nature, as well as the desire to remain as an ideal version of yourself. It is a timeless piece of work that is highly enjoyable.

From the light novel "KA Esuma Bunko" that is published by Kyoto Animation, the release date of "Sakura no Furu Machi", a title that won a special award from the "10th Kyoto Animation Award" has been decided for May 22, 2020. For the illustration of the book, FLY, who is well-known for designing the characters of the TV anime "Iroduku: The World in Colors" and illustrations of the light novel "Bottom-tier Character Tomozaki", will be in charge. "Sakura no Furu Machi" is the newest title of "KA Esuma Bunko" that is presented by Ogawa Haruo (Story) and FLY (Illustration). This title has won KA Esuma Bunko Special Award at the 10th "Kyoto Animation Award" well-known for titles such as: "Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions" (Honor Award), "Beyond the Boundary" (Honor Award), "High Speed!" (Honor Award), "Myriad Colors Phantom World" (Honor Award), and "Violet Evergarden" (Major Award). The key to this story is, "Amazakura", a mysterious phenomenon of floral leaves falling down like a rain. Tsubasa, who does not show the values by putting spaces with surrounding people, Hiyori, who cannot go progress being caught by past, and Ruka, who has moved into the school of Tsubasa and Hiyori for a certain purpose... This title depicts the faith of girls who carry "secret", surrounding the "Amazakura" that occurred suddenly. "Sakura no Furu Machi" will be on sale from May 22. It is priced at 648 JPY (Tax Excl.). (C) Ogawa Haruo / Kyoto Animation