The PV for “SEASON SUMMER”, which will start on May 18, has arrived from TV anime “A3!”, which has currently been broadcasting.
The original “A3!” was released in Jan. 2017 and is a handsome actor training game, which currently has over 6.5 million downloads.
The TV anime version started broadcasting from Apr. 2020, and finally, “SEASON SUMMER”, where 5 members in the Summer Troupe are the main characters, will start from the episode broadcasting on May 18.
The PV released this time was made joyous with the Summer Troupe Unit theme song “Oresama ☆ Natsu Summer”. It has a different taste from the Spring Troupe, so check it out.
The TV anime “A3!” has currently been broadcasting. “SEASON AUTUMN & WINTER” will be also broadcasting from October.
A new station member, Kachidoki Hirona, which is an anthropomorphic version of Kachidoki Station, has appeared in the "Miracle Train" web content that anthropomorphizes train stations into beautiful boys.
Kakihara Tetsuya, a voice actor known for "A3!", "My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!", and other works, is voicing the character.
"Miracle ☆ Train" is a web-content from the official website that provides a 4-frame comics about "Station Men," anthropomorphic stations, novels, and escort voices, which you can enjoy being in the date mood by listening to the guide of the station and town.
"Kachidoki Hirona", who is voiced by Kakihara, is a romantic station member with a cheerful personality that loves the sea and is also interested in myths and constellations. Along with the high-rise condominiums and commercial facilities developing, the number of passengers getting on and off at the station has increased, and it is the fourth most popular character on the Oedo Line after Roppongi.
Escort Voice, which is currently being distributed, will guide you around the station, centering around Kachidoki Station and the symbol of the city, Kachidukibashi. Also, the escort voice CD, which includes voice records undelivered on the web, is scheduled to be released in June.
（C）Miracle Train Project
Here at Anime!Anime!, to celebrate Asanuma Shintarou's birthday, we conducted a readers' survey asking, "who is the most favorite character played by him?" following the survey conducted last year. We will announce the results.
‘MANKAI STAGE "A3!"’, a stage adaptation of the handsome actor training game "A3!", will be adapted into two consecutive live-action films. "~SPRING & SUMMER~" will be released in December 2021, and "~AUTUMN & WINTER~" will be released in 2022.
This film is an adaptation of a stage production based on the handsome actor training game "A3!", which has been downloaded over 7 million times. The story is about a ragtag theater company that has lost its former glory, and how they train actors in order to rebuild it by holding successfully stage performances.
The cast of the film adaptation continues to consist of actors from "MANKAI STAGE 'A3!'", and we have received comments from Yokota Ryugi, Jinnai Shou, Mizue Kenta, and Aramaki Yoshihiko, who are the leaders of the "Spring Group", "Summer Group", "Autumn Group", and "Winter Group".
In addition to the announcement of the live-action film adaptation, a teaser video was also released.
‘MANKAI MOVIE "A3!" ~SPRING & SUMMER~’ will be released in December 2021, and ‘MANKAI MOVIE "A3!" ~AUTUMN & WINTER~’ will be released in 2022.
Yokota Ryugi as Sakuma Sakuya, leader of Spring Group
There is going to be a movie version of ‘MANKAI STAGE "A3!”’ so I'm so happy! I couldn't believe it when I first heard it was going to be made into a movie. I'm so excited to think that this work, which I've created with everyone and with the Director, is going to be shown in a new way on the big screen of a movie theater. It's a different kind of play from the stage! I'm not sure if I'll be able to do it well, but with everyone, I'm sure it will go well! I'd be happy if you could support us! The show never ends, no matter what happens. The show must go on, and we'll continue the play together in the movie! I'm looking forward to working with the Director again!
Jinnai Shou as Tenma Sumeragi, leader of the Summer Group
I'm Jinnai Shou, one of the people who was surprised by the film adaptation of the MANKAI STAGE "A3!
When I was asked to play the role of Tenma Sumeragi, the leader of the Summer Group, in the stage adaptation of the incredibly popular game app, I remember being so happy that I was almost overwhelmed by the pressure that exceeded my happiness.
However, as if to push away my anxiety, the director pushed me forward and continued to support me, and thanks to him, I have been living every day to deliver the best play with all my strength in the Summer Group's solo performance, the Autumn Group's solo performance, and the live performance. Of course, I watched from the same seats as the director as the baton was passed to the performances that I did not perform in, with a burning desire in my eyes.
I'm happy to be able to announce the film adaptation at this time, and to be involved in the work as Tenma.
I'm excited to be able to express myself in this film in a way that only Tenma, who has stepped into the field of film, can!
Kenta Mizue as Banri Settsu, leader of the Autumn Group
I was really surprised when I first found out that the story of “A3!” was going to be made into a movie!
I wondered how it would be filmed and what kind of form it would take.
I've always been excited about this, especially since it will be my first time in a movie!
I hope I can deliver the charm of "A3!", the Autumn Group, and Banri in a new way.
Please come and see it!
Aramaki Yoshihiko: Tsumugi Tsukioka, leader of Winter Group
This is a movie of MANKAI STAGE "A3!
I will be able to perform the flagship performance of each season again.
I want to film holding the nostalgic memories and fresh feelings, and deliver many thoughts to the people who will watch the film.
As the leader of the Winter Group, I feel a lot of pressure to close the flag-raising performance, but I hope I can make it bloom in full bloom as the Winter Group.
Please look forward to it.
(C) 2021 MANKAI MOVIE "A3!" Production Committee (C) 2022 MANKAI MOVIE "A3!" Production Committee
The PV of SEASON WINTER from the TV anime "A3!", currently being broadcast from October, has been revealed. SEASON WINTER will start from November 23.
"A3!" is based on the same name handsome actors training game that has exceed 6.5 million downloads. It depicts the achievements of the protagonist, Tachibana Izumi, who takes on the roles of the “General Director” and Chairman to rebuild the small troupe “MANKAI Company” along with the troupe members.
The PV depicts the 5 members of the winter troupe with their unit theme song "to bloom...". The character setting of the 5 members are also revealed.
TV anime "A3!" is currently being broadcast. SEASON WINTER, which depicts the story of the winter troupe, will start from November 23.
（C）A3! ANIMATION PROJECT
A PV of SEASON AUTUMN from the TV Anime "'A3!' SEASON AUTUMN & WINTER" (broadcasting from Oct. 12) has been revealed. As well as that, the character settings of Autumn Troupe was revealed.
In the revealed PV, the appearance of Autumn Troupe including Banri (CV: Sawashiro Chiharu) and Juza (CV: Takeuchi Shunsuke) has appeared together with the Autumn Troupe's unit theme song "oneXone". Also, the character settings were revealed with the PV.
TV Anime "'A3!' SEASON AUTUMN & WINTER" will start broadcasting from Oct. 12 on TOKYO MX, SUN-TV, KBS KYOTO, BS11, and others.
（C）A3! ANIMATION PROJECT
Collaboration between "A3!" and the jewelry brand "Take-Up" has been decided. Necklaces, piercings, and earrings that are inspired by the members of the Autumn and Winter groups have been revealed.
The limited sale will be started on Sep. 11 at the "TAKE-UP Official Online Shop" and others.
The necklace has a circle with the engraved "MANKAI COMPANY" and a cosmos motif inspired by the Bunri and Juza, and the daffodil motif, which is the images of a Tsumugi and Tasuku, members of the Autumn and Winter troupes, respectively. Each design is united with each team.
Earrings and piercings are decorated with the flower logos of each troupe silhouette. Cosmos flowers shine on one side in the Autumn group, and daffodil flowers shine on the other side in the Winter group earrings and piercings. The asymmetrical design is an accent that enhances the trend.
Each necklace, earrings, and piercings contain Swarovski crystal embedded in the center of the flower, and are available in the image colors of each troupe member.
Moreover, the Autumn troupe, which is good at hardcore action plays, decorated with a chic black coating, and the Winter group, which is good at dramatic and serious performances, decorated with transparent silver coating, which adds individuality.
Each product will be delivered in a special box.
The Autumn group image jewelry will be welcomed by Banri, Juza, Taichi, Omi, Sakyo, and Azami, and the Winter group image jewelry will be welcomed by members of the theater company Tsumugi, Tasuku, Hisaka, Homare, Azuma, and Guy.
"A3!" And "Take-Up" collaboration jewelry is priced at 18,000 JPY (tax excluded) for necklaces and earrings, and 20,000 JPY (tax excluded) for pears. Sales will start from Sep. 11 at "TAKE-UP Official Online Shop" and others.
(C)Liber Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.
From "ABEMA", top five new anime of "the final ranking", which has been streamed on Apr. 2020, has been announced. "Kaguya-sama: Love is War Season 2 " has won 1st on both total views and comments. It has achieved the double crown.
This "final ranking" was made by originally collecting the total views of the first broadcast of 1st to 12th episode and missed views on "ABEMA Video" of the anime, which has been streamed from Apr. 2020, and number of comments on the first broadcast of 1st to 12th episode.
※The result of some anime, which has total 13 episodes was converted to 12 episodes using the average.
1st of the total views comes "Kaguya-sama: Love is War Season 2", which is the second season of the TV anime. It has won 1st place on both "Initial velocity ranking" and "Intermediate ranking", which shows its high popularity.
2nd comes "The 8th son? Are you kidding me?", which describes the reincarnation in a different world.
3rd comes "Princess Connect！Re:Dive", which is based on the social game.
Furthermore, 4th comes "My Next Life As a Villainess: All Route Lead to Doom!" and 5th comes "Gleipnir".
While for the total comments, 1st comes "Kaguya-sama: Love is War Season 2" and achieve double crown in the "final ranking".
2nd comes "Princess Connect！Re:Dive", 3rd comes "My Next Life As a Villainess: All Route Lead to Doom!", followed by "Gleipnir" in 4th and "The 8th son? Are you kidding me?" in 5th.
"ABEMA" is currently streaming the top five of "final ranking". If you haven't watched yet, check out the hit works.
"ABEMA" Spring 2020 Anime Final Ranking
・Total views
1st "Kaguya-sama: Love is War Season 2"
2nd "The 8th son? Are you kidding me?"
3rd "Princess Connect！Re:Dive"
4th "My Next Life As a Villainess: All Route Lead to Doom!"
5th "Gleipnir"
・Number of Comments
1st "Kaguya-sama: Love is War Season 2"
2nd "Princess Connect！Re:Dive"
3rd "My Next Life As a Villainess: All Route Lead to Doom!"
4th "Gleipnir"
5th "The 8th son? Are you kidding me?"
"Kaguya-sama: Love is War Season 2"/(C)Akasaka Aka／SHUEISHA・Kaguya-sama Production Committee
"Princess Connect！Re:Dive"／(C) Anime "Princess Connect！Re:Dive" Production Committee
"The 8th son? Are you kidding me?"/(C)Y.A/MF Books/"The 8th son? Are you kidding me?" Production Committee
"My Next Life As a Villainess: All Route Lead to Doom!"/(C)Yamaguchi Satoru・Ichijinsha/Hamehura Production Committee
"Gleipnir"/(C)Takeda Sun・Kodansha/Gleipnir Production Committee
After welcoming the last episode of the TV anime "Kakushigoto", the manga has also welcomed the last chapter on "Monthly Shounen Magazine Aug. Issue" that is currently on sale. The last volume, volume 12 of the original manga will be on sale from Jul. 17, 2020.
"Kakushigoto" is a manga by Kumeta Kouji and is serialized on "Monthly Shounen Magazine". It a story about "A manga artist father X daughter" that is filled with love, and laughter and is slightly emotional. The finale and the last volume of the story, volume 12, where the TV anime had ended earlier, will be on sale on Jul. 17.
The WEB radio "Kakushigo Talk" vol. 2 YouTube ver. is currently available. The vol. 2 is handled by Kamiya Hiroshi (as Gotou Kakushi) and Takahashi Rie (as Gotou Hime) as a guest.
The special compilation version, SpecialCD, which includes the unrevealed part of "Kakushigo Talk" vol. 1 and vol. 2, will be included in "Kakushigoto Blu-ray & DVD Vol. 3" that will be on sale on Aug. 28.
The last chapter of "Kakushigoto" can be seen at "Monthly Shounen Magazine" that is currently on sale. The last volume, volume 12 will be on sale from Jul. 17.
（C）Kumeda Kouji・Kodansha／Kakushigoto Production Committee
We are now in late June. Many of the new spring 2020 TV anime titles have reached their last episode.
Due to the spread of the new coronavirus, many spring anime have been postponed. Which are the most popular titles among the fans?
Here at Anime! Anime! we conducted a reader survey asking, "Which is the best anime in spring 2020 (April)?". During the survey period between Jun. 18 to Jun. 25, a total of 175 responses were received. The gender ratio featured almost the same number of votes with 48% male and 52% female. The age group was about 38% for those under the age of 19, and about 30% for those in their 20s, mainly focusing on youngsters.
■From the bond between father and daughter to the love story of geniuses, to the mysterious curse... Noteworthy works appear in the ranking!
The 1st place goes to "Kakushigoto" with an approval rating of about 18%.
Some comments have been received such as, "The original story has been adapted from manga to anime faithfully. The ending was also wonderful", and "The entire series was like a painting, a really beautiful work of art". Fans also praised the last episode, "It made me laugh every time, and I cried so hard in the last episode that I got my clothes wet!", and "I cried at the last episode".
The 2nd place goes to "Kaguya-sama: Love is War" with an approval rating of about 16%.
Many fans appreciated how the series entertained them since the first season, which was broadcast in 2019; "It was very interesting since the first season", and "I felt that the cast and staff members gave it their all. The gag episodes, in particular, were filled with a lot of parodies, and also the changes in the relationship between Kaguya and the president were always exciting and fun!".
We also received comments about the new characters of the last season, "With the new characters such as Miko-chan, the work has become even more interesting".
The second season of "Fruits Basket" ranked in 2nd place with the same percentage of votes (16%).
It has been over 15 years since the conclusion of the original work, and the series is still loved. Comments have been received; "The first manga I bought with my pocket money was 'Fruits Basket'. After 10 years since its conclusion, I was looking forward to seeing the full version of the anime", and "There are a lot of fascinating characters which feature both warm and dark sides. I can't wait to see the rest of the story since it is also called 'Bible'".
In addition, the ranking based only on the male votes sees "Kaguya-sama: Love is War" in 1st place, "My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!" in 2nd place, and "Kakushigoto" in 3rd place. The female side sees "Kakushigoto" in 1st place, "Fruits Basket" second season in 2nd place, and "My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!" in 3rd place.
Regarding "My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!", many comments praised the cuteness of the main character Catarina; "I fell in love with her cuteness and kind personality", and "She is so adorable! It was very fun to see, and I was also touched by some scenes".
■Let's introduce other comments!
"Argonavis from BanG Dream!", "The female characters are very famous in the series, but also the boys' ver. is very interesting to watch".
"Ascendance of a Bookworm", "Both the original manga and the anime are very interesting" and "I can well understand the feelings of the protagonist. The depiction of the characters is also very well done".
"Wave, Listen to Me!", "The speed of Minare's talking was great" and "Too much fun in every episode".
Although the spring anime have had a rough start, the ranking includes the most anticipated new works and notable sequels.
■Top 20
"Which is the best anime in spring 2020 (April)?"
1. "Kakushigoto"
2. "Kaguya-sama: Love is War"
2. "Fruits Basket" 2nd season
4. "My Next Life as a Villainess: All Routes Lead to Doom!"
5. "Argonavis from BanG Dream!"
5. "Ascendance of a Bookworm" (Part 2)
7. "Sing "Yesterday" for Me"
7. "Tower of God"
9. "Wave, Listen to Me!"
10. "Tamayomi"
11. "Woodpecker Detective's Office"
11. "Tomica Kizuna Gattai Earth Granner"
13. "Legend of the Galactic Heroes: The New Thesis (NHK ver.)"
13. "Gleipnir"
13. "Shadowverse"
13. "Shin Sakura Wars: The Animation"
13. "The 8th Son? Are You Kidding Me?"
13. "Princess Connect! Re:Dive"
13. "Blade of the Immortal"
20. "ULTRAMAN (terrestrial broadcast)"
20. "Shachibato! President, It's Time for Battle!"
20. "Dropkick on My Devil!"
20. "BNA"
20. "Poccolies"
20. "Mewkledreamy"
(Response period: Jun. 18 - Jun. 25, 2020)
To commemorate the last episode of the last episode of the TV Anime "Kaguya-sama: Love is War Season 2", the "Kaguya Day", which will span for 14.5 hours, featuring a re-wind on the past episodes and an original program will be held on Jun. 27 in ABEMA.
"Kaguya Day" will have a broadcast of all the episodes of the first season that was broadcast on 2019 and a re-winde on the second season that is currently broadcasting. It will also have an original program "Kaguya-sama's room" featuring Koga Aoi (voice of Shinomiya Kaguya), Furukawa Makoto (voice of Shirogane Miyuki), Kohara Konomi (voice of Fujiwara Chika), and others. This event will span for 14.5 hour.
"Kaguya DAY" will start on the 9:30 AM on Jun. 27 (the broadcast date of the last episode of "Kaguya-sama: Love is War Season 2") in ABEMA.
（C）Akasaka Aka／Shueisha・Kaguya-sama: Love is War Production Committee
The 2nd PV for TV anime Ahiru no Sora has been released and features the passionate plays of a freakishly tall basketball club member. Broadcasting information was released at the same time. The series will be aired on TV Tokyo’s channel 6 starting on October 2nd.
「Gundam AGEII Magnum SV ver.」 piloted by Kujo Kyoya in 『Gundam Build Divers』 gets a gunpla kit with a scale of 1/144(HG). Currently available for pre-order on Premium Bandai.
「BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!」 and its 4th tie-up with Lawson as of September the 3rd, has been revealed. The campaign is to give out a limited quantity of originals goods which will be sold on a first-come-first-serve basis
From TV anime "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind" comes blazers and pants (slacks) which can be worn together as business suits inspired by Giorno Giovanna and Bruno Bucciarati. Pre-orders are available at "Premium Bandai" until Dec. 26, 2019.
Movie “Kimetsu no Yaiba : Demon Slayer” Infinity Train arc decided to be released on 2020. The new teaser and visual has been released on the 2nd info.
“Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation”, which had been announced to be animated, was decided to be broadcast as TV anime in 2020. In addition, the first visual depicting the four main characters and a PV by the new animation production company “Studio Bind” established for this work were released.
