August 13, 2020 By: Sakai Yasuna (Translated by Porew & NN ), 184 views
"Umibe no Étranger" Encounter, attracted with each other… the main trailer & main visual have been released! The anime's art exhibition will also be held
The anime label, “BLUE LYNX”, which specialized on BL, had released the main trailer and main visual of the anime movie “Umibe no Étranger”. The art exhibition called “PARCO x 'Umibe no Étranger' Anime's Art Exhibition” will also be held.
“Umibe no Étranger” is a based on a BL manga by Kii Kanna. The setting takes place on the island off the coast of Okinawa and depicts the innocent love story between a greenhorn novelist and a young boy.
The main trailer started showing Mio starting at the sea while seating on the seaside bench at night. After Mio with the lonely expression encounters Shun, he got attracted to him and confessed “I like Shun”.
In the first half, Mio can be seen with a gentle smile and happy about the mutual feeling, but after seeing Shun wavering appearance as he is worried about his past experience of having a same-gender relationship, Mio with a sad expression decided for a break-up.
The cute one scene of Shun, and Mio eating the watermelon happily at the balcony, while being looking over gently by the other characters such as Oba-chan, can be seen from the main visual.
Moreover, “Umibe no Étranger” anime's art exhibition will be held on PARCO GALLEY X in Shibuya, Tokyo. The exhibition will not only shows the anime's art, but will also displays each detail needed to create the movie such as the setting art and the artboard. The art exhibition's original goods illustrated by Kii Kanna-sensei will also be on sale.
“Umibe no Étranger” will be released on nationwide theatres on Sep. 11.
“PARCO x 'Umibe no Étranger' Anime's Art Exhibition” is scheduled to be held on Shibuya PARCO GALLERY X on Sep. 4.
(C)Kii Kanna/Shodensha,Umibe no Étranger Production Committee (C)Kii Kanna/Shodensha on BLUE comics
The marketing media "Otaku Women's Marketing Institute" operated by Commercial BL Review Site "ChiruChiru" conducted a survey, "[I want to ask otaku all over the country - How much do you pour into BL? BL Wallet Situation of 2020" and announced the results. The women's consumption behavior in 2020 amidst the "Corona" disaster was expressed in figures
"I want to ask otaku all over the country - How much do you pour into BL? BL Wallet Situation 2020" surveyed consumption behavior in 1,378 people (average age: approximately 34 years old) in March 2020 using targeted questionnaires. As a result, based on the behavior of "Chira Chira" users, they quantified the changes in purchasing behavior in 2020 based on the amount of consumption, and impact of COVID-19.
In recent years, there has been an increase in real events coming out, such as exhibitions, events, collaboration cafes, and stages for BL fans. The fact that it is still developing, is a result of sluggish growth. Furthermore, since the future of real live events will have to change due to the influence of the novel coronavirus there is a high possibility that new types of online events will develop, according to the "Otaku Women's Marketing Institute".
Moreover, in "BL Related Goods that were actually purchased" it was found that the top 3 goods purchases are all read. Manga, novels, doujinshi, etc., the common theme that was found in all types was that a story was present. Originally, the reason a fujoshi (a BL fan) is a fujoshi is that she has a high degree of delusion, imagination, and creativity. The story content stimulates a wide range of imaginations, and that's what triggers consumer demand.
About 90% of the respondents answered "Savings were increased" or "no change" to the question "Was there a change in wallet circumstances such as an event being canceled due to the effect of the novel coronavirus?". Among the "ChiruChiru" users, at least in the short term, there seems to be a minority of people who have had a direct financial impact from COVID-19.
In addition, about 80% of the reasons for "Wallet Circumstances, Savings Have Become Negative" were because the planned Otaku Activity Budget was changed to another Otaku Activity Budget. In a close second, for example reasons included "For the industry related to "BL", income decreased due to the influence of coronavirus", and "Production cost for exhibiting at the event".
The special video and new scene cuts for the movie anime "Umibe no Etranger" (release date: Sept. 11, 2020) were released. Along with this announcement, the sale of the first art book of the original work's author, Kii Kanna, called queue-Kanna Kii artbook", has been decided.
"Umibe no Etranger" will be released from the anime label specialized in boys-love called "BLUE LYNX". The story is set in the remote island in Okinawa and depicts the innocent romance of the young novelist and the boy.
The special video and the scene cut released this time depicts Shun meeting Mio sitting on the bench near the beach at night.
Mio's fragile profile, colorful flowers, and a friendly cat that stands by his leg...the important scenes from the movie is delicately taken out, and the voice of Murata Taishi, who plays Shun, and Matsuoka Yoshitsugu, who plays Mio, can be heard as well.
In addition to the video and the scene cuts, the sales of the 4th volume of "Harukaze no Etranger", which is the sequence of the original manga, and the Kii Kanna's first art book called "queue-Kanna Kii artbook" had been announced. The released date for both products is Aug. 25, 2020.
"Umibe no Etranger" will be released in the theaters nationwide from Sept. 11, 2020.
(C) Kii Kanna/Shodensha・Umibe no Etranger Production Committee (C) Kii Kanna/Shodensha on BLUE comics
It was announced that Watanabe Naomi will be acting the role of Zirconia in the movie "Sailor Moon Eternal". Also, Watanabe left various comments such as, "I think she is the character that most fits me".
"Sailor Moon Eternal" is a story of love and justice by Takeuchi Naoko, which was serialized in "Nakayoshi" from 1991 to 1997; in 2012, a project to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the series started, and in 2014, a new series titled "Sailor Moon Crystal" has been released.
It has been decided that Watanabe Naomi will play the role of Zirconia, a powerful enemy of the Sailor Guardians. Comments about her impressions on the role of Zirconia, who is the ringmaster of Dead Moon Circus plotting to conquer the Earth and the Moon and pledging her loyalty to Nehellenia, the Queen of the Dead Moon, as well as her love for "Sailor Moon", have arrived.
The movie "Sailor Moon Eternal" will be released in two parts; the first part will be released on Jan. 8, 2021, and the second part will be released on Feb. 11, 2021.
Comment by Watanabe Naomi (as Zirconia)
I never dreamed that I could appear in my favorite series "Sailor Moon", so I was extremely happy! For me, Sailor Moon is the "light of my life". I've loved it since I was a child, and just watching all the Sailor Guardians makes me crying, and I still love it so much that I keep buying all kinds of items.
When I was offered the role, I wondered if it was for a new Sailor Guardian. But it was Zirconia as the antagonist (laugh). She's a villain and an old woman character, so I had to lower my voice quite a bit and do it while almost crushing my throat. Even though my heart hurts, I made sure Zirconia's feelings were felt in my acting, "I'll defeat the Sailor Guardians!". I think she is the character that most fits me so far.
In the movie, you can see the cool Sailor Guardians, as well as many powerful enemies. It's a work that not only our generation but also parents and their children and teenagers will be able to enjoy! I hope you're all excited and looking forward to it!
(C) Takeuchi Naoko, PNP / "Sailor Moon Eternal" The Movie Production Committee
The manga "Umibe no Étranger" (by Kii Kanna and published by Shodensha), which takes place on the island off the coast of Okinawa and depicts the innocent love story between a greenhorn novelist and a young boy, had captured the hearts of many people and the theatrical anime is handled by the BL anime Label "BLUE LYNX". Since this movie was released on Sep. 11, 2020, let's reviews the work beforehand.
■Summary
The greenhorn novelist, Shun unexpectedly called out to the young boy, Mio at the beachside.
---"Hey, you there!"
Because of that Mio had also started to be conscious of Shun, but he has to leave the island no matter what. Mio left after saying "I want to become an adult as soon as possible".
After three years, Mio returns to Shun. He had become slightly mature. With an innocent bright smile. When the unrequited thoughts were responded, the stopped time starts to run again...
■Staff
The work is based on the manga "Umibe no Étranger" (published by Shodensha) by Kii Kanna.
This anime adaptation is supervised by the author Kii Kanna, who is also an ex-animator, and she is also in charge of the character design.
The animation production was created with a mixture of 2D and 3D animation and is handled by the long-established studio "Studio Hibari", who is known for "Major", and "Monster Strike". The director is Oohashi Akiyo, who had shown her superb skill such as "Danganronpa The Animation" as well as the animation PV for the sales commemoration of "Houseki no Kuni" Vol 1.
The drama between the characters, the beautiful nature of Okinawa, the lights, coloring, and the audio are all drawn carefully with fixation.
This work is the third work of the BL specialized anime Label "BLUE LYNX" after "Twittering Birds Never Fly: The clouds gather" and "Given the Movie".
■Original Work's Arts Exhibition
The movie "Umibe no Étranger"'s Anime Art Exhibition was held on PARCO GALLERY X, Shibuya, Tokyo. (Duration: Sep. 4, 2020 ~ Sep. 14, 2020)
The exhibition has exhibited over 30 illustrations, including the setting arts, rough drawing, and 5 original illustrations drawn for this movie along with the messages from the casts & staff, the signed scripts, the storyboard drawn by the director Oohashi Akiyo, and others.
Moreover, the art exhibition's original goods with the illustration by Kii Kanna-sensei were on sale.
■Voice Actors
The main casts will be handled by the same voice actors as the drama CD. Hashimoto Shun is voice by Murata Taishi (known for his role as Norba Shino from "Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans" and Magee from "Gundam Build Divers") while Tachibana Mio is voice by Matsuoka Yoshitsugu (known for his role as Kirito from "Sword Art Online" and Hashibira Inosuke from "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba").
Murata Taishi (voice of Hashimoto Shun)
--Can you share your feelings when the theatrical anime adaptation of "Umibe no Étranger" was decided, as well as when your role was decided and when you were reading the script?
Various thoughts appear in my mind. My appreciation of continues this role from the drama CD and the expectation toward the movie. Above all, I am glad that I am able to perform the encountering scene of Mio. Both of their fates were greatly affected, while Mio is slowly becoming more mature, Shun, on the other hand, is struggling like a loser. At the very beginning when I was voicing the drama CD, this scene was impressive and made my heart throb. Even the scripts are filled with the "Étranger" of the production staff, especially the stage direction as well as the lines...! So, I wanted to respond it with all I have along with the burning obsession that is gradually growing as I wanted everyone to see it right away (haha).
--This works is supervised by Kii Kanna-sensei, who is also the character designer, and she was also greatly involved with the production. Can you tell us any highlights?
I personally like the comical expression that was illustrated by Kii Kanna sensei, so I hope it can calm everyone down. During the recording, I remember that it was quite easy in voicing the character as the transition of the character expression from serious to comical was exactly as the manga.
Above everything, the combination between Okinawa and the cat is the best. It a fusion of the spaciousness scenery of the southern island with cuteness. This is the ideal retirement life. Please watch it while thinking about Okinawa and cat.
--Please share your message to the fans who are looking forward to "Umibe no Étranger"
I would like to thank everyone who is looking forward to the movie!
This movie has a more detailed depiction of the romance between Mio and Shun. People always think about their beloved. That is common sense but I found out that.... it actually harder than I thought. Please enjoy watching the movie while letting your emotions run wild and being immersed in the gentle setting of Étranger. I believed there are surely parts were first-timers of Étranger can understand mutually. Please look forward to "Umibe no Étranger"!
Matsuoka Yoshitsugu (voice of Tachibana Mio)
--Can you share your feelings when the theatrical anime adaptation of "Umibe no Étranger" was decided, as well as when your role was decided and when you were reading the script?
Even though it had been a while since the first drama CD, I still remember Murata-san mentioning that he wanted to see the animation adaptation during the talk part in the drama CD.
At first, I thought it was a joke but I believed that Murata-san is quite glad that the theatrical adaption was decided.
I am genuinely happy when I heard about my role.
However, I am actually scared since this is my first time voicing a BL role in animation.
When I was reading the script, I thought that it had ended splendidly from the start till the end. Then, my memory during the recording of the drama cd resurfaced, which helps me to enter my role easily!
--As this works is supervised by Kii Kanna-sensei, who is also the character designer, and she was also greatly involved with the production. Can you tell us any highlights?
I was thinking about how to express the sadness of the Mio as the story contains the emotional period of the lonely Mio, but the art has helped me to express it without being too immersed in it. It as if I was drawn in by the beautiful art!
Feeling such as "I want to go to this world at least once!", "I want to travel to there!", “I want to go to the beach!", and "Mugii!” appears inside of me (haha).
I think everyone will get immersed in it as well, so do enjoy the world of Étranger.
--Please share your message to the fans who are looking forward to "Umibe no Étranger"
I had done my best already. I hope that it will leave an impression inside everyone's heart.
Actually, this is a work that will cause various thoughts to appear, such as it was great after it had ended, it was beautiful, and it was quite sad.
Please enjoy it while experience various feelings as it will make you think. Please do look forward to it.
■Main Trailer
Preview
Main Theme Song's Anime PV
The theme song for the movie "Umibe no Étranger", called "Zokkon" is written by MONO NO AWARE. Theirs sense of words is the finishing touch to the sentimental youth rock song.
The main trailer make use of the anime PV and it a fusion between the colorful scenes and the emotional song. It consists of various scene, including the blue sky with the blue sea, the expression of the two cute cats, the delicious foods, the troubled Shun, and Mio with a bright smile.
(C)Kii Kanna/Shodensha, Umibe no Étranger Production Committee
(C)Kii Kanna/Shodensha on BLUE comics
It was decided that "Monster Strike the Movie: Lucifer - Zetsubou no Yoake" will be released on Theatre on Nov. 6, 2020. The key visual and teaser video have been revealed.
This is the 3rd movie of the anime "Monster Strike" series that has exceeded 4 billion views on YouTube worldwide.
The teaser video shows the tremendous battle scene of Lucifer and the others along with the theme song "Eiyuu no Uta (Hero's Song)" by Oishi Masayoshi.
Nationwide advanced sales tickets will start from Sep. 11 on the permanent store "XFLAG STORE SHIBUYA/ SHINSAIBASHI" as well as the official online store "XFLAG STORE", and nationwide LAWSON, MINISTOP's "Loppi", and theatre's sales counter.
"Monster Strike the Movie: Lucifer - Zetsubou no Yoake" will be released on nationwide theatres from Nov. 6.
（C）XFLAG
To commemorate the release of "Crayon Shin-chan: Crash! Rakuga Kingdom and Almost Four Heroes" (released on Sep. 11), the latest "Crayon Shin-chan"'s movie, all the 27 movies of the series can be streamed for free on "ABEMA"'s "Minna no Anime Channel".
To commemorate the release of the latest movie, this project will be streaming the 27 movies of the series for free, including "Crayon Shin-chan: Honeymoon Hurricane ~The Lost Hiroshi~" that is appearing for the first time on "ABEMA", "Crayon Shin-chan: Great Adventure in Henderland" where the active character "Buriburizaemon" in "Crayon Shin-chan: Crash! Rakuga Kingdom and Almost Four Heroes" made an appearance, and "Crayon Shin-chan: Blitzkrieg! Pig's Hoof's Secret Mission".
Do take this chance to recap "Crayon Shin-chan" movies series on "ABEMA" before watching the latest movie.
The free streaming of all the 27 "Crayon Shin-chan" movies series will be available according on "Minna no Anime Channel".
"Crayon Shin-chan: Crash! Rakuga Kingdom and Almost Four Heroes" will be released nationwide on Sep. 11, 2020.
The manga "Umibe no Étranger" (by Kii Kanna and published by Shodensha), which takes place on the island off the coast of Okinawa and depicts the innocent love story between a greenhorn novelist and a young boy, had captured the hearts of many people and the theatrical anime is handled by the BL anime Label "BLUE LYNX". Since this movie was released on Sep. 11, 2020, let's reviews the work beforehand.
■Summary
The greenhorn novelist, Shun unexpectedly called out to the young boy, Mio at the beachside.
---"Hey, you there!"
Because of that Mio had also started to be conscious of Shun, but he has to leave the island no matter what. Mio left after saying "I want to become an adult as soon as possible".
After three years, Mio returns to Shun. He had become slightly mature. With an innocent bright smile. When the unrequited thoughts were responded, the stopped time starts to run again...
■Staff
The work is based on the manga "Umibe no Étranger" (published by Shodensha) by Kii Kanna.
This anime adaptation is supervised by the author Kii Kanna, who is also an ex-animator, and she is also in charge of the character design.
The animation production was created with a mixture of 2D and 3D animation and is handled by the long-established studio "Studio Hibari", who is known for "Major", and "Monster Strike". The director is Oohashi Akiyo, who had shown her superb skill such as "Danganronpa The Animation" as well as the animation PV for the sales commemoration of "Houseki no Kuni" Vol 1.
The drama between the characters, the beautiful nature of Okinawa, the lights, coloring, and the audio are all drawn carefully with fixation.
This work is the third work of the BL specialized anime Label "BLUE LYNX" after "Twittering Birds Never Fly: The clouds gather" and "Given the Movie".
■Original Work's Arts Exhibition
The movie "Umibe no Étranger"'s Anime Art Exhibition was held on PARCO GALLERY X, Shibuya, Tokyo. (Duration: Sep. 4, 2020 ~ Sep. 14, 2020)
The exhibition has exhibited over 30 illustrations, including the setting arts, rough drawing, and 5 original illustrations drawn for this movie along with the messages from the casts & staff, the signed scripts, the storyboard drawn by the director Oohashi Akiyo, and others.
Moreover, the art exhibition's original goods with the illustration by Kii Kanna-sensei were on sale.
■Voice Actors
The main casts will be handled by the same voice actors as the drama CD. Hashimoto Shun is voice by Murata Taishi (known for his role as Norba Shino from "Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans" and Magee from "Gundam Build Divers") while Tachibana Mio is voice by Matsuoka Yoshitsugu (known for his role as Kirito from "Sword Art Online" and Hashibira Inosuke from "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba").
Murata Taishi (voice of Hashimoto Shun)
--Can you share your feelings when the theatrical anime adaptation of "Umibe no Étranger" was decided, as well as when your role was decided and when you were reading the script?
Various thoughts appear in my mind. My appreciation of continues this role from the drama CD and the expectation toward the movie. Above all, I am glad that I am able to perform the encountering scene of Mio. Both of their fates were greatly affected, while Mio is slowly becoming more mature, Shun, on the other hand, is struggling like a loser. At the very beginning when I was voicing the drama CD, this scene was impressive and made my heart throb. Even the scripts are filled with the "Étranger" of the production staff, especially the stage direction as well as the lines...! So, I wanted to respond it with all I have along with the burning obsession that is gradually growing as I wanted everyone to see it right away (haha).
--This works is supervised by Kii Kanna-sensei, who is also the character designer, and she was also greatly involved with the production. Can you tell us any highlights?
I personally like the comical expression that was illustrated by Kii Kanna sensei, so I hope it can calm everyone down. During the recording, I remember that it was quite easy in voicing the character as the transition of the character expression from serious to comical was exactly as the manga.
Above everything, the combination between Okinawa and the cat is the best. It a fusion of the spaciousness scenery of the southern island with cuteness. This is the ideal retirement life. Please watch it while thinking about Okinawa and cat.
--Please share your message to the fans who are looking forward to "Umibe no Étranger"
I would like to thank everyone who is looking forward to the movie!
This movie has a more detailed depiction of the romance between Mio and Shun. People always think about their beloved. That is common sense but I found out that.... it actually harder than I thought. Please enjoy watching the movie while letting your emotions run wild and being immersed in the gentle setting of Étranger. I believed there are surely parts were first-timers of Étranger can understand mutually. Please look forward to "Umibe no Étranger"!
Matsuoka Yoshitsugu (voice of Tachibana Mio)
--Can you share your feelings when the theatrical anime adaptation of "Umibe no Étranger" was decided, as well as when your role was decided and when you were reading the script?
Even though it had been a while since the first drama CD, I still remember Murata-san mentioning that he wanted to see the animation adaptation during the talk part in the drama CD.
At first, I thought it was a joke but I believed that Murata-san is quite glad that the theatrical adaption was decided.
I am genuinely happy when I heard about my role.
However, I am actually scared since this is my first time voicing a BL role in animation.
When I was reading the script, I thought that it had ended splendidly from the start till the end. Then, my memory during the recording of the drama cd resurfaced, which helps me to enter my role easily!
--As this works is supervised by Kii Kanna-sensei, who is also the character designer, and she was also greatly involved with the production. Can you tell us any highlights?
I was thinking about how to express the sadness of the Mio as the story contains the emotional period of the lonely Mio, but the art has helped me to express it without being too immersed in it. It as if I was drawn in by the beautiful art!
Feeling such as "I want to go to this world at least once!", "I want to travel to there!", “I want to go to the beach!", and "Mugii!” appears inside of me (haha).
I think everyone will get immersed in it as well, so do enjoy the world of Étranger.
--Please share your message to the fans who are looking forward to "Umibe no Étranger"
I had done my best already. I hope that it will leave an impression inside everyone's heart.
Actually, this is a work that will cause various thoughts to appear, such as it was great after it had ended, it was beautiful, and it was quite sad.
Please enjoy it while experience various feelings as it will make you think. Please do look forward to it.
■Main Trailer
Preview
Main Theme Song's Anime PV
The theme song for the movie "Umibe no Étranger", called "Zokkon" is written by MONO NO AWARE. Theirs sense of words is the finishing touch to the sentimental youth rock song.
The main trailer make use of the anime PV and it a fusion between the colorful scenes and the emotional song. It consists of various scene, including the blue sky with the blue sea, the expression of the two cute cats, the delicious foods, the troubled Shun, and Mio with a bright smile.
(C)Kii Kanna/Shodensha, Umibe no Étranger Production Committee
(C)Kii Kanna/Shodensha on BLUE comics
From "The Stranger By the Beach", which will be released on Sep. 11, 2020,
Murata Taishi as Hashimoto Shun and Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Chibana Mio left some comments about their feelings about the work, and messages for the fans looking forward to its release. A special gift for visitors by Kii Knna has also been announced.
"The Stranger By the Beach" is based on the BL comic by Kii Kanna. It depicts a fresh love story between a young writer and a boy, which takes place on an island in Okinawa.
Ahead of its release, comments from Murata Taishi as Hashimoto Shun and Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Chibana Mio have arrived.
Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Chibana Mio talks about his feelings to the work as he also voiced the drama CD before, saying "I remember that Murata-san, and I said that we wanted to see the anime adaptation."
Furthermore, Kii Kanna's original large coaster has been announced as a gift for visitors during the 1st week. The coaster features Mio in his childhood eating Kanikamanma (rice with crab sticks).
<Full comments are below.>
Murata Taishi as Hashimoto Shun
Q. How did you feel when "The Stranger By the Beach" had been decided to become an anime adaptation, and when you had been chosen as a cast and read a script?
I had mixed feelings. I was grateful that I could play the role again after the drama CD, and had high expectation for its visualization. On top of that, I was so glad that I could play the scene of the encounter with Mio again. Our life has changed a lot. Mio is gradually growing up, and Shun is trying hard even though he is not that tough. It was an impressive scene, which I played at the very beginning of the drama CD, so I was very excited. The script is full of "love for The Stranger By the Beach" from producers, especially for the Togaki(stage director). I want to show you right now (laugh). I want to play the role, keeping their enthusiasm in my heart.
Q. Kii-sensei took part in designing and supervising the characters and also producing the work. Can you tell about the main attraction?
I personally like the comical expressions that Kii Kanna-sensei draws, which I want you to enjoy as well. She changed the character's serious expression to comical based on the original work, which made it a lot easier for me to play. The best thing of all is the combination of Okinawa and cats. The spacious landscape of Okinawa and beauty, which doesn't need to be explained. This is an ideal life of my old age. Please watch the anime while felling Okinawa and cats.
Q. Please leave some messages for the fans looking forward to "The Stranger By the Beach".
Thank you for waiting for the release!
This anime adaptation described Mio and Shun's love story more delicately. One person cares of another. It sounds natural, but actually very complicated...I thought about it twice. Please watch it relax in a gentle world of "The Stranger By the Beach", and following your heart. Even if you are watching the Stranger series for the first time, you will sympathize with some point. Please look forward to The Stranger By the Beach.
Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Chibana Mio
Q. How did you feel when "The Stranger By the Beach" had been decided to be anime adaptation, and when you had been chosen as a cast and read a script?
It's been a long time since the drama CD, but I remember that Murata-san and I had been saying that we wanted to see the anime adaptation in the talk part of the drama CD.
Initially, it was half-joking, but we got excited to hear the anime adaptation!
I was glad when I was chosen as a cast, but I was really nervous at the same time as it was the first time for me to play in a BL anime.
When I read the script, I felt it was consistent from the beginning to the end. I could immediately get into the character's world as the memory of the drama CD before returned.
Q. Kii-sensei took part in designing and supervising the characters and also producing the work. Can you tell me the main attraction?
I was wondering how I should express the Mio, who became alone
in his youth, but the scene she drew accurately recreates the character, which made it a lot easier for me to play. I was just attracted by the beautiful video.
I want to go to the world like this once! I want to travel there! I want to dive into the sea!
You will be able to naturally get into the world along the beach, so please enjoy the world The Stranger By the Beach creates.
Q. Please leave some messages for the fans who are looking forward to "The Stranger By the Beach".
I did my best. I hope I can leave something to stay in your heart.
This story will make you feel a lot. It was great, beautiful, painful and others.
Please enjoy each feeling that you will have.
(C)Kii Kanna/Shodensha, The Stranger By the Beach Production Committee
(C)Kii Kanna/Shodensha on BLUE comics
The special video and new scene cuts for the movie anime "Umibe no Etranger" (release date: Sept. 11, 2020) were released. Along with this announcement, the sale of the first art book of the original work's author, Kii Kanna, called queue-Kanna Kii artbook", has been decided.
"Umibe no Etranger" will be released from the anime label specialized in boys-love called "BLUE LYNX". The story is set in the remote island in Okinawa and depicts the innocent romance of the young novelist and the boy.
The special video and the scene cut released this time depicts Shun meeting Mio sitting on the bench near the beach at night.
Mio's fragile profile, colorful flowers, and a friendly cat that stands by his leg...the important scenes from the movie is delicately taken out, and the voice of Murata Taishi, who plays Shun, and Matsuoka Yoshitsugu, who plays Mio, can be heard as well.
In addition to the video and the scene cuts, the sales of the 4th volume of "Harukaze no Etranger", which is the sequence of the original manga, and the Kii Kanna's first art book called "queue-Kanna Kii artbook" had been announced. The released date for both products is Aug. 25, 2020.
"Umibe no Etranger" will be released in the theaters nationwide from Sept. 11, 2020.
(C) Kii Kanna/Shodensha・Umibe no Etranger Production Committee (C) Kii Kanna/Shodensha on BLUE comics
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.
"Kishiryu Sentai Ryusoulger VS Lupinranger VS Patranger the Movie", the newest work in the "Super Sentai VS Film Series", is scheduled to be released on Feb. 8, 2020. The newest footage andscene photos have also been revealed.
