From the new spring release “Farewell, My Dear Cramer”, the visual of Soshizaki Midori played by Yuuki Aoi has been released and comments have arrived

The outline and sneak peek of episode 8 "Pursued By the Past" of the TV anime "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" (May 23, 2021) were revealed. "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" is a "girls' soccer" manga by "Your Lie in April" Arakawa Naoshi. The main protagonist is the girl Onda Nozomi, who has been playing soccer with boys since she was young but faced a big obstacle known as "physical difference" when entering middle school. The middle school arc "Sayonara, Football" depicts her suffering in the boys' soccer club, while this TV anime depicts her high school life as she aims for the peak of the girls' soccer. The title of episode 8 is "Pursued By the Past". After winning the 2nd preliminary match of Saitama Prefectures, Warabis is one step away from entering the finals. On the next day, Nozomi injured her leg after kicking the ball recklessly while playing softball during gym class. Thus, during the fated 3rd match, Nozomi, who participate despite her injury, is suffering from increasing leg pain, but she continues to remain on the field so that she won't worry Soshizaki and her other teammates. Episode 8 "Pursued By the Past" was broadcast on May 23, 2021, on TOKYO MX and other channels. (C) Arakawa Naoshi, Kodansha/ Farewell, My Dear Cramer Production Committee

The outline and sneak peek of episode 7 "The Rapidly Advancing Team" of the TV anime "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" (May 16, 2021) were revealed. "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" is a "girls' soccer" manga by "Your Lie in April" Arakawa Naoshi. The main protagonist is the girl Onda Nozomi, who has been playing soccer with boys since she was young, but faced a big obstacle known as "physical difference" when entering middle school. The middle school arc "Sayonara, Football" depicts her suffering in the boys' soccer club, while this TV anime depicts her high school life as she aims for the peak of the girls' soccer. In episode 7, the Saitama prefecture preliminary has started. As this is the first official match for Warabis, Nozomi is unable to sleep due to the excitement. On the day of the match, Warabis was throbbing as their opponent is Asaka commercial high school that has taken 3rd place last year. In the second half, the score is tied with 3, this is a situation where they can't lose any point, but they gave a good opportunity to the Asaka team. In order to save the troubled Warabis, Nozomi dash toward the penalty area boldly. Episode 7 "The Rapidly Advancing Team" was broadcast on May 16, 2021, on TOKYO MX and other channels. (C) Arakawa Naoshi, Kodansha/ Farewell, My Dear Cramer Production Committee

The sneak peek of episode 6 "Those Who Chase and Those Who Are Chased" of the TV anime "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" (May 9, 2021) was revealed. "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" is a "girls' soccer" manga by "Your Lie in April" Arakawa Naoshi. The main protagonist is the girl Onda Nozomi, who has been playing soccer with boys since she was young, but faced a big obstacle known as "physical difference" when entering middle school. The middle school arc "Sayonara, Football" depicts her suffering in the boys' soccer club, while this TV anime depicts her high school life as she aims for the peak of the girls' soccer. The title for episode 6 is "Those Who Chase and Those Who Are Chased". Tase and the other 2nd year students are trying to persuade coach Asuka so that the combined training with the boys’ soccer club can be held. On the other hand, Nozomi and the others are participating in the futsal competition that comes with a cash prize for the winner, so that they would have money to replace their uniforms. After having Itou and Tsukado, who they happen to meet there, joined their team, the Warabis are winning every match. During the finals, the opponent of the girls hungry for the cash prize is the fated rival of the two from Kunogi Gakuen High School. Episode 6 "Those Who Chase and Those Who Are Chased" was broadcast on May 9, 2021, on TOKYO MX and other channels. (C) Arakawa Naoshi, Kodansha/ Farewell, My Dear Cramer Production Committee

The outline and advance cut-scene of episode 4 "Frontier" of the TV anime "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" (April 25, 2021) have been revealed together with the main PV. "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" is a "girls' soccer" manga by "Your Lie in April" Arakawa Naoshi. The main protagonist is the girl Onda Nozomi, who play soccer with boys since young, but faced a big obstacle known as "physical difference" when entering middle school. The middle school arc "Sayonara, Football" depicts her suffering in the boys' soccer club, while this TV anime depicts her high school life as she aims to the peak of the girls' soccer. The title for episode 4is "Frontier". The kick from the right leg of Nozomi has led the ball to Kunogi Gakuen High School's goal net. The fresh goal that surprised everyone on the field was nullified by the foul play of her teammate Shiratori Aya. At the same time, the whistle that signifies the end of the match could be heard, and it was a significant defeat for Warabi as the score is 0 to 21. All the members of Warabis aren't able to hide their regret, but with Nozomi, Soshizaki, and Suou joining the team, they will be able to reborn as a team from now on. Episode 4 "Frontier" of "Farewell, My Dear Cramer" was broadcast on April 25, 2021, on TOKYO MX and other channels. (C) Arakawa Naoshi, Kodansha/ Farewell, My Dear Cramer Production Committee

The largest movie, drama, and anime review service in Japan, “Filmarks”, released “spring 2021 season anime satisfactory ranking”, based on the data taken through their service. The 1st place was “Fruits Basket The Final”, the 2nd was “My Hero Academia 5th Season” and the 3rd was “Odd Taxi”. “spring 2021 season anime satisfactory ranking” was based on the average ★scores (MAX 5.0) and review numbers (Mark! Numbers) given to the anime broadcast in spring 2021 (March 25 to May 31, 2021). The anime with the highest number of ★scores ranked high in “spring 2021 season anime satisfactory ranking”. The 1st place “Fruits Basket The Final” received an average ★4.34 (Max 5.0). The fans commented, “the emotions of each character are well depicted”, “this is my life bible”, “couldn’t watch this without my tears falling off”, and “This is the wonderful human drama that cannot be explained with words”. The 2nd place “My Hero Academia Season 5” received ★4.33, the 3rd place “Odd Taxi” received ★4.31, the 4th place “Kingdom Season 3” received ★4.19, and the 5th place “Zombie Land Saga Revenge” received ★4.11. Following the top 5 listed above, the ranking was followed by “Tokyo Revengers”, “Vivy-Fluorite Eye’s Song-“, “To Your Eternity”, “Moriarty the Patriot Season 2”, and “Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun! Season “2”. For Mark! Number ranking (review numbers), “Tokyo Revengers” was the top, the highest number of episode comments were given to “Godzilla S. P”. “Fruits Basket” The Final © Takaya Natsuki, Hakusensha/Fruits Basket Production Committee “My Hero Academia” Season 5 © Horikoshi Kouhei/Shueisha, My Hero Academia Production Committee “Odd Taxi” © P.I.C.S./Odokagawa Traffic Partners

The main 5 members of Meta Liberation Army, the group appearing in the TV anime “My Hero Academia” Season 5, and their cast members have been announced. The experienced actors , including Hirata Hiroaki, Sugita Tomokazu, Majima Junji, Honda Takako, and Yamashita Seiichirou are gathered together. “My Hero Academia” entered the 2nd cour from June 26, 2021. The Meta Liberation Army believes that “Special ability, a.k.a. ‘quirks’, should be used freely”, and is the group currently expanding its power. The 5 members have been revealed this time. Re Destro (Yotsubashi Rikiya), the son of the former rival Destro. The CEO of the big IT company and the strategist of the Meta Liberation Army, Skeptic (Kinzoku Yuuho). The governor with a high ability of speech, who collects the supporters through his activity, Trumpet (Hanabatake Bikou). The managing director of the publisher and the ads leader Curious (Kitsuki Okitoshi). The spy of the Meta Liberation Army and the follower of Re Destro, Gaiten. The cast for the Meta Liberation Army was also announced. Hirata Hiroaki will play Re Destro, Sugita Tomokazu will play Skeptic, Majima Junji will play Trumpet, Honda Takako will play Curious, and Yamashita Seiichirou will play Gaiten. The comments from the experienced casts have arrived. 【Hirata Hiroaki: Re Destro/Yotsubashi Rikiya】 I am honored that I can be a part of “My Hero Academia”, which I longed for. And I will be playing the leader of the Meta Liberation Army “Re Destro”. I am partly nervous and happy. I always participate in the session with full stress to compete with young powers from others. Please look forward to the anime, and I will be playing with my full ability, coming from the time I waited to be a part of this series. 【Sugita Tomokazu: Skeptic/Kinzoku Yuuho】 In a society, where the existence of a hero is normal. What people will be asked for is simple, although society itself is complex. It is sad to see the string, that used to be set to control a doll, now fastens your neck. Isn’t it? 【Majima Junji: Trumpet/Hanabatake Bikou】 Hanabatake is a governor, so I feel pressure to express his “ability to speech”. I did my best, so please look forward to it. 【Honda Takako: Curious/Kitsuki Okitoshi】 In the short time and pressure given to “introduction”, I hope to deliver the characteristic, background, and the role in the series of “Curious”, a.k.a. Kitsuki Okitoshi, to you as much as possible. Thank you for letting me in. 【Yamashita Seiichirou/Gaiten】 I am honored to be a part of the wonderful work with strong support. I read the original manga, and the belief of each hero and villain made me think deeply, and shocked my heart. Gaiten is a mysterious character, but I will do my best to play him, together with “Justice of the Meta Liberation Army” in my heart. Please continue your support! © Horikoshi Kouhei/Shueisha, My Hero Academia Production Committee

From the TV anime "Tokyo Revengers", a non-credit video of "Tokyo Wonder.", the ending theme song of the 2nd cour "Bloody Halloween Arc" (released in July), has been revealed. "Tokyo Wonder." is an upper tune song by Nakimushi, a solo artist , who has rapidly been gaining young fans but doesn't reveal his/her real name, appearance, age, etc. The song is featured with the artist's husky voice, edgy sound, and his/her unique sense of words, which make the song perfect for the world-view of "Tokyo Revengers". Please indulge yourself in the new ending theme song, which adds color to the 2nd cour, with the beautiful non-credit video. The TV anime "Tokyo Revengers" is currently broadcast on MBS, TV Tokyo, BS Asahi, AT-X, and other stations. As "Bloody Halloween Arc" has just started, please keep your eyes on the main episodes. TV Anime "Tokyo Revengers" ■Broadcast Information Available on MBS, TV Tokyo, BS Asahi, AT-X, etc. "Bloody Halloween Arc" has just started in July! (C)Wakui Ken, Kodansha / Anime "Tokyo Revengers" Production Committee

Many of the anime in 2021 spring season are about to reach the finale. From original anime to sequels of popular series, there were many attractive titles to choose from, however which anime gained the most support from the anime!anime! readers? Here at anime!anime!, we conducted the reader survey titled “What was the best anime from 2021 spring season?”. The survey was conducted from June 18 to 25, and a total of 441 readers answered the survey. The females made up the majority of the vote with close to 65%, while the male readers made up approximately 35%. The young readers made up the majority, with minors making up approximately 35% and the reader’s in 20’s making up 30%. ■ Original anime ranked in the top and the 2nd! The 1st place was “Bakuten!!”. The support rating was approximately 9%. The anime was about boy’s rhythmic gymnastics, and the comments to the work said, “the fresh opening theme, a heart-warming story filled with youth, the acting of the experienced voice actors…all of them were awesome! My mother, who doesn't often watch anime, was also charmed by this!” and “The rhythmic gymnastics was impressive, and the relationship with the protagonist being charmed by the acting and his friends, seniors at school, and his teacher were wonderful. I wanted to support their team so much”. There were comments to the fact that this anime is set in the Tohoku region; “I personally like Iwanuma City, Miyagi Pref., so I was glad that this anime took place there”. 2nd Place The 2nd place was “Vivy-Fluorite Eye’s Song-“. The support rating was approximately 8%. This is an original Sci-Fi anime produced by WIT STUDIO. A diva AI meets Matsumoto from the future, and they go on a journey that travels through 100 years. “The development of the story was unpredictable due to its originality, and I was moved by the quality of drawings, music, and acting by the voice actors”, and “It has been a while since I enjoyed the detailed settings and hidden factors. I want to rewatch the anime from episode 1”. “Insert music is used almost every episode, and it was wonderful”, the comment mentioned the music of the anime. 3rd place The 3rd place was “My Hero Academia”. The difference between the 2nd place was so small. The 5th season of the popular series received comments like the following; “”he game between class A and B showed the growth of each character, and it moved my heart strongly”, and “I was glad to see the fighting where many characters used their quirks”. This anime is about to start the 2nd half. The Endeavour internship arc is gaining attention. In the male-only ranking, the 1st place was “Vivy- Fluorite\ Eye’s Song-“, the 2nd was “Higehiro: After Being Rejected, I Shaved and Took in a High School Runaway”, and the 3rd was “Zombie Land Saga”. In the female-only ranking, the 1st place was “Bakuten!!”, the 2nd was “Fruits Basket The Final”, and the 3rd was “My Hero Academia”. To “Higehiro: After Being Rejected, I Shaved and Took in a High School Runaway”: “Sayu’s sad past and Yoshida-san’s kindness. I enjoyed their complex relationship that both of them wont be honest, although they already known each other’s feeling.” To “Zombie Land Saga Revenge”: “The anime slowly showed the hidden secrets related to each character’s past, and the live, insert music, and movies were all great. I also enjoyed learning Saga’s sightseeing spots, and gourmet”. To “Fruits Basket The Final”: “The characters took new steps forward, and I cried every time each character moves forward. It is definitely a wonderful anime”. ■ Introducing other comments! To “SSSS. DYNAZENON”: “I enjoyed every episode, although I don’t watch robots and monster anime often” and “the anime was fresh because it combined robots and monsters with youth ensemble drama.” To “Pretty Boy Detective Club”: “Characters, the content, and designs were all at the best levels. I was surprised by how they recreated Nishio Ishin's novel into the wonderful work.” To “Odd Taxi”: “Although the characters are cute animals, their personalities are close to humans. No extra feature could be seen in characteristic, action, and conversation, and everything I see was a hint for the future.” Original anime ranked in the 1st and 2nd place for spring 2021 season. The original anime also ranked in the TOP 20, and many fans seemed to enjoy what will be happening next. ■Ranking Top 20 [What was the best anime in spring 2021 season?] 1st: “Bakuten!!” 2nd: “Vivy-“Fluorite Eye’s Song-“ 3rd: “My Hero Academia” Season 5 4th: “Frutis Basket The Final” 5th: Tokyo Revengers” 6th: 86” 7th: “Mao Dao Zhu Shi” 8th: “Shadow House” 8th: “Zombie Land Saga Revenge” 8th: “SSSS. DYNAZENON” 8th: “Higehiro: After Being Rejected, I Shaved and Took in a High School Runaway” 8th: “Moriarity the Patriot” 13th: “Odd Taxi” 13th: “Beautiful Boy Detective Club” 15th: “Godzilla S.P ” 16th: “The World Ends with You” 16th: “I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level” 17th: “The Saint's Magic Power is Omnipotent” 19th: “SHAMAN KING” 19th: “Sound of Mashiro” (Survey conducted: June 18 to 25, 2021) ※This survey is taken as a part of research on “current anime and character’s popularity and interest”. The result does not determine any superiority nor inferiority between the characters or anime. Please read this article to learn about new anime and characters.

The outline and sneak peek of episode 12 (Final Episode) "Girlfriend, Girlfriend" (Broadcast Date: Friday, September 18) of the TV anime "Girlfriend, Girlfriend" have been released.

The TV program “Unveiled! All Kamen Rider Super Poll” featuring the king of transformation heroes series, “Kamen Rider”, will air at BS Premium on November 6, 2021. In addition, the TV special “History Secrets: Kamen Rider Historia”, a retrospective of 50 years of Kamen Rider history, and the 1st episode of the first “Kamen Rider” series will also broadcast. The “All Super Poll” is a TV show featuring popular TV series in which the fans can vote on different categories such as their favorite characters. So far the show has broadcasted various editions featuring various anime series, “All Gundam Super Poll”, “All Macross Super Poll”, “All Pretty Cure Super Poll, “All Rumic(Takahashi Rumiko) Anime Super Poll”, “All Final Fantasy Super Poll”, “Unveiled! All Evangelion Super Poll”, and “Unveiled! All Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Anime Super Poll”. The series selected this time was the “Tokusatsu” genre franchise, “Kamen Rider”. Starting from 1971 (Year 46 of the Showa Era), it took an entire generation of children by storm popularizing the concept of “transformation!”. Once put on a hiatus, the series resumed soon after the start of the Heisei Era in Japan. Until now the with a total of 33 TV show entries, the series featured more than 200 Kamen Rider heroes. It has also served as a stepping stone for many young raising talents, attracting a large and diverse audience ranging from kids to adults. Fans will be able to vote on 3 different categories, “Titles”, including movies, “Kamen Rider”, and “Music”. What was it that made the series thrive for so long across half a century? Find out the answer through the enthusiastic votes and comments from the fans. The retrospective of the series “History Secrets: Kamen Rider Historia” is scheduled for broadcast alongside the announcement of midterm results. In addition, the 1st episode of the 1971 “Kamen Rider” series is airing as well, so make sure to check out the beginnings of this 50 year franchise. Votes for the “All Kamen Rider Super Poll” can be cast from September 17 to October 17, 2021. “Unveiled! Kamen Rider Super Poll” will air on BS Premium at 22:30 on November 6. “History Secrets: Kamen Rider Historia” will air on BS Premium at 22:50 on October 2, and on NHK G at 15:05 on October 10. “Kamen Rider” episode 1 will air on NHK G at 16:00 on October 10. (C) Ishimori Pro - Toei

New visuals have arrived from the TV anime "The Heike Story" (to be broadcast in January 2022). There are also comments from the staff, including scriptwriter Yoshida Reiko and character designer Takano Fumiko. "The Heike Story" is a classic work of Japanese literature that has been handed down by Biwa players and has had a great influence on the literature and theater of later generations. The story is based on a modern translation by Furukawa Hideo, and will be adapted into a TV series for the first time by director Yamada Naoko, screenwriter Yoshida Reiko, character designer Takano Fumiko, and musician Ushio Kensuke.

The TV anime "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" started broadcasting on January 7, 2011. To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the broadcast a new project has been announced. At the same time, comments from Yuuki Aoi as Kaname Madoka and director Shinbo Akiyuki have arrived. "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" is an original anime title, all 12 episodes of which were broadcast from January 7, 2011. It showed a new magical girl's story that started with a mysterious encounter with Kaname Madoka. At the time of the broadcast, it attracted great attention due to its cute character design and shocking story development. In 2012, the TV series was edited and put in two anime films "Beginnings" and "Eternal", and in 2013, a completely new work "Rebellion" has been released. A commemorative website was opened with the start of the new project. A commemorative logo and a commemorative illustration by Aoki Ume, who drew the original characters' drafts, have been released. On the commemorative website, festive illustrations by illustrators and manga artists will be released one by one. In addition, happy comments from the original director Shinbo Akiyuki and Yuuki Aoi who played Kaname Madoka have arrived. It has been 10 years since the impact of "Puella Magi Madoka Magica". Please check out the follow-up report of the new project. Director: Shinbo Akiyuki It has been 10 years since "Madoka Magica" has been released as a TV series in 2011. Thank you to everyone who has been supporting us for 10 years. It would be great if we continue moving on again on the 10th anniversary! Screenwriter: Urobuchi Gen (Nitroplus) 10 years. Taking a look back, it was a crazy era. To the extent that an upright and immovable life-sized Gundam started to move. It's getting harder day by day to recollect the everyday life of those days when there were no smartphones, apps, gachas, or Uber services. Still, the excitement of going to Shaft's conference room for writing the script hasn't faded. I am very pleased that our work has not been forgotten and that there will be a new project to celebrate the 10th anniversary. Kaname Madoka: Yuuki Aoi Thank you for loving "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" for 10 years. The crush I felt when I met Madoka 10 years ago and the various emotional things during the performance are still influencing me as a human being. I've grown up completely, so if I look back on it now, I wonder if I will feel something new. I wanted to look back. I would be very happy if "Puella Magi Madoka Magica" will remain in your hearts. (C) Magica Quartet / Aniplex / Madoka Partners / MBS

"YUKI × AOI Chimera Project" was drafted by the voice actor Yuuki Aoi with the theme of words becoming "beasts". It's cast members, including Kitou Akari, Amemiya Sora, and Sakura Ayane, have been announced. Along with it, a voice movie series of four-panel manga with voices has been decided. YUKI × AOI Chimera Project" was drafted by the voice actor Yuuki Aoi with the theme of words becoming "beasts". A four-panel manga series that depicts the lives of "Chimerios", which are born from words, is currently being serialized on the project's official Twitter. A four-panel manga, "Chimerio Gakushuuchou" (Chimerio Notebook), will be released on our official Twitter, every week. It gives you a look into the lives of the "Youbi Chimerio", which were born from the days of the week. Read this, and you could become an expert on Chimerio! Please enjoy! #01 "Professor Studies Chimerio" In the announcement, the cast members of the Chemerios have been announced: Yuuki Aoi as Sunday, Kitou Akari as Monday, Kotobuki Minako as Tuesday, Amemiya Sora as Wednesday, Tamura Mutsumi as Thursday, Hayami Saori as Friday, Sakura Ayane as Saturday, and Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Professor. Comments from each cast member have also been revealed. Also, the four-panel manga with voices will be released on "smash.", a verticle theater app. The key visual for the "smash." series drawn by Yuuki Aoi has also been revealed. The four-panel voice movie is currently available on "smash.", for 550 JPY per month (tax included). Comments from Yuuki Aoi ―― How was it to play the character and sing the character theme song? It was an extraordinary experience to play the character in the world I created from scratch. We had many meetings on the scenario and music, written the lyrics for the songs myself... The more time I put into this work, the more it becomes a part of me. ―― How was it to hear the cast members' voices and songs as the original author? I asked those who I have confidence in their skill, so I had a prospect of the outcome, but they've made it even better than what I had expected! I knew they would be amazing! It's said that characters come to life when voices are given to them. I realized the true meaning of it by being on the production side. ―― Any words for your fans? The songs, lyrics, cast, and images... I was given the privilege to create a work with everything I love! It's already amazing! And I know it will become even greater when it's done, so please look forward to it! I hope you will enjoy the Chimera Project! Comments from the cast members ―― What was your first reaction to this project? Kitou Akari as Monday: I thought Chimeras and characters inspired by the days of the week are innovative and exciting! The project was planned and drafted by my senpai, Yuuki-san, who I adore. I love the world that she creates, so this project is something I would look forward to, even if I wasn't involved in it! Kotobuki Minako as Tuesday: Yuuki Aoi-chan and I have been friends for over 10 years, and it has been an honor. When she told me about this project, I knew it would be super exciting! And I was looking forward to seeing what Aoi-chan will create. When I saw the illustrations of the characters, they were so cute and made me happy to be a part of this project. Amemiya Sora as Wednesday: At first, I couldn't wrap my head around this new idea of the days of the week and chimeras, but as I went through the character description and other settings, I instantly fell in love with the unique and charming characters, and this world I visited for the first time! Tamura Mutsumi as Thursday: I was so excited by the super-cute characters! As I love furry characters, I couldn't resist their charm. They have such unique looks! I wonder what their personalities are going to be like. I can't wait to see the story. Hayami Saori as Friday: When I was given the character description and saw the illustrations and settings, I became excited about this cute world. It's completely different than ours, but at the same time, has a very familiar vibe to it, making it a funs story. The four-panel manga was also full of humor and gave me soothed my heart. Above all, I loved the dazzling world created by Yuuki Aoi-san. Sakura Ayane as Saturday: I always wondered what was going on inside Yuuki-san's head, so I thought this a chance to take a peek, so I accepted the offer without hesitation. Separate from this impure motive, I was fascinated by the refreshing characters, and am excited to see the future along with them. Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Professor: The title Chimera Project made me think of chimera monsters, but I was surprised at how wrong I was. They're so cute! Cuteness is overflowing all over! It makes me want to cherish them. ―― How was it to play the character and sing the character theme song? Kitou Akari as Monday: In recording the character's voice and song, Yuuki-san said, "You don't have to make a voice. I think your usual voice perfectly matches Monday," so I could perform with a relaxed, easy-going voice, almost the same as my natural voice. The catchy melody and lyrics of the character theme song created an amazing world, and I couldn't stop singing it for the whole day, after the recording! It was fun to sing along with everyone, each with a strong personality, and I really enjoyed singing in different styles for regular Monday and awakened Monday! Kotobuki Minako as Tuesday: The first recording made me tense as usual. Also, now that I live in the U.K., the remote recording in a studio in Japan made me a bit anxious at first. But Tuesday said, "I'm the best!" and went on with high spirits and tried several patterns for the take. I myself also enjoyed the recording, and I want to thank Tuesday for making me feel that way! Amemiya Sora as Wednesday: It felt fresh to play a character with beautiful looks but is boyish, and is a chimera. The recording for the character theme song was as if the cast members were there as Chimerios rather than people. The world that the song and lyrics depict is very unique, and each of the processes, such as the adlibs we recorded in front of the song in words incomprehensible to humans, was like building up their world, and I really enjoyed it. Tamura Mutsumi as Thursday: I couldn't resist the motherly character, both cute and cool! I also love how his hardship exudes. Thursday isn't good at singing, which I can empathize with, since I get nervous for the recordings... But I enjoyed the synchronization with him in starting nervous and tense, but gradually enjoying the singing. Hayami Saori as Friday: Friday is cheerful and sociable, but I think he also has a melancholic and delicate side hidden within. Fundamentally, he's an entertainer, who loves to communicate with others and entertain them, so I tried to portray that side of him in the character theme song. The song itself has a fun vibe of everyone singing together and Yuuki-san's lyrics were so cute! I had a great time singing it. Sakura Ayane as Saturday: It may be the first time for me to sing in a character song so freely. They really let me perform the way I wanted. Yuuki-san gave me great advice before the recording, telling me that I should subtract the extra from my full performance. But I don't know if I subtracted or added in the recording for the song, haha. Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Professor: In a word, he's perverted. But not in a way that makes trouble for the chimeras. He's those "lovable" weirdos. I had a good time playing him. Kind, full of curiosity, faithful to his own desires, and above all... He pervertedly loves the chimeras. ―― Any words for your fans? Kitou Akari as Monday: I'm truly flattered to be able to join this project, so I'll do my best to make this project enjoyable for all the fans as both a performer and a fan! I hope you'll immerse yourself in the cute and mysterious world of the Chimerios! Kotobuki Minako as Tuesday: Isn't it exciting that the days of the week, which we are so familiar with, are given such cute portrayals? (laughs) It's interesting how you can empathize with the sense of each day of the week and discover new emotions towards each day, through the characters. They all have pure minds and are so cute, so I hope you will get to know them and love them! Please enjoy! Amemiya Sora as Wednesday: I haven't had many opportunities to play an animal character, and this was a new genre of anime to me, so at first, I was quite nervous, but as I got familiar with their story, I got to love them more and more, and I realized that this is how you open doors to new worlds. This project is a door and also is a key to the door to people like me. We look forward to seeing you. Tamura Mutsumi as Thursday: I'm really excited by the thought of being able to be part of this project! It's completely original, and there'll probably be many stories I don't know, but I want to take my time to enjoy each story. The cute and unique characters having a good time will surely soothe your heart. Let's take a look into the Kimerios' live together! Hayami Saori as Friday: Since the characters are inspired by the days of the week, something we all are familiar with, so I think you will enjoy the show with empathy with each character. I hope you will enjoy imagining the relationship each character has with each other. The song is cute and has a sound expanse like that of a parade. You can feel the characters' individuality at key points, so please listen carefully to the details, too! Sakura Ayane as Saturday: If the mysterious Chimerios are stuck in the back of your mind, you're probably already a fan of this title. Let's go see the future of the Chimerios together! Matsuoka Yoshitsugu as Professor: I'm sure this work will soothe everyone's hearts. Wanting to know what happens to the characters, wanting to watch over them... You will feel various emotions flowing from your heart. Let's create the future of these chimeras together! (C) 2020 Chimera Project

The release date of the TV anime "So I'm a Spider, So What?" has been decided. The new cast, 2nd key visual, and 1st PV have also been revealed. It will premiere on Jan. 8, 2021, on TOKYO MX, AT-X, and other channels. "So I'm a Spider, So What?" is based on a light novel written by Baba Okina and published by Kadokawa Books. It depicts a mysterious survival that a high school girl 'I' (Voiced by Yuki Aoi) is reincarnated as a spider-monster, and struggles to survive with knowledge as a human and her extremely positive attitude. The visual released features the protagonist 'I', whose body was split into four parts, and human characters. The PV features Kumoko, who knows a lot about 'I', and some of 25 reincarnations. As new cast, Horie Shun, Toyama Nao, Ishikawa Kaito, and Enoki Junya have been announced. Horie will play the role of Shun, who is the fourth Prince of the Kingdom of Analeit and used to be a normal high school boy, and Toyama will play the role of Katia, who is the daughter of a prince family and has been a best friend of Shun from her previous life. Ishikawa will play the role of Hugo, who is a prince of an empire and used to be a class leader, and Enoki will play Julius, who is an older brother of Shun and highly respected. Also, Ogura Yui, Kitamura Eri, Okuno Kaya, and Tanaka Aimi have been announced as cast. Furthermore, the opening theme will be performed by Azuna Riko, and the ending theme will be a character song performed by 'I' (CV: Yuki Aoi). Both singles will be released on Jan. 27, 2021. Comments from them have arrived. The TV anime "So I'm a Spider, So What?" will premiere on Jan. 8, 2021, on TOKYO MX, AT-X, and other channels. Full comments are below. Azuna Riko as an opening artist I am Azuna Riko, and will perform the opening theme 'keep weaving your spider way'. I was excited and wondering how Kumoko-chan got over problems, and finished reading the original novel. I am looking forward to seeing how the battle scenes are depicted in the anime! I have sung the opening theme, thinking 'I will live through my life! (life as a spider)' and 'I will never give up!'. The everyday life that we used to take for granted is unstable today, and we are trying to step forward, so I would like to send you a message 'never give up to live through'. Please look forward to it. 'I' (CV: Yuki Aoi) as an ending artist I am always messing around through the main story, and I apologize for behaving the same in the ending as well. You are the only ones who look over Kumo-chan's lonely life with a warm heart. Please do not abandon me. (cry) Please enjoy the main story and songs which will change the negative to positive! Ohhhhh!!! (C)Baba Okina, Kiryu Tsukasa / KADOKAWA / So I'm a Spider, So What? Production Committee