The highly anticipated music drama anime, ‘Scenes from Awajima’ (Awajima Hyakkei), has finally lifted the curtain on its main cast and an official April 2026 broadcast date, all revealed in its thrilling first trailer. Fans can look forward to the talented Niina Nakabayashi lending her voice to Wakana Tabata, while Yo Taichi, known for her role as Guideau in ‘The Witch and the Beast,’ will voice Kinue Takehara. Both key characters offer a compelling preview in the newly released footage.
Alongside the trailer, the first captivating character visual for Wakana has been shared, with more stunning artwork for other characters promised over the next three months, building anticipation for the series.
Behind the scenes, a stellar team is bringing ‘Scenes from Awajima’ to life. Morio Asaka, acclaimed for his work on ‘Chihayafuru,’ is directing the anime at the renowned studio MADHOUSE. The series composition is handled by Yasuhiro Nakanishi (‘My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999’), with character designs crafted by Kunihiko Hamada (‘NANA’). The evocative music will be composed by Takahiro Obata (‘The Promised Neverland’), promising a rich auditory experience.
The anime is based on Takako Shimura’s original manga, ‘Awajima Opera School,’ which was recently licensed by Yen Press. The story invites us into the prestigious Awajima Opera School, a place where countless young girls gather from across the country, each holding onto the fervent hope of gracing the grand stage someday. As they relentlessly pursue their dreams of stardom, their journey at Awajima is a tapestry woven with threads of deep friendship, profound admiration, fierce competition, and inevitable jealousy. It’s a tender exploration of the intricate feelings shared between girls who are simultaneously classmates and rivals, captured beautifully through an ensemble cast. With a promising cast, a seasoned production team, and a compelling narrative, ‘Scenes from Awajima’ is shaping up to be a must-watch for anime enthusiasts in 2026.