Fans of dark fantasy and profound romance, rejoice! The first official trailer for the ‘I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day’ anime has finally arrived, offering an exciting peek into the stunning visuals and atmospheric tone of this upcoming series. This initial reveal not only showcases the distinct animation style but also introduces us to more of the brilliant minds shaping its narrative.
Leading the charge is Director Takudai Kakuchi (known for ‘In the Heart of Kunoichi Tsubaki’) at ROLL2, with character designs expertly crafted by Kyoko Yufu (‘Delicious Party Precure’) and series composition handled by Jukki Hanada (‘Love Live! School Idol Project’). Yasushi Tomoda joins as assistant director, ensuring a cohesive vision. Further bolstering the production, the team includes Nana Nakayama for Prop Design, Eiko Tsunado and Junki Nakata (from Kusanagi) as Art Designer and Art Director respectively, Naomi Nakano and Yuka Nagai (from Stella) on Color Design, Tingzhen Xu (CygamesPictures) as Compositing Director, Kappei Chino (CHOTOTU) for 3D Direction, Misato Takikawa (REAL-T) managing Editing, Jin Akeagawa as Sound Director, and Yui Ando on Sound Effects. This robust team promises a truly immersive experience.
Mark your calendars: the series is slated to premiere in July 2026. For those unfamiliar with the captivating manga, the story, as described by its English publisher, plunges into a grim world where death is a constant companion. A mysterious orphanage serves as a training ground for children destined to become magical weapons of war. Among them is Sheena, a peace-loving soul yearning to end the endless conflict. Her world shifts dramatically one gruesome night when she encounters Mimi, an enigmatic girl covered in blood yet wearing a smile—a secret weapon, an immortal child soldier. As these two starkly different individuals become roommates, an undeniable tension and attraction begin to brew. The central question remains: how will Sheena, who cherishes life, navigate a relationship with someone who seemingly embraces death?