Fans eagerly awaiting the Kusunoki’s Garden of Gods anime can now celebrate the Harvest Moon with a brand-new, ethereal visual! This captivating artwork, released by KADOKAWA, provides a glimpse into the enchanting world of the upcoming series, which is based on Enju’s light novel, beautifully illustrated by ox.
Adding to the excitement, two new stellar voice actors have been announced to join the divine ensemble. Yoshiki Nakajima, known for his role as Tetora Nagumo in Ensemble Stars!, will lend his voice to Fujin, while Daiki Kobayashi, recognized as Saki Mizushima in THE IDOLM@STER SideM, will portray Raijin. Character visuals for both Fujin and Raijin were also unveiled, giving fans a first look at these pivotal figures.
The original Kusunoki’s Garden of Gods story first captured hearts on the Shosetsuka ni Naro website in 2021. Its popularity quickly led to full publication by ASCII Media Works later that same year, alongside a charming manga adaptation. To date, Japan has seen the release of ten light novel volumes and four manga volumes. For English-speaking audiences, Yen Press has been publishing the series, with the third volume slated for release on November 11.
More intriguing details about the anime adaptation are set to be revealed at Animate Girls Festival 2025 on November 9, so fans should mark their calendars!
The series itself promises a delightful and mystical journey: The arrival of the lively kirin and the serious ho’o brings an even more vibrant and sacred atmosphere to the Kusunoki household. As the garden of gods transforms into spring at the whim of the Yamagami, Minato and the other residents enjoy tranquil days filled with cherry blossom viewing and savoring seasonal treats. New celestial beings frequently wander into this magical garden, and Minato himself embarks on journeys into other kami realms, truly embodying springtime as a season of fresh beginnings. However, amidst this serene beauty, the onmyoji find themselves tirelessly battling the surge of evil spirits that unfailingly emerge during this time of year, adding a thrilling undercurrent to the divine peace.