Kyoto Animation will release its first new anime in six years, “CITY THE ANIMATION,” based on the manga by “Nichijou” author Arawi Keiichi, in 2025. Along with the announcement, a voice-over teaser image was also released. announced cast includes Komatsu Mikako, Toyosaki Aki and Ishikawa Yui.
The original work of “CITY THE ANIMATION” is the girl-run comedy “CITY”, created by Arawi Keiichi, who is also known for “Nichijou”. The manga was serialized in the magazine “Morning” from 2016 to 2021. The story depicts the lives of slightly eccentric people living in an ordinary “CITY”, focusing on characters such as university students poverty Nagumo Midori, Niikura and Wako. This anime is directed by Ishidate Taichi, who is known for works such as “Beyond the Boundary” and “Violet Evergarden”.
The anime adaptation was revealed during Kyoto Animation 2025's new work presentation,” which was streamed on their official YouTube channel. Archived videos are available to view. The teaser image conveys the fun, toy-box-like nature of the series. The voice actors for the main characters have been announced: Komatsu Mikako as Nagumo Midori, Toyosaki Aki as Niikura and Ishikawa Yui as Wako. An introductory PV features a fun combination of live action and animation, highlighting the film's appeal.
To celebrate the anime announcement, Kodansha's “Comic DAYS” manga app is offering a time-limited free release of the original “CITY” manga, with the first 10 chapters available until January 27. 9 at 11:59 p.m. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of “CITY”.
Additionally, the anime's official website, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and TikTok accounts have also launched. Comments from Arawi Keiichi and director Ishidate Taichi were shared, and a follow-and-repost campaign on X will give away teaser posters to lucky participants. Stay tuned for more updates on “CITY THE ANIMATION”.
“CITY THE ANIMATION”
Scheduled to air in 2025!
〈Staff〉
Original work: Arawi Keiichi (“CITY”, “Morning” by Kodansha
Director: Ishidate Taichi
Animation production: Kyoto Animation
Nagumo Midori: Komatsu Mikako
Niikura: Toyosaki Aki
Izumi Wako: Ishikawa Yui
(C) Arawi Keiichi, Kodansha/CITY ANIMATION Production Committee
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