Kyoto Animation’s much anticipated new project, City the Animation, has dropped a brand new character visual featuring its lively main trio, building excitement just days before its official release. The anime is set to premiere on July 6 and will stream exclusively on Amazon Prime. Adapted from Keiichi Arawi’s slice of life manga City, the anime is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated comedy releases of the summer
The newly released character visual showcases the three lead characters Midori Nagumo, Nikura, and Wako Izumi capturing the chaotic and humorous energy that defines Arawi’s work. The cast brings together some of anime’s most recognizable voices, with Mikako Komatsu playing Midori, Aki Toyosaki as Nikura, and Yui Ishikawa as Wako. Each actor brings a unique flavor to their role, perfectly reflecting the absurd, offbeat world that Arawi fans have come to love.
Helmed by director Taichi Ishidate, known for his work with Kyoto Animation, the series promises a colorful, fast paced take on city life through the lens of a broke college student and her equally quirky companions. The anime’s production team includes character designer and chief animation director Tamami Tokuyama, alongside a talented crew handling everything from color design to sound direction. Together, they aim to deliver a visually engaging and tonally faithful adaptation of the manga’s eccentric charm.
Adding to the show’s vibrant aesthetic is a pair of memorable theme songs. The opening track “Hello” by Furui Riho brings an upbeat energy that sets the tone for Midori’s daily misadventures, while the ending theme “LUCKY” by TOMOO provides a mellow, nostalgic touch. Both tracks are expected to complement the show’s dynamic humor and whimsical moments, adding another layer of personality to the viewing experience.
The original City manga ran from 2016 to 2021 in Kodansha’s Morning magazine and earned a loyal fanbase for its blend of slapstick humor and oddly relatable scenarios. The story follows Midori Nagumo, a college student constantly scheming to avoid eviction, trying every odd job and sketchy shortcut imaginable just to pay her rent. Caught between her demanding landlady and an unwilling friend, Midori stumbles through one chaotic misadventure after another. The series briefly ended with its thirteenth volume, only to surprise fans with a return in December 2024.
With City the Animation, viewers can expect the same unpredictable energy and absurd hilarity that made Nichijou: My Ordinary Life such a cult hit. Arawi’s signature style blends random humor with deep affection for his characters, making even the most mundane moments feel delightfully absurd. This adaptation has all the right ingredients to become a standout comedy this season, especially for fans craving a show that captures the madness and magic of everyday city life.
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