Undoubtedly, the ‘Love Live’ franchise is one of the most recognized and successful anime franchises of this decade. It recently announced a new spinoff anime to debut this summer called Genjitsu no Yohane -Sunshine in the Mirror.
The new series has created a buzz among fans as the spinoff series takes place in a fantasy world totally different from the Love Live series. The story is about Yoshiko Tsushima in the harbor town of Numazu. Never being able to fit in with the people, Yoshiko sets off on a journey in hopes of finding her own place in this world.
To fuel the hype even more, Genjitsu no Yohane: Sunshine in the Mirror, the spinoff anime of Love Live! Sunshine!! has unveiled its second promotional video previewing its opening theme song, “Genjitsu Mysterium,” by the series’ idol group Aqours. The anime has also confirmed its premiere date on July 2, 2023.
The promotional video also revealed more cast members for the series, which include:
| Character | Cast | Other Works |
| Yohane | Aika Kobayashi | Tenma (Farewell, My Dear Cramer) |
| Hanamaru | Kanako Takatsuki | Ayano (Love and Lies) |
| Dia | Arisa Komiya | Erika (Kemono Jihen) |
| Ruby | Ai Furihata | Saku (Orange) |
| Chika | Anju Inami | Yumi (Wonder Momo) |
| Kanan | Nanaka Suwa | Yui (BOFURI) |
| Riko | Rikako Aida | Shino (Val x Lover) |
As for the staff that will be working behind the scenes to make sure that the upcoming series is a success, they include:
| Position | Staff | Other Works |
| Director | Asami Nakatani | Ensemble Stars!! |
| Script Supervisor | Toshiya Ono | 86 |
| Character Designer | Yumiko Yamamoto | Sword Art Online |
| Music Composer | Tatsuya Kato | Free! |
Well, that’s all, people. The upcoming series ‘Genjitsu no Yohane -Sunshine in the Mirror-’ looks really promising, and honestly, I haven’t watched the Love Live series, but this upcoming anime is going on my watch list for sure.
About Genjitsu no Yohane: Sunshine in the Mirror
Genjitsu no Yohane: Sunshine in the Mirror is a spin-off from the Love Live! Sunshine!! series. The series is produced by Bandai Namco Filmworks, directed by Asami Nakatani, and written by Toshiya Ono, with Yumiko Yamamoto designing the characters.
With the chuunibyou Yoshiko Tsushima as the protagonist, the story reimagines the members of Aqours in the fictional land of Numazu. Yoshiko is a fortune teller named Yohane who goes on an adventure to find a place she truly belongs to.
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