Kazuto Mihara 's manga, The World Is Dancing anime adaptation confirmed for the summer of 2026. production focuses on a historical drama set in the Muromachi and centers the story on the young Oniyasha , a character who would later become the legendary Zeami.
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The voice acting for the protagonist will be done by Yumiri Hanamori , who highlighted the emotional power of the work and the impact of finding what each person considers "good" in their own journey. Meanwhile, the narrative follows Oniyasha in his first encounters with the art of sarugaku, facing doubts, frustrations, and discoveries that shape his vision of the world and artistic expression.
The series will be directed by Toshimasa Kuroyanagi , known for his sensitive works focused on human development. Character design will be handled by Keigo Sasaki , while animation will be produced by CygamesPictures .
Furthermore, a visual teaser and the first trailer premiered on social media, reinforcing the artistic vision of the adaptation. Thus, World Is Dancing promises to combine story, emotion, and reflection in one of the most anticipated anime of the season.
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