Description
"Wandance" centers around Kaboku, a high school student who has always felt out of place due to his reserved nature and lack of confidence. His life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters Youka, a spirited and talented dancer who exudes passion and energy. Intrigued by her free-spirited approach to life, Kaboku becomes drawn to the world of street dance, a realm that initially feels foreign and intimidating to him. Despite his initial hesitations, he decides to join the school’s dance club, where he begins to explore his own potential and confront his insecurities.
The narrative delves into Kaboku’s journey of self-discovery as he navigates the challenges of learning to dance, building relationships with his peers, and finding his voice in a competitive and expressive art form. The series highlights the dynamics within the dance club, showcasing the diverse personalities and struggles of its members, including Youka, whose unwavering dedication to dance inspires Kaboku. As Kaboku immerses himself in the world of dance, he gradually learns to embrace his individuality and overcome the societal pressures that have long held him back.
Themes of perseverance, self-expression, and personal growth are central to the story, as Kaboku and his peers face both internal and external obstacles. The series balances moments of intense physical training and dance performances with quieter, introspective scenes that explore the characters’ motivations and emotional struggles. Through its portrayal of dance as a medium for connection and transformation, "Wandance" offers a compelling exploration of identity, ambition, and the power of art to bring people together.
The narrative delves into Kaboku’s journey of self-discovery as he navigates the challenges of learning to dance, building relationships with his peers, and finding his voice in a competitive and expressive art form. The series highlights the dynamics within the dance club, showcasing the diverse personalities and struggles of its members, including Youka, whose unwavering dedication to dance inspires Kaboku. As Kaboku immerses himself in the world of dance, he gradually learns to embrace his individuality and overcome the societal pressures that have long held him back.
Themes of perseverance, self-expression, and personal growth are central to the story, as Kaboku and his peers face both internal and external obstacles. The series balances moments of intense physical training and dance performances with quieter, introspective scenes that explore the characters’ motivations and emotional struggles. Through its portrayal of dance as a medium for connection and transformation, "Wandance" offers a compelling exploration of identity, ambition, and the power of art to bring people together.
Cast
- Usen Takumi
- Hitomi Shimoda
- Rame Tokiwa
- Aika Naitō
- Miru ŌmoriLeona Renee
- Yura NigamiMiya Kodama
- Aoi TachiKana Shimanuki
- Sakura KamiBella Stine
- Kona ŌkōuchiHaven Schneider
- Assei
- Uria
- Kokoro
- Tatsuya
- Mora Kuroe
- Kokoro ShimodaMiyuki Wakayama
- Shiki KannoHaruka Satō
- On Miyao
- Macchin
- Monme HiraiMiya Kodama
- Moa Mukogawa
- Rin IshikawaSkyla I'Lece
- Sayaka TakadaBella Stine
- ChunTyler MenjivarShoma Uno
- Anna Itami
- Aoi Date
- Yura Nikami
Comment(s)
Staff
- Original creatorCoffee
- ScriptMichiya Katō
- Unit Director
- Character DesignTaiki ImamuraSatoshi Tasaki
- ArtYouichi WatanabeMomoko Hiroe
- Animation DirectorShinichi MiyamaeYurie KuniyukiMasaki HinataSatoshi TasakiYūichi KarasawaFumiaki MurakamiRan Young KimByung Seok LeeHee Jae KwonKyung Ok GuJung Rim KimHonami TakeuchiYoshiko ShimizuGeun Young BaeJung Hwa ChoSeung Sook ShinSeung-Woo NohHye Min HanKyōko TakeuchiSo Jung KimYun Ju AnHee-sun Jang
- 3D DirectorTomohisa ShitaraYūki Akiyama
- Director of PhotographyDaichi Iseki
- DirectorMichiya Katō
- StoryboardKōji SawaiMasanori ShinoMichiya KatōYurie KuniyukiMasaki MatsumuraKazumasa Isogawa
- MusicNaoki "naotyu-" Chiba
- Art DirectorYouichi Watanabe
- Chief Animation DirectorTaiki ImamuraSatoshi Tasaki
- Art designHideki Satō
- Sound DirectorShōji Hata
- ProducerSumire ItoYuki YoshidaTakehiro OkajimaAiri SawadaAkira YonezawaMayo Arita
Production
- ProductionKodanshaAsmik Ace, Inc.MadhouseTV AsahiCyclone Graphics inc
- Animation ProductionMadhouseCyclone Graphics inc
Music
Insert songs
Ep. 1
“Scatman (Ski-ba-bop-ba-dop-bop)”
Ep. 2
“Catch the Vibe”
Ep. 2
“City Lights”
Ep. 2
“Closer”
Ep. 2
“One Chance”
Ep. 3
“Easy Breathing”
Ep. 3
“Show Me”
Ep. 6
“Flame on Higher”
Ep. 6
“Passion”
Ep. 8
“I don't wanna feel this way”
Ep. 8
“Red Mind”
Ep. 8
“TRASHURE”
Ep. 9
“Body Language”
Ep. 9
“Break Down”
Ep. 9
“SE4 2SH”
Ep. 10
“DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY”
Ep. 10
“Hard to earn”
Ep. 10
“I'm just into”
Ep. 10
“Wha gwan”
Ep. 11
“Brockley”
Ep. 11
“Check me out”
Ep. 11
“Gotcha”
Ep. 11
“Uh Uh Uh”
Ep. 11
“WAY UP”
Ep. 12
“Body”
Ep. 12
“DIVE”
Ep. 12
“LOOPHORIA”
Ep. 5, 10
“All or None”
Ep. 9-10
“DOGS WILL BE DOGS”
Ep. 1-2, 7, 12
“Get Something Out of Your Mind”
Ep. 3-4, 6
“Kujira”
Ep. 5, 11
“Not Competing”
Ep. 1, 3
“OFF THE SHADE ROOM”
Ep. 4, 9
“Samurai 2022ver.”
Ep. 8, 10
“WANDALAND”
Ep. 8, 10
“Who's next?”

