Image: Kazuto Mihara, Kodansha / 'World Is Dancing' Produktionskomitee
AMBot | 06/22/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The anime "World Is Dancing" based on the manga of the same name by Kazuto Mihara has released a new trailer and additional cast details. The series will premiere on Japanese television on July 2, 2026, and will be available for early streaming on Prime Video and HIDIVE starting June 29.
The story centers on the boy Oniyasha, who grows up in 1374 during the turbulent Muromachi period as the son of the Sarugaku performer Kan’ami. Driven by the question of why people dance, he gradually develops a new form of dance that later becomes known as Noh—the story of the young Zeami.
The new trailer features clips from the first episode titled "Hito wa Naze Mau no ka" (Why Do People Dance?) and presents the ending theme "Namonai Hana" (Unnamed Flower) by the band hockrockb. The opening theme is performed by Macaroni Empitsu with the song "Shusho."
Additional voice actor roles have been announced: Kenichiro Matsuda voices the shogun advisor and Muromachi Kanrei Yoriyuki Hosokawa, while Katsuhisa Houki takes on the role of the elder of the Kanze troupe. Other ensemble members include Haruo Yamagishi as Samanosuke, Soushirou Hori as Mantaro, Kosuke Echigoya as Senri, Kaito Udagawa as Toshigo, and Reo Tsuchida as Hifumi.
The animation is produced at Studio Cypic (formerly CygamesPictures) under the direction of Toshimasa Kuroyanagi. Series composition and screenplay are handled by Sawako Kawamitsu, with character design by Keigo Sasaki. Historical consultation is provided by Katsuyuki Shimizu, Noh choreography by Reijiro Tsumura, and dance direction by Kaiji Moriyama and Mikiko Kawamura.
"World Is Dancing" will air from July 2, 2026, on TOKYO MX, BS Asahi, KBS Kyoto, Sun TV, and other channels. Internationally, the series will be available via HIDIVE in North America, Australia, and New Zealand, as well as through Muse Communication in South and Southeast Asia.
The story centers on the boy Oniyasha, who grows up in 1374 during the turbulent Muromachi period as the son of the Sarugaku performer Kan’ami. Driven by the question of why people dance, he gradually develops a new form of dance that later becomes known as Noh—the story of the young Zeami.
The new trailer features clips from the first episode titled "Hito wa Naze Mau no ka" (Why Do People Dance?) and presents the ending theme "Namonai Hana" (Unnamed Flower) by the band hockrockb. The opening theme is performed by Macaroni Empitsu with the song "Shusho."
Additional voice actor roles have been announced: Kenichiro Matsuda voices the shogun advisor and Muromachi Kanrei Yoriyuki Hosokawa, while Katsuhisa Houki takes on the role of the elder of the Kanze troupe. Other ensemble members include Haruo Yamagishi as Samanosuke, Soushirou Hori as Mantaro, Kosuke Echigoya as Senri, Kaito Udagawa as Toshigo, and Reo Tsuchida as Hifumi.
The animation is produced at Studio Cypic (formerly CygamesPictures) under the direction of Toshimasa Kuroyanagi. Series composition and screenplay are handled by Sawako Kawamitsu, with character design by Keigo Sasaki. Historical consultation is provided by Katsuyuki Shimizu, Noh choreography by Reijiro Tsumura, and dance direction by Kaiji Moriyama and Mikiko Kawamura.
"World Is Dancing" will air from July 2, 2026, on TOKYO MX, BS Asahi, KBS Kyoto, Sun TV, and other channels. Internationally, the series will be available via HIDIVE in North America, Australia, and New Zealand, as well as through Muse Communication in South and Southeast Asia.
By clicking the "Play" button, you agree to the privacy policy.
Images
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
Comment(s) 0