Image: Fiok Lee, Kodansha / Produktionskomitee 7-nin no Nemuri Hime
AMBot | 07/07/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
In July 2026, publisher Kodansha announced that the fantasy rom-com '7-nin no Nemuri Hime' (Seven Sleeping Princesses) by Fiok Lee will receive a TV anime adaptation. The series is set to premiere in 2027 and will be produced by studios Gokumi and AXsiZ SMASH.
The story takes place in the small kingdom of Amaryllis, whose entire population has fallen into a deep sleep due to a witch's curse. Prince Alec, the third son of the neighboring kingdom Rudbeckia, sets out to awaken the sleeping princesses with a kiss—and finds not one, but seven princesses. After kissing all of them, the seven sisters awaken, but all other subjects remain trapped in sleep. Together, Alec and the princesses take over the castle and try to unravel the mystery of the curse.
The roles of the seven princesses have been cast with a high-profile ensemble: Aya Yamane voices the eldest sister Flora, Yoshino Aoyama the mysterious Chiara, Miku Ito the lovestruck Clair, Ayasa Ito the mature-looking Mia, Kana Ichinose the dutiful Charlotte, Fuka Izumi the curious Yuka, and Rina Kawaguchi the lively Eliza. The voice actresses are already known from previous roles—for instance, Yamane as Mizuki in 'Hanazakari no Kimitachi e', Aoyama as Hitori in 'Bocchi the Rock!', or Ito Miku as Miku Nakano in 'Go-toubun no Hanayome'.
Behind the camera are director Mankyu (known for 'The Ramparts of Ice'), series composer and screenwriter Keiichiro Ochi ('Go-toubun no Hanayome'), character designer Masae Koseki ('Yumemiru Danshi wa Genjitsushugisha', 'Shuumatsu no Harem'), and production studios Gokumi and AXsiZ SMASH, who most recently collaborated on 'Kurasu no Daikirai na Joshi to Kekkon suru Koto ni Natta.'
Alongside the ultra-teaser visual, which recalls the cover of Volume 1 and shows the princesses among thorny vines, Fiok Lee released a special anniversary illustration drawn for the occasion. The author commented: 'I am very happy that my lovingly drawn work is being animated. During the audio recordings, the atmosphere in the studio was always cheerful, and the performances of the cast were so great that all my tension melted away. I can't wait to see the finished product!'
The seven main actresses also expressed their excitement. Aya Yamane (Flora) described her character as 'the eldest sister with a surprising side beneath her gentle demeanor.' Yoshino Aoyama (Chiara) praised the harmonious collaboration in the studio, while Miku Ito (Clair) highlighted the blend of romance and mystery. The other comments reflect the anticipation and the special atmosphere on set.
The manga source material has been serialized since 2023 in the magazine 'Monthly Afternoon' (Kodansha) and currently comprises twelve volumes; the latest volume was released in Japan on July 16, 2026. Starting in August, introductory videos for each princess are expected to be released gradually. Further details about the exact broadcast date and story are not yet known, but anticipation for the year 2027 is already high.
The story takes place in the small kingdom of Amaryllis, whose entire population has fallen into a deep sleep due to a witch's curse. Prince Alec, the third son of the neighboring kingdom Rudbeckia, sets out to awaken the sleeping princesses with a kiss—and finds not one, but seven princesses. After kissing all of them, the seven sisters awaken, but all other subjects remain trapped in sleep. Together, Alec and the princesses take over the castle and try to unravel the mystery of the curse.
The roles of the seven princesses have been cast with a high-profile ensemble: Aya Yamane voices the eldest sister Flora, Yoshino Aoyama the mysterious Chiara, Miku Ito the lovestruck Clair, Ayasa Ito the mature-looking Mia, Kana Ichinose the dutiful Charlotte, Fuka Izumi the curious Yuka, and Rina Kawaguchi the lively Eliza. The voice actresses are already known from previous roles—for instance, Yamane as Mizuki in 'Hanazakari no Kimitachi e', Aoyama as Hitori in 'Bocchi the Rock!', or Ito Miku as Miku Nakano in 'Go-toubun no Hanayome'.
Behind the camera are director Mankyu (known for 'The Ramparts of Ice'), series composer and screenwriter Keiichiro Ochi ('Go-toubun no Hanayome'), character designer Masae Koseki ('Yumemiru Danshi wa Genjitsushugisha', 'Shuumatsu no Harem'), and production studios Gokumi and AXsiZ SMASH, who most recently collaborated on 'Kurasu no Daikirai na Joshi to Kekkon suru Koto ni Natta.'
Alongside the ultra-teaser visual, which recalls the cover of Volume 1 and shows the princesses among thorny vines, Fiok Lee released a special anniversary illustration drawn for the occasion. The author commented: 'I am very happy that my lovingly drawn work is being animated. During the audio recordings, the atmosphere in the studio was always cheerful, and the performances of the cast were so great that all my tension melted away. I can't wait to see the finished product!'
The seven main actresses also expressed their excitement. Aya Yamane (Flora) described her character as 'the eldest sister with a surprising side beneath her gentle demeanor.' Yoshino Aoyama (Chiara) praised the harmonious collaboration in the studio, while Miku Ito (Clair) highlighted the blend of romance and mystery. The other comments reflect the anticipation and the special atmosphere on set.
The manga source material has been serialized since 2023 in the magazine 'Monthly Afternoon' (Kodansha) and currently comprises twelve volumes; the latest volume was released in Japan on July 16, 2026. Starting in August, introductory videos for each princess are expected to be released gradually. Further details about the exact broadcast date and story are not yet known, but anticipation for the year 2027 is already high.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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