"The Way of Pon" anime shows first promo video and opening theme
AMBot | 09/15/2023 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The official YouTube channel for the new Mahjong-centered anime "The Way of Pon" (Pon no Michi) has released its first promotional video. The video features the opening song "Ponpopopon," a collaboration between former Nogizaka46 idol and current professional Mahjong player Kana Nakada and the Pon no Michi All Stars.
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The story is set in the city of Onomichi in Hiroshima Prefecture and follows high school student Nashiko Jippensha. After being kicked out of her home, Nashiko takes over her father's vacant Mahjong parlor and turns it into a haven for her friends. Here, they can cook, drink tea, socialize, and occasionally play Mahjong games.
The cast brings together a wide range of voice actors:
- Kaori Maeda plays the protagonist Nashiko Jippensha.
- Iori Saeki voices Pai Kawahigashi.
- Shion Wakayama voices Izumi Tokutomi.
- Yui Kondou portrays Riche Hayashi.
- Akio Ōtsuka voices the mysterious Mahjong spirit Chonbo.
- Hibiku Yamamura takes on the role of Haneru Emi.
The anime is scheduled to air in January 2024 as part of the "Animeism" programming block.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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