The first season of "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End" wrapped up to rave reviews, and now the second season is set to kick off this season! Today (1/14), it was announced that the hit anime will grace the cover of the March special edition of women's fashion magazine "CanCam," hitting shelves on January 22.
The cover features Frieren and the hero Himmel together, brought to life by an exclusive, newly drawn illustration from animation studio MADHOUSE. Inside, you'll find photos of their voice actors, Atsumi Tanezaki (Frieren) and Nobuhiko Okamoto (Himmel), striking the exact same poses!
While Frieren and Himmel usually sport white and light blue outfits in the series, they're getting a stylish monochrome makeover for "CanCam," rocking sophisticated black and white looks. This is a rare chance to see the characters in modern fashion!
The overall styling gives off a naturally chic, modern vibe. They're even wearing matching sneakers, and the design subtly incorporates "Bluemoon Weed," a flower with significant meaning in the story. Himmel's gaze towards Frieren is another major highlight, hinting at the deep bond between them.
The magazine also dedicates a massive special feature to "Frieren," reintroducing the wildly popular series to "CanCam" readers. Expect recommendations from "CanCam it girl" reader models, a look back at iconic lines and memorable scenes from the first season, and an exclusive interview with voice actors Atsumi Tanezaki and Nobuhiko Okamoto!
The voice actors' incredible performances and deep immersion in their roles are a huge part of "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End"'s massive appeal. Reflecting on Season 1, Atsumi Tanezaki shared: "Of course, I always think deeply about the story and characters before recording, but once I'm in the studio, I actually focus more on the present moment and interacting with the other actors."
Okamoto added: "I also place a lot of importance on dialogue with my scene partners. This isn't a show with a lot of obvious, 'cool' lines; instead, you feel many details through the flow of conversation. So, I aim to find the answers within our interactions."
What are their favorite scenes and most memorable lines? This issue is packed with more exciting interview content, including highlights for Season 2 and their insights and dedication to portraying their characters.
If you're curious, grab a copy at your local Japanese bookstore!
via： CanCam官網