Get ready for some serious cosplay vibes! Shinichi Fukuda's hit manga, "My Dress-Up Darling" (also known as "Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru"), which was announced for an anime adaptation back in April, dropped its first promotional video and main voice cast on October 25th, confirming its premiere in January 2021.
"My Dress-Up Darling" has been serialized in SQUARE ENIX's "Young Gangan" since January 2018, with seven tankobon volumes released to date. (Tong Li Publishing handles the Taiwanese release, currently up to volume 6).
The story follows Wakana Gojo, a shy high schooler who dreams of becoming a Hina doll craftsman, and Marin Kitagawa, the super-popular girl at school. These two seemingly opposite worlds collide thanks to cosplay, sparking an unexpected connection. What kind of sparks will fly between this unlikely duo?
As for the voice cast, Shoya Ishige, known for his role as Arioka Yumi in "Godzilla Singular Point," was tapped to voice Wakana Gojo. Meanwhile, Hina Suguta, who voiced Toko Kirigaya in "BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!", brought Marin Kitagawa to life. Both actors were relatively new to major anime roles at the time, making "My Dress-Up Darling" a fantastic showcase for their talents.
Animation production was handled by CloverWorks, the studio behind acclaimed titles like "DARLING in the FRANXX," "Horimiya," "Wonder Egg Priority," and "Shadows House." The initial PV looked fantastic, and fans were hyped for more details!
This series is genuinely charming and has many readers shipping the main characters hard! While the title might sound niche, it's packed with cool insights into the world of cosplay crafting. Its unique style really sets it apart. If you're curious, definitely check out the manga or dive into the anime!
▼ "My Dress-Up Darling" Promotional Video
STAFF
Original Work: Shinichi Fukuda (Serialized in "Young Gangan" by Square Enix)
Director: Keisuke Shinohara
Series Composition/Script: Yoriko Tomita
Character Design/Chief Animation Director: Kazumasa Ishida
Music: Takeshi Nakatsuka
Sound Director: Akiko Fujita
Animation Production: CloverWorks
CAST
Marin Kitagawa: Hina Suguta
Wakana Gojo: Shouya Ishige
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