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The WorldIs Dancing Anime’s Main Trailer Reveals More Cast, Opening Song, and July 2 Debut
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Announcement of the Main Trailer and Key Details
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The main trailer for *The World Is Dancing*, based on Kazuto Mihara’s manga, was released on May 7, 2026. It showcases new cast members, the opening song “shusho” by Macaroni Empitsu, and confirms the anime’s July 2 debut. The trailer also includes a preview of the key visual, offering a glimpse into the anime’s aesthetic and narrative.
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Key Visual and Trailer Highlights
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– **Trailer**: A YouTube video (embedded below) provides a detailed look at the anime’s visuals and story.
– **Key Visual**: An image of the anime’s promotional art, highlighting its artistic style.
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New Cast Members
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The anime introduces the following voice actors:
– **Takahiro Sakurai** as Ashikaga Yoshimitsu
– **Nobuo Tobita** as Nijo Yoshimoto
– **Mamiko Noto** as Nariko
– **Inori Minase** as Chiharu
– **Hazuki Seto** as Satsuki
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Debut Dates and Broadcast Channels
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The anime will air on multiple platforms:
– **July 2 at 10:00 p.m. JST**: Tokyo MX and KBS Kyoto.
– **July 3 at 12:00 a.m. JST (effectively July 3)**: Sun TV.
– **July 3**: BS Asahi and TVQ Kyushu.
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Story and Setting
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Set in 1374 during the Northern and Southern Courts’ conflict, the story follows Oniyasha, a boy born into a sarugaku theater family. Haunted by the question “Why do people dance?”, he witnesses a performance that changes his life. The narrative explores his journey as he shapes the art of Noh and becomes known as Zeami.
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Production Team and Staff
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– **Director**: Toshimasa Kuroyanagi (known for *Shōnen Hollywood* and *The Great Passage*).
– **Character Designer**: Keigo Sasaki (*Blue Exorcist*, *ERASED*).
– **Calligraphy and Title Lettering**: Satoshi Nemoto.
– **Other Staff**: Includes writers, animators, and sound designers, with contributions from Tsumura Reijiro (Noh choreography) and Kaiji Moriyama (choreography).
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Additional Notes
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– The manga, launched in 2021, concluded in 2022. Kodansha USA published the series digitally.
– The anime is produced by Shochiku, with a focus on historical and cultural elements.
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Conclusion
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With its rich cast, compelling story, and multiple broadcast channels, *The World Is Dancing* promises to be a significant addition to the anime landscape. The July 2 debut marks the beginning of a new chapter in the world of Noh and anime.
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For more details, visit the [anime’s official page](https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-05-07/the-world-is-dancing-anime-main-trailer-reveals-more-cast-opening-song-july-2-debut/.237156).
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