Twin Engine treated fans to a thrilling climax to the upcoming anime film “Gekijōban Mononoke: Karakasa” with the release of the full trailer and key visuals on Thursday.
The trailer not only provides an exciting preview of the film's visuals and action scenes, but also introduces the new cast and previews the theme song “Love Sick” by singer Aina The End.
Among the newly announced cast are some familiar names in the anime industry, including Kana Hanazawa, who will play Kitagawa, a maid admired by main character Asa.
In addition, Haruka Tomatsu stars as Botan Ōtomo, a maid of a prestigious family, and Yōko Hikasa voices Fuki Tokita, a beloved character despite her lowly commoner status.
The cast also includes talented actors such as Yūko Kaida, Yukana, Yūki Kaji, Jun Fukuyama, Daisuke Hosomi, Miyu Irino and Kenjiro Tsuda, adding depth and richness to the film's characters.
The film is scheduled to open in Japan on July 26 and is highly anticipated by fans.” Originally scheduled for release last year, the film has faced delays, with the production team announcing in February 2023 that Takahiro Sakurai will no longer voice the Medicine Seller as expected.
Instead, Hiroshi Kamiya will take on the role of the main character, ensuring a great performance for audiences to enjoy.
With its critically acclaimed cast, plot and impressive visuals, “Gekijōban Mononoke: Karakasa” promises to be an unforgettable cinematic experience for fans of the series as well as newcomers. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches!