Yuzumi Shintani stars in the 2025 series about a dog and his owner
Kodoani.com – Manga series “Kyō no Sanponta” (Today's Walk) by Riki Taoka is about to enter a new chapter when it is adapted into a television series, expected to premiere in 2025. This announcement was posted on the official X (Twitter) account of Monthly magazine Shonen Sunday belongs to Shogakukan publishing house. Notably, actress Yuzumi Shintani will take on the main role, bringing new life to this intimate and touching story.
“Kyō no Sanponta” tells the daily life of Ponta, a lovely dog, and his owner Rieko. With gentle moments and meaningful walks, the series deeply explores the bond between humans and pets. It is the simplicity and authenticity in storytelling that has helped the work quickly win the hearts of readers since its debut in Monthly Shonen Sunday magazine in April 2020. Shogakukan has currently published nine volumes, with the latest episode released on September 11.
Riki Taoka is not a strange name in the manga world, with outstanding works such as “Wagahai no Heya de Aru” (This Is My Room), a manga series that was adapted into a television series in 2017. This success promises that Kyō no Sanponta will also receive a warm reception from the audience when it airs.
The film not only brings lovely footage between Ponta and Rieko but also promises to recreate warm moments and profound messages about friendship, companionship, and unconditional love. Manga fans and animal lovers will surely look forward to every moment of this journey.
