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GROW UP SHOW ~Sunflower Circus~

2026
Japanese Anime

From Director Kanta Kamei, Original Character Designer Kurehito Misaki, and Production by A-1 Pictures plus Psyde Kick Studio, the creative team behind Saekano -How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend-, comes a new original animation!

In the 1950s, set against the backdrop of Japan at the very height of its era of rapid economic growth—a time when the circus stood at the center of entertainment, seamlessly woven into the fabric of people’s daily lives.

Vying for a coveted spot in the Circus Collection—a global festival open only to the world’s most elite troupes—countless circus companies travel across Japan, performing as they go and engaging in fierce daily competition.

As the story unfolds, the Sunflower Circus is being led by its ringmaster, Maria.
While struggling valiantly against their perpetual financial woes as they tour from town to town, the Sunflower Circus receives a new arrival: Mizuka Tsurumaki—a true circus prodigy—who joins their ranks due to certain circumstances.

Was Mizuka’s run in with the Sunflower Circus a matter of chance or destiny…?

The one-of-a-kind circus show envisioned by girls chasing their dreams—let the show begin!

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Staff/Cast

STAFF

Original Work: Circus Collection Association
Director: Kanta Kamei
Original Character Concepts: Kurehito Misaki
Series Composition: Takeshi Kikuchi
Character Design / Chief Animation Director: Kazutoshi Makino
Assistant Director: Satsuki Takahashi
Action Director: Masaki Inada
Picture Book Design / Effects Design: Ayane Matsumoto
Historical Research: Junko Yamada
Image Boards: Munashichi
Art Director: Takumi Hashimoto
Art Settings: Eiko Tsunado
Art Layouts: Mikiya Hiragi
Color Design: Kanako Hokari
CG Director: Mizuho Kanda
Director of Photography: Toshiaki Aoshima
Editor: Kentaro Tsubone
Sound Director: Akiko Fujita
Music: Yugo Kanno
Production: A-1 Pictures / Psyde Kick Studio

CAST

Mizuka Tsurumaki (VA: Tomoka Noda)
A carefree and free-spirited girl endowed with exceptionally high physical abilities. Although she possesses plenty of initiative, her tendency to make tactless remarks—without ever reading the room—invariably earns her the ire of those around her. Due to a certain set of circumstances, she eventually crosses paths with the Sunflower Circus.

Ouka Kawasumi (VA: Shiori Kurosaki)
The star performer of the Sunflower Circus, she takes on the role of the “Flyer”—soaring through the air on the trapeze. Earnest and dedicated, she nonetheless possesses a touch of endearing absent-mindedness.

Imari Agano (VA: Reo Osanai)
A timid and scatterbrained magician. Although reserved, she is thoughtful of others and deeply devoted to her companions. She often assists Rin.

Isuzu Ikazuchi (VA: Nanako Ando)
A timid and scatterbrained magician. Although reserved, she is thoughtful of others and deeply devoted to her companions. She often assists Rin.

Aoi Yura (VA: Tomori Kusunoki)
She works as an acrobat alongside her twin younger sister, Akane. Although she appears gentle and laid-back, she is actually quite observant of those around her.

Akane Yura (VA: Yuko Natsuyoshi
She works as an acrobat alongside her twin older sister, Aoi. She adores Aoi, but generally treats everyone else with a rather rough and dismissive attitude.

Shizuku Sakawa (VA: Yuna Kamakura)
She serves as the “catcher,” receiving the performers as they soar through the air on the trapeze. She is earnest, possesses a strong sense of responsibility, and is very caring toward others. She and Svietlana have known each other for a long time.

Svietlana (VA: Yuka Iwahashi)
She specializes in “Aerial Silks”—performing acrobatic feats in mid-air using fabric. Highly professional, she is both strict and composed. She is affectionately admired by the troupe members, who refer to her as “Sister Svie.”

Maria (VA: Rie Kugimiya)
The ringmaster of the Sunflower Circus. Although an adult, she possesses such a diminutive stature that she is frequently mistaken for a child. While she can be somewhat forceful at times, she is deeply respected and beloved by the members of her troupe. As a performer within the circus, she serves as a clown.

Rin Mamiya (VA: Ai Kayano)
The accountant for the Sunflower Circus, possessing a gentle and mild-mannered demeanor. She is constantly plagued by worries stemming from the troupe’s chronic financial shortages. In addition to managing the finances, she is also responsible for arranging meals for the members and overseeing their medical care, thereby supporting the troupe in a multitude of ways.

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