The official website and X handle for the Senpai Is an Otokonoko anime released a new promotional video on June 9, 2024, revealing two new cast members and the opening and ending theme songs for the series.
The opening theme song, titled “Wagamama,” and the ending theme song, titled “Are ga Koi Datta no ka na,” are both produced by the talented musical artist, Kujira.
Senpai Is an Otokonoko (Project No.9)
The two newly announced cast members are:
- Mai Nakahara as Makoto Hanaoka’s mother, Mika Hanaoka
- Kaori Maeda as Ryuuji Taiga’s younger sister, Konatsu Taiga
Previously announced cast members include:
- Shuuichirou Umeda as Makoto Hanaoka
- Akira Sekine as Saki Aoi
- Yuuma Uchida as Ryuuji Taiga
Senpai Is an Otokonoko anime is directed by Shinsuke Yanagi at Studio Project No.9, known for their work on Bottom-tier Character Tomozaki. Shouto Shinkai is responsible for character design, while Yoriko Tomita handles series composition, and Yukari Hashimoto composes the music.
Senpai Is an Otokonoko (Project No.9)
Crunchyroll describes the plot as a romantic story where Saki, after confessing her feelings to Makoto, discovers his secret but remains devoted to him. A love triangle ensues as Saki seeks advice from Ryuuji, Makoto’s childhood friend, leading to unexpected feelings between them.
The anime is set to premiere in Japan on July 5, 2024, at 12:55 a.m. JST and will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll and other platforms. With its storyline and talented production team, Senpai Is an Otokonoko anime is eagerly anticipated by fans for the Summer 2024 season.
