by The upcoming TV anime ‘Breath of Fire’ has revealed two new cast members and character visuals ahead of its January 2027 premiere. Yoshino Aoyama will voice Oroka Sumeragi, while Momoka Terazawa will portray her younger twin sister, Shitataka Sumeragi.
Along with the casting announcement, character promotional videos featuring the two sisters have also been released, giving fans a closer look at their personalities and their connection to the world of makeup and beauty.
The newly revealed characters are members of the makeup school Mirror, where their contrasting personalities and approaches to makeup are expected to add another layer to the anime’s story.
Yoshino Aoyama and Momoka Terazawa Join the Cast
Oroka and Shitataka Sumeragi are twin sisters, but despite sharing the same family background, their personalities are quite different.
Oroka, the older sister, has a confident and strong-willed personality. She takes great pride in her makeup skills and believes that she understands how to bring out Shitataka’s natural charm better than anyone else.
Her appearance is also distinctive. Oroka proudly wears her traditionally styled, tightly curled hair, which further reflects her bold personality and strong sense of individuality. She is passionate about makeup and approaches her craft with remarkable confidence.
Shitataka, on the other hand, initially appears much calmer and gentler. However, beneath her quiet exterior is a girl with strong opinions and firmly held beliefs. She is not afraid to express what she thinks when the situation calls for it.
Adding further mystery to her character is a secret that even her older sister Oroka does not know about. This hidden aspect of Shitataka’s life could become important as the story develops.
The character promotional videos offer fans their first opportunity to hear Aoyama and Terazawa bring these contrasting sisters to life.
Yoshino Aoyama Talks About Playing Oroka
Yoshino Aoyama expressed her excitement about taking on the role of Oroka and highlighted the character’s passionate personality.
Aoyama said she is working hard to portray Oroka’s intense enthusiasm for makeup while matching the energy of the production team.
She also revealed that she was particularly happy to be able to perform alongside Momoka Terazawa as twin sisters. The two actresses portraying siblings are an aspect of the casting that adds another interesting dynamic to the upcoming anime.
“I’m Yoshino Aoyama, and I’ll be voicing Oroka Sumeragi. With her traditionally deep vertical curls proudly displayed, Oroka expresses her burning passion for makeup to the fullest extent, and I’m doing my best not to be left behind.”
Aoyama also praised the atmosphere surrounding the production and said she hopes to contribute to the world of ‘Breath of Fire’ through her performance.
She added that being able to play twin characters with Terazawa was something she had personally hoped to experience.
Momoka Terazawa on the Challenge of Playing Shitataka
Momoka Terazawa also shared her thoughts on Shitataka and explained why the character was an interesting challenge.
Although Shitataka may initially appear reserved, Terazawa emphasized that she is actually a strong-minded person with her own clear beliefs.
One of the biggest challenges for Terazawa was expressing Shitataka’s calm personality while simultaneously showing the passion hidden beneath the surface.
Terazawa explained:
“Shitataka-chan may seem reserved at first glance, but she’s a girl with a strong sense of self and firm beliefs.”
The actress also said that being entrusted with the role was a great honor, especially because she had strongly wanted to participate in the project.
Her comments suggest that Shitataka’s quiet nature should not be mistaken for weakness. Instead, the character appears to possess an inner strength that could become increasingly important as the story progresses.
What Is ‘Breath of Fire’ About?
‘Breath of Fire’ is an upcoming anime based on the manga by Yukino Sonoyama, which is serialized in Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Sirius.
The story centers on Aia Udagawa, a young woman who once dreamed of becoming a makeup artist but eventually gave up on that ambition.
Her life changes when she encounters Jun Sumizaki, a young woman who dreams of becoming a model but lacks the confidence to take the first step toward achieving that goal.
Their meeting becomes the beginning of a story about dreams, self-expression, friendship, beauty, and the courage to pursue a future that once seemed out of reach.
Rather than focusing solely on romance or competition, the series explores the personal struggles behind the worlds of makeup and modeling. The characters must confront their insecurities while learning how to express themselves and support one another.
For newcomers, the premise can be understood simply: it is a coming-of-age story about two young women who inspire each other to chase the dreams they once abandoned or were afraid to pursue.
A Story About Dreams, Makeup, and Finding Confidence
One of the most interesting elements of ‘Breath of Fire’ is its focus on beauty as a form of self-expression.
Makeup in the series is not simply about appearance. It is connected to how the characters see themselves and how they want to present themselves to the world.
Aia’s abandoned dream and Jun’s hesitation to pursue modeling create an emotional foundation for the story. Their journey is likely to explore questions familiar to many viewers: What happens when you stop believing in your own abilities? Can someone else help you rediscover an old dream? And what does it really mean to take the first step?
The arrival of characters such as Oroka and Shitataka should broaden this theme by introducing people with different perspectives on beauty, talent, confidence, and personal ambition.
Oroka and Shitataka Could Add a New Dynamic
The Sumeragi sisters are particularly intriguing because they approach life from different emotional positions.
Oroka’s confidence and outspoken nature make her a character who is unlikely to hide what she thinks. She appears comfortable taking the initiative and openly displaying her passion.
Shitataka is more restrained, but her strong sense of self suggests that she may not simply follow her sister’s lead.
Their relationship could therefore become an important part of the anime’s character drama. Oroka believes she understands Shitataka extremely well, but the revelation that Shitataka has a secret unknown even to her sister suggests that there may be more to their relationship than initially appears.
This contrast between outward confidence and quiet determination could make the twins memorable additions to the cast.
Character PVs Give Fans a First Look
The newly released character promotional videos introduce Oroka and Shitataka while highlighting their individual personalities.
For Oroka, the PV emphasizes her confidence, energy, and passion for makeup. Her strong personality immediately distinguishes her from the quieter Shitataka.
Shitataka’s PV, meanwhile, focuses more on her composed personality and the determination hidden beneath her gentle appearance.
The two videos also provide an early preview of how Aoyama and Terazawa will approach their respective performances.
With the anime still several months away from its premiere, these character reveals give viewers a better idea of the personalities that will surround the central cast.
Main Cast of ‘Breath of Fire’
The newly announced actresses join an already established voice cast.
The main cast includes:
- Aia Udagawa: Tomoyuki Ohno
- Jun Sumizaki: Chiyuki Miura
- Ginga Yoyogi: Nobuhiko Okamoto
- Oroka Sumeragi: Yoshino Aoyama
- Shitataka Sumeragi: Momoka Terazawa
The addition of Aoyama and Terazawa expands the ensemble and introduces another relationship that could play an important role in the upcoming story.
‘Breath of Fire’ Anime Staff
The anime is being produced by A-1 Pictures, a studio known for numerous popular anime productions.
The announced staff includes:
- Original Work: Yukino Sonoyama, ‘Breath of Fire’ (Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Sirius)
- Director: Shotaro Kitamura
- Assistant Director: Takayuki Kikuchi
- Series Composition/Screenplay: Fukurou Kamiza
- Character Design: Honoka Yokoyama
- Chief Animation Directors: Honoka Yokoyama, Tetsuya Kawakami, Reina Iwasaki
- Costume Design: Akane Takeda
- Main Animators: Yuichiro Iida, Marina Kobayashi, Mirai Harashima
- Hair and Makeup Supervisor: Katsuyoshi Kojima
- Graphic Illustration: Kashimaki
- Color Design: Mana Kitahigashi
- Art Director: Risa Wakabayashi
- Art Setting: Yoshiyuki Taira
- CG Director: Yuki Kuribayashi
- Director of Photography: Hideki Eto
- Editing: Kiyoshi Hirose
- Music: Ryo Yoshimata
- Sound Director: Kohei Yoshida
- Sound Effects: Takuya Hasegawa
- Animation Production: A-1 Pictures
The involvement of a dedicated hair and makeup supervisor is particularly fitting for a series whose story revolves around beauty and cosmetics.
When Will ‘Breath of Fire’ Anime Air?
The TV anime ‘Breath of Fire’ is scheduled to premiere in January 2027 on Fuji TV’s Noitamina programming block.
Further information regarding the exact premiere date, streaming platforms, and episode schedule is expected to be announced closer to the broadcast.
With the January 2027 season still ahead, fans can expect additional promotional material, character announcements, visuals, and possibly more information about the opening and ending themes in the coming months.
What to Expect From the New Anime
With its combination of coming-of-age drama, makeup, modeling, friendship, and personal ambition, ‘Breath of Fire’ is shaping up to be a character-focused anime rather than a conventional action or fantasy series.
The introduction of Oroka and Shitataka adds another layer to the story, particularly because their relationship is built around both closeness and hidden differences.
Oroka’s confidence contrasts strongly with Shitataka’s quieter determination, while Aia and Jun have their own struggles with abandoned dreams and self-doubt.
As these characters come together, the anime will explore how people can influence one another while pursuing their own identities.
For viewers discovering the series for the first time, the upcoming anime offers a simple but relatable premise: sometimes, finding the courage to chase a dream begins with meeting someone who believes in you.
With Yoshino Aoyama and Momoka Terazawa now joining the cast as the Sumeragi twins, anticipation for the January 2027 premiere is expected to continue growing.
‘Breath of Fire’ TV Anime — Quick Facts
Title: Breath of Fire
Premiere: January 2027
Broadcast: Fuji TV’s Noitamina block
Original Work: Yukino Sonoyama
Publisher: Kodansha
Original Magazine: Monthly Shonen Sirius
Director: Shotaro Kitamura
Animation Studio: A-1 Pictures
The anime’s newly revealed twin sisters are expected to bring a fresh dynamic to the story, and fans will have to wait until the series premieres to discover how Oroka, Shitataka, Aia, Jun, and the other characters’ paths intersect.
