by The upcoming TV anime Magical Sisters Lullutto Lily has officially announced its broadcast start date of April 5, 2026. Along with the announcement, the production team released the second main promotional video (PV), revealed the ending theme song, and introduced additional voice cast members along with their comments.
The series will air every Sunday on TOKYO MX and other networks and will run for two consecutive seasons (two cours). As the latest entry in the classic magical girl lineage from Studio Pierrot, expectations are high among anime fans.
A New Entry in the Legendary Pierrot Magical Girl Series
Magical Sisters Lullutto Lily continues the tradition of magical girl anime produced by Studio Pierrot, following iconic series such as Magical Angel Creamy Mami.
The studio has a long history of producing magical girl stories that combine:
- Fantasy and transformation sequences
- Music and idol-style performances
- Emotional character development
The new anime introduces a modern magical girl story while preserving the charm and nostalgia that fans associate with the genre.
Story Overview: Magical Girls Balancing Life and Destiny
The story follows sisters Kaze Nonoyama and Nagare Nonoyama, ordinary girls living with their family and helping run their parents’ traditional Japanese sweets shop.
However, their lives change dramatically when they discover magical powers and transform into the magical idols:
- Konpeto Lily
- Mashururu
Together, the sisters must balance everyday life, school, and family responsibilities while protecting the magical world and performing on stage as magical idols.
Despite the colorful magical setting, the series also explores themes such as:
- Personal growth
- Family relationships
- Friendship and teamwork
- Overcoming inner struggles
Second Promotional Video Reveals New Footage
The newly released second main PV offers fans their first look at several new scenes from the upcoming series.
The trailer includes:
- Magical girl transformation sequences
- Action scenes involving mysterious enemies
- Heartwarming family moments
- A vibrant live performance scene featuring Lily
The PV also previews the anime’s ending theme song, giving viewers a glimpse of the musical style that will accompany the series.
Ending Theme Song “Calling”
The anime’s ending theme song is titled “Calling.”
It is performed by the in-universe idol unit Lullutto Lily, consisting of:
- Konpeto Lily (voiced by Mei Tachibana)
- Mashururu (voiced by Nao Ojika)
Song Details
- Title: Calling
- Artist: Lullutto Lily
- Lyrics, Composition & Arrangement: Kazuzumi Mitsutome
The song reflects the emotional bond between the sisters and emphasizes themes of hope and connection.
Opening Theme Song
The opening theme song will be “Bubee” performed by the K-pop inspired group ILLIT.
The energetic track sets the tone for the anime’s magical adventures and colorful world.
Additional Cast Members Announced
Three new voice actors have joined the anime’s cast.
Newly Announced Characters
- Keiichi Nonoyama (father of Kaze and Nagare) — voiced by Jun Kasama
- Shio Nonoyama (mother of the sisters) — voiced by Megumi Ohara
- Mari Hinoura (manager of the Dabudabu Café) — voiced by Aya Endo
These characters expand the story’s family and community setting.
Voice Actor Comments
Jun Kasama (Keiichi Nonoyama)
Kasama expressed excitement about joining the long-running magical girl tradition of Studio Pierrot. He noted that portraying the father of the two heroines was unexpected but rewarding.
He hopes viewers will enjoy not only the magical action but also the warm family moments between the characters.
Megumi Ohara (Shio Nonoyama)
Ohara shared that she grew up watching magical girl anime and feels honored to be part of a new series in the genre.
As a mother in real life, she said she approaches the role naturally, bringing realistic family interactions to the story.
Aya Endo (Mari Hinoura)
Endo revealed that she has watched all the previous magical girl series from Studio Pierrot and is thrilled to join the franchise.
She hinted that her character Mari will bring interesting interactions and surprises to the story.
Main Characters and Cast
The anime features a colorful cast of characters voiced by well-known actors.
Main Cast
- Kaze Nonoyama / Konpeto Lily — Mei Tachibana
- Nagare Nonoyama / Mashururu — Nao Ojika
- Uguisu — Hiroki Nanami
- Azuki — Ai Kayano
- Touko Kamitate — Fuka Izumi
- Sena Aozono — Fuu Hirohara
- Meeter — Hikaru Yaotome
- Shota Seo — Kohei Amasaki
- Hisashi Kadotani — Ryumaru Tachibana
- Yasuo Kamitate — Tomokazu Sugita
Production Staff
The anime is produced by an experienced creative team.
Key Staff
- Original Work — Studio Pierrot & Bandai Namco Filmworks
- Director — Shintaro Michikai
- Assistant Director — Mitsuyuki Masuhara
- Series Composition & Script — Yuko Kakihara
- Character Design — Namiko Torii, Hirono Nishiki, Asami Sodeyama
- Music — ha-j
- Sound Director — Fumihiko Otera
Animation is handled by Studio Pierrot, known for producing many popular anime series.
Broadcast Schedule
The anime will premiere on April 5, 2026, with the following broadcast schedule:
TV Broadcast
- TOKYO MX — Sundays at 10:30 PM
- ABC TV — Sundays at 12:00 AM
- TV Aichi — Sundays at 1:20 AM
- BS Nippon TV — Mondays at 12:00 AM
- AT-X — Thursdays at 8:30 PM
(Broadcast times may vary depending on the region.)
Why Fans Are Excited
The anime has already generated buzz for several reasons:
A New Magical Girl Series
Fans of classic magical girl anime are eager to see a modern entry in the genre.
Music and Idol Elements
Live performances and musical themes add a unique twist to the magical girl formula.
Strong Production Team
Studio Pierrot’s experience raises expectations for animation quality.
Family and Emotional Storytelling
The series focuses on both magical adventures and everyday family life.
Final Thoughts
Magical Sisters Lullutto Lily aims to combine the nostalgic charm of classic magical girl anime with modern storytelling and vibrant musical elements.
With its April 2026 premiere, energetic theme songs, and a talented voice cast, the series could become one of the most colorful and heartwarming anime of the upcoming season.
Fans can look forward to magical transformations, sisterly bonds, and exciting adventures when the anime begins airing this spring.
