by The original TV anime “Towa no Yugure,” produced by PAWORKS, will begin broadcasting in the “Super Animeism TURBO” slot on 28 MBS/TBS-affiliated stations in October. The main characters and their cast, as well as the main staff, teaser visuals, and teaser PV, were also released simultaneously.
“Eternal Yugure” is a full-scale love story set in a future world where AI technology has developed. The story begins when the protagonist, Himegami Akira, who has pledged his love to his beloved lover, Ou Maki Towasa, wakes up from a long period of cold sleep. When Akira wakes up from his sleep, he sees a city devastated by war.
The country is in ruins, and its people are governed by a unified organization known as OWEL. A system called “Elsie has been established, which differs from traditional marriage. Akira is left behind in a future that has changed from the world he once lived in, and he is shocked. To add insult to injury, an android named Yugure, who bears a striking resemblance to Towasa, appears before him and pressures him to marry.
Akira is confused by the android’s sudden proposal of marriage. Still, he decides to travel with Yugure, believing that he will be reunited with Towasa, who is supposed to be alive somewhere in the world. Along the way, the two witness the form of love in the new era and begin to think about the nature of their love. Umeda Shuichiro plays Akira, who is seriously injured in an incident, loses consciousness, goes into cold sleep, and wakes up in the future world.
Ishikawa Yui plays Yugure, who presses Akira to marry her in the future, and Kayano Ai plays Towasa, Akira’s childhood friend and a genius scientist developing cutting-edge AI technology. Tsuda Naokatsu is the director and series composer, Tayama Aoi is the character designer, Saito Yoshiko is the character designer, and Tokuda Masahiro is in charge of the music.
In conjunction with this announcement, comments have been received from the main staff, including Director Tsuda, Tayama, Saito, and Tokuda, as well as prominent cast members Umeda, Ishikawa, and Kayano. The released teaser visual shows Yugure sitting on rubble against the backdrop of a ruined city and a sunset sky.
The teaser PV also features the character voices of Umeda’s Akira and Ishikawa’s Yugure. The film depicts Akira witnessing a devastated future world, meeting Yugure, who bears a resemblance to Towasa, with whom he once swore his love, and becoming confused when Yugure suddenly proposes to him.
Comments from Tsuda Naokatsu (Director/Series Composition): I like original anime. I like post-apocalypse. I like dystopia. I like mecha and beautiful girls. I like stories where the protagonist suffers terrible things. In the summer, I want to read science fiction. I usually go back to sleep in the morning. I enjoy taking a bath in the morning. I thought of this work for people who want to continue living according to the values and methods they have established, but are unable to do so.
Whether you think this is about you or not, this is an anime that everyone can enjoy, which makes you think about your unique values and encourages you to connect with others. But the project started when I thought, “If I woke up in the distant future and a lovely and cute android asked me to marry her, I wouldn’t be able to stand it.” Well, that’s what it was. I hope you enjoy it. Comments from Aoi Tayama (character designer): I usually draw manga.
This is my first time working on animation production, and I’m thrilled to be able to participate in the world I’ve longed for since I was a child. Since it’s an original anime, the work of creating characters from the image and scenario envisioned by the director was more fun than I imagined, and I was so immersed in it that I forgot I was working. I aimed for a classic design with an image of a world that is far from the future yet somehow nostalgic. I also incorporated my hobbies and preferences. I hope many people will enjoy the work!
Comments from Yoshiko Saito (character designer): I never thought that the day would come when I would be in charge of character design at PA Works…! And the staff are so luxurious… I’m incredibly honored! This was my first time designing an original work, and I couldn’t read the character’s personality, so I was drawing while holding my head, wondering, “Is it like this? Is it like this?” At that time, Director Tsuda told me, “There is no correct answer, so draw it however you like. It’s original!” and I felt like a weight was lifted off my shoulders.
The illustrations by Tayama-sensei, the original creator, are beautiful, featuring well-defined silhouettes and exquisite lines in the clothing, which are not too simple. It was quite a challenge to translate this to the staff, and it was almost impossible to draw enough. With the ladies moving around with impressive figures, I felt that they were “cute, beautiful, and healthy!!”I hope you enjoy the story while searching for your favorite character among the many characters.
Comment from Tokuda Masahiro (music): I am truly honored to have been responsible for the music in “Eternal Yugure.” I carefully composed each piece, considering how to capture the fleeting moments in this world, the thoughts of the characters, and their quiet breathing in sound.
In particular, I struggled with how to express the central theme, which is the core of the work. However, as a viewer, I am looking forward to seeing how it will be utilized in the main story and what effect it will have on the narrative. The earnest passion of the wonderful staff members makes this work irreplaceable. The impulse the story conveys, along with its gaze towards the future, will reach your heart, accompanied by the music. Please look forward to it. Comment from Umeda Shuuichirou (role of Himegami Akira)
The appeal of the work and his enthusiasm for appearing in the film. Although he is too straightforward and sometimes wavers, he is also decisive and can be relied upon when it counts. I will do my best to portray Akira, who shows various expressions but has a strong core, with the feeling that I am traveling with him.
On the journey to find Towasa, Akira meets many people, talks with them, and touches upon what is essential to each of them. Some things change with the times, but some things remain the same. It is a work that often evokes a sense of warmth. Of course, you can also look forward to the powerful battle scenes!
Comments from Ishikawa Yui (Yugure): The appeal of the work and enthusiasm for appearing in it. I realized through this work that there are many forms of love…! The values that we take for granted now may not be so common in the future… I feel like I am being asked such questions. I play Yuugure, an android who looks just like Towasa. Her hidden secret and the decisive battles are also highlighted. I would like to carefully portray the subtleties of her heart, which has very straightforward feelings.
Comment from Kayano Ai (role of Wang Maki Towasa) About the appeal of the work and her enthusiasm for appearing in the role, I was strongly attracted to the progressive story and stylish characters. The time spent working together with Director Tsuda, the staff, and the cast to create the work was incredibly enriching, and I believe the message contained therein is directed at us who will live in the future. I’m eager to share the emotions that come from experiencing this work with everyone.
TV anime “Eternal Yugure” Broadcast information MBS/TBS affiliated 28 stations: Broadcast begins October 2025
Staff Original work: Project FT Director/series composition: Tsuda Naokatsu Character concept: Tayama Aoi Character design: Saito Yoshiko Music: Tokuda Masahiro Animation production: PAWORKS
Cast Himegami Akira: Umeda Shuuichirou Yugure: Ishikawa Yui Wang Maki Towasa: Kayano Ai
