Grow Up Show: Himawari no Circus-dan will debut on July 4, with new commercials showcasing its theme songs and announcing the premiere date. The commercials feature the opening theme "Yurari Yureru" by the duo NOMELON NOLEMON and the ending theme "DAYS!" by the unit Aooo. The anime is set to broadcast on Tokyo MX, BS11, and other networks starting at 24:00 JST on July 4, which translates to midnight on July 5.
The story unfolds in late 1950s and early 1960s Japan during a period of economic growth, where circuses were a popular form of entertainment. The narrative follows the "Sunflower Circus" troupe, led by ringmaster Maria, as they navigate financial struggles while traveling across Japan. Their journey takes a turn when they encounter a circus prodigy named Mizuka Tsurumaki, portrayed by Tomoka Noda. ลka Kawasumi is played by Shiori Kurosaki.
Kanta Kamei, known for directing Oreshura and Dimension W, is helming this original project. The series scripts are penned by Takeshi Kikuchi, who also serves as script supervisor. Original character designs come from Kurehito Misaki, the illustrator for the Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend light novels. Animation duties are handled by A-1 Pictures and its newly established label, Psyde Kick Studio, which was founded in July 2025 to foster creative freedom and explore new animation possibilities.
Streaming availability in Japan will begin on ABEMA and d Anime Store, with subsequent releases planned for other platforms. The production is overseen by Aniplex, with A-1 Pictures and Psyde Kick Studio collaborating on the animation. Source: Anime News Network(https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-06-13/grow-up-show-himawari-no-circus-dan-anime-ads-reveal-theme-song-artists-july-4-debut/.238477)
