The official X (formerly known as Twitter) handle and website for the Mission: Yozakura Family anime revealed its first key visual, showcasing the main characters on Dec. 10, 2023. The anime is set to premiere in 2024, with the specific release date anticipated to be announced at the upcoming Jump Festa 2024. Based on the manga series by Hitsuji Gondaira, the Mission: Yozakura Family anime is highly anticipated.
The Mission: Yozakura Family anime is set to release in 2024
Since 2019, it has been serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump, with 20 tankobon volumes published thus far. As of this writing, the manga has released 206 chapters, and 207 is scheduled to be released on Dec. 17, 2023.
Earlier, the Mission: Yozakura Family anime unveiled its inaugural key visual. The official anime team revealed the stunning visual on Dec. 10, 2023, through X (formerly Twitter).
The news was later released on the official website by the same staff. Earlier, it had been announced that the Mission: Yozakura Family anime would begin airing in 2024, but the official team has not provided an exact release date. However, the upcoming Jump Festa 2024 will feature a special stage for the series, where fans can expect more information about the anime's main staff to be revealed. In the meantime, the latest key visual has increased anticipation for the anime.
The key visual for the Mission: Yozakura Family anime (Image via Silver Link Studios)
The vibrant illustration showcases Taiyo Asano and the entire Yozakura family, which includes Mutsumi, Kyoichiro, Shion, Kengo, Shinzo, Futaba, Nanao, and Goliath. The visual effectively captures the daily life of the Yozakura family, highlighting the unique characteristics of each character through visual imagery.
In addition to the visuals, the official team has released details about the NBC Universal Entertainment Booth at the upcoming Jump Festa 2024 on Dec. 16, 2023. Attendees can look forward to a large character display set against the backdrop of cherry blossoms, as well as a showcase of the anime's production materials.
Cast and staff for the anime
A visual for the anime (Image via Silver Link Studios)
Silver Link Studios will be producing the upcoming Mission: Yozakura Family anime, but as of now, no details about the main staff have been disclosed. The main cast members have been announced, with Reiji Kawashima, known for his role as Finn Ames in the Mashle anime, playing Taiyo Asano, and Kaede Hondo portraying Mutsumi.
The names of other cast members are here as follows:
Katsuyuki Konishi as Kyoichiro Yozakura
Aoi Yuuki as Shion Yozakura
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Kengo Yozakura and Goliath
Kazuyuki Okitsu as Shino Yozakura
Akari Kito as Futaba Yozakura
Yumi Uchiyama as Nanao Yozakura
Shueisha publishes manga on Weekly Shonen Jump, and it describes the plot as thus:
Taiyo Asano, a highly introverted high school student, finds solace in confiding only in his childhood friend, Mutsumi Yozakura. Little does he know, Mutsumi is actually the daughter of a prominent spy family!
"Mutsumi is facing harassment from her overprotective and nightmarish brother, Kyoichiro. What drastic measures will Taiyo need to take to rescue her? Get ready for a spy family comedy - the mission is about to begin!" Stay tuned for more anime news and manga updates as we move into 2023.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I'm thrilled about the upcoming Mission: Yozakura Family anime! The first key visual revealed on the official X (formerly Twitter) handle and website looks amazing, showcasing the main characters in their vibrant and unique personalities. The anticipation for this anime has been building up for a while, and I can't wait to see the story come to life in 2024.
The Mission: Yozakura Family manga has been a favorite of mine since its serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2019. The blend of action, comedy, and family dynamics has kept me hooked, and I'm excited to see how the anime adaptation will bring these elements to life. The key visual gives a glimpse into the daily lives of the Yozakura family, and I can't wait to learn more about their missions and adventures.