On Wednesday, March 6, 2024, the official website for the original television anime series Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night unveiled a new key visual showcasing the cast of the show. The staff also shared that pop pianist and YouTuber Haramichan will be responsible for the piano performances featured in the series.
Furthermore, the team behind the Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night anime series introduced the illustrator for the mysterious artist known as "JELEE." While JELEE is recognized as the original creator of the series, it remains uncertain whether the character of JELEE depicted in the illustration will make an appearance in the show. Additionally, it is unclear whether this character will have any lines if they do appear.
Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night anime is a completely original work with no source material to adapt from. However, illustrator Niko Fujii is creating a manga adaptation of the story, set to launch on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket app in April 2024. It is anticipated that this manga will be based on the anime's original story, rather than introducing a new one.
Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night anime reveals what’s likely final key visual before April 7 premiere in Japan
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The Jellyfish Can’t Swim in the Night anime will debut on Japanese TV on April 7, 2024, at 1 AM JST. It will first air on TOKYO MX and BS11, followed by Kansai TV and AT-X on the same day, and on HTB Hokkaido TV on April 8. Stay tuned for more airings! This anime marks the 50th anniversary of Doga Kobo Studios, the team behind this exciting project.
JELEE is credited with the original work, and Ryohei Takeshita is directing the series at Doga Kobo.
Junichiro Taniguchi is adapting popman3580’s original character designers for animation, with Yuki Yaku writing and overseeing the series scripts. KanoeRana performs the anime’s opening theme song “Irodori” (Coloring) while female singer Anna Tsurushima will perform the ending theme song “Ichi-nichi wa 25-jikan” (A Day Is 25 Hours). Musician 40mP is producing an insert song for the anonymous artist “JELEE” within the anime’s story.
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The main cast of the series includes Miku Ito playing Mahiro Kozuki, Rie Takahashi as Kano Yamanouchi, Miyu Tomita as Kiwi Watase, Miyuri Shimabukuro as Mei “Kim Anouk” Takanashi, Sumire Uesak as Miiko, Miho Okasaki as Mero Seto, Yukina Shuto as Momoko Yanagi, and Sally Amaki as Akari Suzumura.
The series is about a group of girls exposed to creativity and will be set primarily in Shibuya. Additional plot details are unavailable at the time of this article’s writing.
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Editor's P/S:
The upcoming original anime series "Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night" has sparked my curiosity with its intriguing premise and talented creative team. The release of a new key visual showcasing the cast has further heightened my anticipation for the series. The unique concept of an anonymous artist known as "JELEE" adds an element of mystery and intrigue to the narrative. I'm eager to delve into the world of the series and witness how the characters navigate the realm of creativity and self-expression.
Moreover, the involvement of pop pianist and YouTuber Haramichan in performing the piano pieces for the series is an exciting addition. Her musical talent will undoubtedly enhance the emotional depth and atmosphere of the show. The inclusion of a manga adaptation by Niko Fujii, based on the anime's original story, provides an exciting avenue for fans to further engage with the characters and world of "Jellyfish Can't Swim in the Night" in a different medium.