University Arc of Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai set for Anime Adaptation
Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai brings exciting news with an anime adaptation of the University Arc, accompanied by a captivating new illustration Discover the gripping tale behind this popular series
The official website of Rascal Does Not Dream anime announced on Monday, December 4, 2023, that the University Arc will be adapted into an anime, accompanied by a new special illustration by the original light novel series artist, Kēji Mizoguchi.
Rascal Does Not Dream is a Japanese light novel series by Hajime Kamoshida and illustrated by Kēji Mizoguchi, first published in April 2014. There are currently thirteen volumes of the series published by ASCII Media Works. The light novel series was later adapted into an anime by CloverWorks, followed by three movies.
Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai announces University Arc adaptation with new illustration
The official website and social media account of the Rascal Does Not Dream anime unveiled a new special illustration of Mai Sakurajima on Monday, December 4, 2023. The illustration depicts Mai Sakurajima during her college years, in anticipation of the upcoming University Arc in the anime. The original artwork was created by Kēji Mizoguchi, the artist behind the light novel series. Additionally, the social media account announced that a special promotional video for the upcoming anime was being shown in theaters following the release of the film Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid in Japan on Friday, December 1, 2023.
Mai Sakurajima from the anime series can be seen in the image above (Image via CloverWorks)
Furthermore, the website announcement urged fans to stay tuned for upcoming news about the anime series, as the franchise was gearing up to mark its 5th anniversary this year.
What is Rascal Does Not Dream series about?
The series by Hajime Kamoshida and Kēji Mizoguchi centers on Sakuta Azusagawa, a high school student whose encounter with teenage actress Mai Sakurajima leads to a series of intriguing events. Their first meeting occurs when he spots her wearing a bunny girl outfit in a library, and to his surprise, he's the only one who can see her.
Sakuta Azusagawa as seen in the anime series (Image via CloverWorks)
Mai found herself intrigued by a peculiar phenomenon in which no one seemed to notice her, regardless of what she wore. Only Azusagawa could see her. He labeled this phenomenon "Adolescence Syndrome" and took it upon himself to unravel the mystery behind it.
As he investigates, he grows closer to Mai and they start dating. At the same time, he encounters other girls who are also affected by "Adolescence Syndrome," including his own sister, Kaede.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am thrilled to hear about the anime adaptation of the University Arc of Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai. The series has been a favorite among fans for its intriguing storyline and lovable characters, and the University Arc promises to bring even more excitement and drama to the table. The new illustration by Kēji Mizoguchi is absolutely stunning, and it perfectly captures the essence of Mai Sakurajima during her college years. I can't wait to see how the anime adaptation will bring the University Arc to life and further explore the characters and their relationships.
Overall, I am very excited about the upcoming anime adaptation of the University Arc of Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai. The series has a lot of potential, and I think it will be a big hit with fans. I can't wait to see how the story unfolds and how the characters develop.
