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GROW UP SHOW TRAILERS

GROW UP SHOW INTRODUCTION

A new original animation begins—brought to you by the creative lineup behind “Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend”
Director: Kanta Kamei, Original Character Concepts: Kurehito Misaki, and Production: A-1 Pictures / Psyde Kick Studio!

In the 1950s, set against the backdrop of Japan at the very height of its era of rapid economic growth— a time when the circus stood at the center of entertainment, seamlessly woven into the fabric of people's daily lives.

Vying for a coveted spot in the Circus Collection—a global festival open only to the world's most elite troupes— countless circus companies travel across Japan, performing as they go and engaging in fierce daily competition.

As the story unfolds, the Sunflower Circus is being led by its ringmaster, Maria.
While struggling valiantly against their perpetual financial woes as they tour from town to town, the Sunflower Circus receives a new arrival: Mizuka Tsurumaki—
a true circus prodigy—who joins their ranks due to certain circumstances.

Was Mizuka’s run in with the Sunflower Circus a matter of chance or destiny?

The one-of-a-kind circus show envisioned by girls
chasing their dreams—let the show begin!

GROW UP SHOW STAFF&CAST

STAFF

Original Work
Circus Collection Association
Director
Kanta Kamei
Original Character Concepts
Kurehito Misaki
Series Composition
Takeshi Kikuchi
Character Design /
Chief Animation Director
Kazutoshi Makino
Assistant Director
Satsuki Takahashi
Action Director
Masaki Inada
Picture Book Design /
Effects Design
Ayane Matsumoto
Historical Research
Junko Yamada
Image Boards
Munashichi
Art Director
Takumi Hashimoto
Art Settings
Eiko Tsunado
Art Layouts
Mikiya Hiragi
Color Design
Kanako Hokari
CG Director
Mizuho Kanda
Director of Photography
Toshiaki Aoshima
Editor
Kentaro Tsubone
Sound Director
Akiko Fujita
Music
Yugo Kanno
Production
A-1 Pictures/Psyde Kick Studio

CAST

Mizuka Tsurumaki
Tomoka Noda /
Lizzie Freeman
Ouka Kawasumi
Shiori Kurosaki /
Cristina Vee
Imari Agano
Reo Osanai /
Risa Mei
Isuzu Ikazuchi
Nanako Ando /
Jenny Yokobori
Aoi Yura
Tomori Kusunoki /
Lisa Reimold
Akane Yura
Yuko Natsuyoshi /
Michelle Marie
Shizuku Sakawa
Yuna Kamakura /
Katiana Sarkissian
Svietlana
Yuka Iwahashi /
Sky Santacruz
Maria
Rie Kugimiya /
Cassandra Lee Morris
Rin Mamiya
Ai Kayano /
Kira Buckland

GROW UP SHOW CHARACTERS

  • Mizuka Tsurumaki
  • Ouka Kawasumi
  • Imari Agano
  • Isuzu Ikazuchi
  • Aoi Yura
  • Akane Yura
  • Shizuku Sakawa
  • Svietlana
  • Maria
  • Rin Mamiya
  • Mizuka Tsurumaki

    Mizuka Tsurumaki

    A circus prodigy who follows her own path

    VA.Tomoka Noda /
    Lizzie Freeman

    A carefree and free-spirited girl endowed with exceptionally high physical abilities. Although she possesses plenty of initiative, her tendency to make tactless remarks—without ever reading the room—invariably earns her the ire of those around her. Due to a certain set of circumstances, she eventually crosses paths with the Sunflower Circus.

    Name
    Mizuka Tsurumaki
    Birthday
    September 25
    Age
    16
    Height
    4'11"
    Favorite Food
    White Rice
    Least Favorite Food
    White Asparagus
    Personal Motto
    No curse befalls a circus left alone.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    We're definitely going to put on an amazing show for you all. Oh, but I won't be performing, you know? I really won't.
  • Ouka Kawasumi

    Ouka Kawasumi

    Chasing a legend and the star of the flying trapeze

    VA.Shiori Kurosaki /
    Cristina Vee

    The star performer of the Sunflower Circus, she takes on the role of the "Flyer"—soaring through the air on the trapeze. Earnest and dedicated, she nonetheless possesses a touch of endearing absent-mindedness.

    Name
    Ouka Kawasumi
    Birthday
    August 8
    Age
    16
    Height
    5'0"
    Favorite Food
    Cream Soda, Loquats
    Least Favorite Food
    Anything I Make Myself
    Personal Motto
    The effort I put in will not betray me.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    Precisely because the trapeze is an aerial feat that ends in a split second, I stake everything on that single moment.
  • Imari Agano

    Imari Agano

    A shy smile and a clumsy magician

    VA.Reo Osanai /
    Risa Mei

    A timid and scatterbrained magician. Although reserved, she is thoughtful of others and deeply devoted to her companions. She often assists Rin.

    Name
    Imari Agano
    Birthday
    October 31
    Age
    15
    Height
    4'9"
    Favorite Food
    Eating With Everyone
    Least Favorite Food
    None
    Personal Motto
    Good things come to those who wait.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    Um... I’ll give it my absolute best. A-and if I mess up... please just laugh it off and forgive me, okay?
  • Isuzu Ikazuchi

    Isuzu Ikazuchi

    A spirited, stylish, and dashing acrobat

    VA.Nanako Ando /
    Jenny Yokobori

    An acrobat with a headstrong, impetuous nature who detests anything underhanded. She is the type to immediately voice her complaints whenever something displeases her, and she favors fair and square contests.

    Name
    Isuzu Ikazuchi
    Birthday
    August 15
    Age
    15
    Height
    4'7"
    Favorite Food
    Cheap Sweets, Pickled Squids
    Least Favorite Food
    Japanese Scallions
    Personal Motto
    It’s not a loss until you win.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    Never mind the details. You absolutely have to come see us. I guarantee you won’t regret it!
  • Aoi Yura

    Aoi Yura

    The easygoing older sister and the rational twin juggler

    VA.Tomori Kusunoki /
    Lisa Reimold

    She works as an acrobat alongside her twin younger sister, Akane. Although she appears gentle and laid-back, she is actually quite observant of those around her.

    Name
    Aoi Yura
    Birthday
    March 20
    Age
    15
    Height
    4'5"
    Favorite Food
    Cream Stew
    Least Favorite Food
    Cold Soup
    Personal Motto
    I cross the stone bridge with Akane.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    ...I’m not good at raising my voice, but I’ll do my best to make sure it reaches you. Akane and I will be waiting.
  • Akane Yura

    Akane Yura

    The spirited younger sister, and the intuitive twin juggler

    VA.Yuko Natsuyoshi /
    Michelle Marie

    She works as an acrobat alongside her twin older sister, Aoi. She adores Aoi, but generally treats everyone else with a rather rough and dismissive attitude.

    Name
    Akane Yura
    Birthday
    March 20
    Age
    15
    Height
    4'5"
    Favorite Food
    Cream Stew
    Least Favorite Food
    Hard Bread
    Personal Motto
    Aoi prevents me from stumbling.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    If you come visit, I guarantee you’ll leave with a smile on your face! My big sister and I are going to give it our absolute all!
  • Shizuku Sakawa

    Shizuku Sakawa

    A reliable senior member, and the prince who soars through the sky

    VA.Yuna Kamakura /
    Katiana Sarkissian

    She serves as the "catcher," receiving the performers as they soar through the air on the trapeze. She is earnest, possesses a strong sense of responsibility, and is very caring toward others. She and Svietlana have known each other for a long time.

    Name
    Shizuku Sakawa
    Birthday
    November 30
    Age
    21
    Height
    5'7"
    Favorite Food
    A Glass Of Water After Practice
    Least Favorite Food
    Greasy Food
    Personal Motto
    Give it everything you’ve got—as if your life depended on it. No one ever dies if you do that.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    Just relax and watch. Before you know it, you won’t be able to take your eyes off the show.
  • Svietlana

    Svietlana

    Prideful and with hidden passion, she is the princess who dances and makes silk flutter

    VA.Yuka Iwahashi /
    Sky Santacruz

    She specializes in "Aerial Silks"—performing acrobatic feats in mid-air using fabric. Highly professional, she is both strict and composed. She is affectionately admired by the troupe members, who refer to her as "Sister Svie."

    Name
    Svietlana
    Birthday
    March 21
    Age
    20
    Height
    5'3"
    Favorite Food
    Instant Chicken Ramen
    Least Favorite Food
    Natto (Fermented Soybeans), Dried Fish
    Personal Motto
    To live is not merely to breathe; it is to act.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    Please keep watching ’til the very end. We will take you to a beautiful dream.
  • Maria

    Maria

    Exercising absolute authority as the ringleader of the little, impoverished circus troupe

    VA.Rie Kugimiya /
    Cassandra Lee Morris

    The ringmaster of the Sunflower Circus. Although an adult, she possesses such a diminutive stature that she is frequently mistaken for a child. While she can be somewhat forceful at times, she is deeply respected and beloved by the members of her troupe. As a performer within the circus, she serves as a clown.

    Name
    Maria
    Birthday
    March 7
    Age
    29
    Height
    4'1"
    Favorite Food
    Pancakes
    Least Favorite Food
    Carrot
    Personal Motto
    Hard work pays off. In some cases…
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    Welcome to the Sunflower Circus! We may be a small troupe, but our dreams are bigger than anyone else's!
  • Rin Mamiya

    Rin Mamiya

    The unsung hero, managing the accounting, medical, and cooking needs

    VA.Ai Kayano /
    Kira Buckland

    The accountant for the Sunflower Circus, possessing a gentle and mild-mannered demeanor. She is constantly plagued by worries stemming from the troupe's chronic financial shortages. In addition to managing the finances, she is also responsible for arranging meals for the members and overseeing their medical care, thereby supporting the troupe in a multitude of ways.

    Name
    Rin Mamiya
    Birthday
    July 15
    Age
    28
    Height
    5'1"
    Favorite Food
    Strong Tea, Kuzumochi
    Least Favorite Food
    None
    Personal Motto
    Every little bit adds up to paying off a debt.
    A Message to Fans Coming to the Show
    We are prepared to operate at a loss... or rather, please simply enjoy the very best performance we can possibly deliver.