■Main PV
The main PV featuring the OP theme "Inochi Mijikashi Tai suru Otome yo" by Hanabie. and the ED theme "NEW GAME" by halca has been released. The video depicts the glamorous academy life of the young ladies alongside intense fighting game battle scenes.
Watch the main PV here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PAsOIcot7I
■New Cast Announcement
Four additional cast members have been revealed.
＜Yumiri Hanamori as Hana Ichinose＞
"I'm Yumiri Hanamori, playing the role of Hana Ichinose. As Tamaki's older sister and vice chairperson of the dormitory committee who values discipline, her true nature is...? Please look forward to getting to know Hana, who carries a mysterious and unique atmosphere."
＜Nobuyuki Hiyama as gekido＞
"My first impression was, 'An anime about playing fighting games, with a female protagonist no less...' Come to think of it, I used to voice characters in quite a few arcade fighting games back in the day. It's an interesting twist of fate that I'm now playing a player character. Please enjoy this Reiwa-era fighting game world."
＜Yohei Azakami as Kafueiakuryou＞
"I personally love fighting games, and the recording sessions were incredibly fun because the show is packed with inside jokes from the FGC. With CAPCOM's full cooperation, the show uses actual Street Fighter 6 footage, making it an absolute visual treat! ...Huh? You can't read my character's name...? Please enjoy the show to find out!"
＜Taku Yashiro as Hoshishiki＞
"I'm Taku Yashiro, playing the role of Hoshishiki. This work not only captures the fun and depth of fighting games as a field, but in a way, the passion and romance that transcend even the framework of gaming itself kept moving my heart throughout. I would be delighted if you could enjoy the youth of the characters and the drama that the fighting game genre creates in the anime as well."
■New Character Profiles
Hana Ichinose (CV: Yumiri Hanamori)
Vice chairperson of the dormitory committee at Kuromi Girls' Academy high school division, and Tamaki's older sister. She is quite harsh toward her younger sister, constantly making intimidating remarks. A seasoned fighting game player who honed her skills at a game cafe in Fukuoka, she is known as the "Blood-Stained Macaron" by Arisa, a fellow regular.
gekido (CV: Nobuyuki Hiyama)
A pro gamer belonging to the team "Ken" (Fist), known as the "Emperor who rules the fighting game world." A veteran who had already achieved legendary status by the time Aya was in elementary school. Despite his delinquent appearance, he faces his opponents and matches with sincerity.
Kafueiakuryou (CV: Yohei Azakami)
A pro gamer also belonging to team "Ken," like gekido. He originally played fighting games as a casual pastime but was inspired to go pro after losing to gekido. He recognizes gekido as his rival...
Hoshishiki (CV: Taku Yashiro)
A member of team "Ken" and junior to both gekido and Kafueiakuryou. While possessing outstanding skills among the younger generation, he is also active in streaming and has strong entertainer qualities. With extensive knowledge, he serves as the team's strategist.
■Episode 1 Synopsis: "I'm Done with Fighting Games"
Aya Mizuki transfers into the high school division of Kuromi Girls' Academy, a school attended exclusively by young ladies. One day, she learns that Mio Yoe, a fellow external student, is called "Shirayuri-sama" (Lady White Lily) and is adored by all. However, she happens to witness "Shirayuri-sama" alone in an empty classroom, immersed in a fighting game...
■Broadcast and Streaming Information
TV Broadcast:
- AT-X: From July 7, every Tuesday at 20:30 (Repeats: Thursday 8:30 / Monday 14:30)
- TOKYO MX: From July 7, every Tuesday at 22:00
- BS NTV: From July 7, every Tuesday at 23:30
- MBS: From July 7, every Tuesday at 27:30
- NBC Nagasaki Broadcasting: From July 18, every Saturday at 24:58
Streaming:
- Ahead of TV broadcast, earliest streaming (July 7, 21:30~): U-NEXT, Anime Hodai, d Anime Store
- Other platforms: From July 12
■Street Fighter 6 Collaboration Visual
It has been revealed that Arisa Fujimiya's character of choice is "Guile"! A collaboration visual with "Street Fighter 6," made with CAPCOM's full cooperation, has been unveiled.
■Chayamachi Oshi Festival 2026
At the KADOKAWA booth at the "Chayamachi Oshi Festival 2026" held on June 20 (Saturday) and 21 (Sunday) in the Chayamachi area of Umeda, Osaka, big postcards featuring the SF6 x Tai Ari collaboration visual will be distributed.
Official HP: https://www.mbs.jp/oshifes/
■Digital Content Giveaway
A total of 20 types of X icons and headers featuring all 6 characters are available for download.
https://taiari-anime.com/special/detail/special_01.html
Full Cast:
Aya Mizuki: Ikumi Hasegawa / Mio Yoe: Kana Ichinose / Yu Inui: Ayaka Senbongi / Tamaki Ichinose: Shino Shimoji / Arisa Fujimiya: Maria Naganawa / Hana Ichinose: Yumiri Hanamori / gekido: Nobuyuki Hiyama / Kafueiakuryou: Yohei Azakami / Hoshishiki: Taku Yashiro / Flamberge: Aaru
Staff:
Original Work: Eri Ejima (MF Comics Flapper Series / KADOKAWA)
Director: Shota Ibata / Series Composition: Wataru Watari / Character Design: Mayuko Matsumoto / Music: Kana Hashiguchi
Animation Production: Diomedea / Recording Cooperation: FAV gaming
Official Site:
https://taiari-anime.com
(C)2025 Eri Ejima/KADOKAWA/"Tai Ari Deshita." Production Committee
