The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Yuichi Hiiragi’s manga, “Please Put Them On, Takamine-san!” is gearing up for its debut in April 2025. New details have emerged, including additional cast and staff information, as well as a sneak peek at the opening and ending theme songs.
Anime Production Details
Studio and Staff
LIDEN FILMS, known for its work on series such as “Aharen-san wa Hakarenai” and “Kotaro Lives Alone,” is producing the animation. Tomoe Makino, who directed “Aharen-san wa Hakarenai,” is at the helm as the director. Yū Satō, whose credits include “Space Battleship Tiramisu” and “Kotaro Lives Alone,” is in charge of series composition and scriptwriting.
Key Staff Members
- Director: Tomoe Makino
- Series Composition/Script: Yū Satō
- Character Design/Chief Animation Director: Ryō Yamauchi, Maya Itō
- Music: Takeshi Nakatsuka
- Sound Supervisor: Akane Maeda
Cast Announcement
The main voice cast has been revealed, featuring:
- Yurika Kubo as Takane Takamine
- Daisuke Kasuya as Koushi Shirota
Story Synopsis
“Please Put Them On, Takamine-san!” revolves around Takane Takamine, the perfect student council president admired by everyone in her high school. Koushi Shirota, an average student, accidentally discovers Takamine’s secret ability: by removing her underwear, she can rewind time and alter past events. Now that Koushi knows her secret, Takamine enlists him to help her.
Manga Origins
The original manga series by Yuichi Hiiragi has been serialized in Square Enix’s Monthly Gangan Joker magazine since January 2019. Square Enix published the ninth compiled book volume on August 21, 2024. Yen Press has licensed the manga in English, making it accessible to a wider audience.
Teaser Trailers
Two teaser trailers have been released to generate excitement for the anime adaptation. One is a “gentleman version” that is censored, while the other is a “mature version” that is less censored.
What to Expect
Ecchi Elements
The manga is known for its ecchi elements, which involve suggestive or mildly erotic content. Some fans express concern that the anime adaptation might tone down these elements, potentially diminishing one of the series’ selling points. However, others speculate that any censorship in the TV version may be lifted for the Blu-ray release.
Potential Themes
Despite the ecchi content, the series may explore themes of:
- Romantic comedy
- Science fiction
First Impressions
Initial reactions to the anime’s announcement have been mixed, with some expressing enthusiasm for the art style and character designs, while others remain skeptical.
