The anime adaptation of Ayano Takeda’s “Flower and Asura” is enriching its ensemble cast, revealing seven new voice actors who will bring rival school students to life. This slice-of-life drama, set on a secluded island, has captivated audiences with its heartwarming story and relatable characters.
Seven New Voices Join the Ensemble
As the anime series progresses, the world of “Flower and Asura” broadens with the introduction of students from rival schools. Here are the new cast members and their respective characters:
- Rengo Nishino voiced by Taihi Kimura
- Ichijiku Minohara voiced by Yoshino Aoyama
- Pokoko Botanboko voiced by Ai Kakuma
- Xiang Ling voiced by Aoi Koga
- Mitsuka Hiiragidani voiced by Akira Sekine
- Misaki Kumori voiced by Kana Ichinose
- Chiaki Hayashi voiced by Konomi Kohara
These additions promise to inject fresh dynamics and conflicts into the narrative, exploring themes of rivalry, friendship, and personal growth.
“Flower and Asura”: A Budding Synopsis
“Flower and Asura,” also known as “Hana wa Saku, Shura no Gotoku,” tells the story of Hana Haruyama, a high school girl living on Tonakijima, a small island with a population of just 600. Hana finds joy in reading literature to the island’s children, captivating them with her narration skills.
Mizuki Usurai, the president of the school’s broadcasting club, recognizes Hana’s talent and invites her to join the club. This invitation sets Hana on a journey of self-discovery, as she experiences new things and deepens her love for reading alongside the broadcasting club members.
Production Team and Studio
The “Flower and Asura” anime is produced by Studio Bind, known for its work on “Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation.” The series is directed by Ayumu Uwano, with Kazuyuki Fudeyasu handling series composition. Ko Aine is responsible for character designs, while Masaru Yokoyama composes the music.
HIDIVE Streams the Series
For viewers in North America, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand, “Flower and Asura” is available for streaming exclusively on HIDIVE.
The Seeds of Origin: Ayano Takeda and Musshu
“Flower and Asura” is based on the manga series written by Ayano Takeda and illustrated by Musshu. Takeda is also known for her work on “Sound! Euphonium,” another popular series that explores themes of music and friendship. The manga began serialization in Shueisha’s Ultra Jump magazine in June 2021.
Episodes
“Flower and Asura” is confirmed to have a total of 12 episodes, airing as part of the Winter 2025 anime season. New episodes are released every Wednesday.
Main Cast Members
The main voice cast for “Flower and Asura” includes:
- Minori Fujidera as Hana Haruyama
- Miyuri Shimabukuro as Mizuki Usurai
- Fuka Izumi as An Natsue
- Shoya Chiba as Shudai Toga
- Seiichiro Yamashita as Matsuyuki Akiyama
- Kiyono Yasuno as Ryoko Totonoi
- Taito Ban as Setaro Hakoyama
- Koji Yusa as Hiromi Kichijoji
- Yoko Hikasa as Shura Saionji
Themes Explored
“Flower and Asura” explores several themes, including:
- Friendship: The bond between Hana and the other members of the broadcasting club is a central theme, highlighting the importance of connection and support.
- Self-discovery: Hana’s journey of joining the broadcasting club leads her to discover her passions and strengths.
- The power of reading: The series emphasizes the transformative power of literature and storytelling.
- Overcoming shyness: Hana is shy at first, but joining the club helps her to come out of her shell.
Music
The opening theme song for “Flower and Asura” is “Jibun Kakumei” (“Self Revolution”) by SHISHAMO, while the ending theme song is “Roro” (“Resonant”) by Sato.
What to Expect
Viewers can expect a heartwarming and relatable story about friendship, self-discovery, and the power of reading. With its beautiful animation, engaging characters, and poignant themes, “Flower and Asura” is a series that will resonate with audiences of all ages. The addition of the new cast members promises to add even more depth and complexity to the narrative, making it a must-watch anime of the Winter 2025 season.
