The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Mitsuru Hattori’s “Wash it All Away” (Kirei ni Shite Moraemasu ka.) manga is set to premiere on January 5, 2026. The production has revealed additional cast members, key staff, and the series’ music composer, building excitement for its winter debut.
Premiere Date and Broadcast Details
The “Wash it All Away” anime will begin its broadcast in Japan on January 5, 2026. Viewers can catch the slice-of-life series on Tokyo MX, ABC TV, BS Asahi, and AT-X networks. An exact time for the premiere is still awaited, but the early January launch positions it as a prominent title in the winter anime season.
Unveiling the Production Team: Staff and Studio
The animated series is being produced by Okuruto Noboru, a studio known for its work on titles like “The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter” and “Even Given the Worthless ‘Appraiser’ Class, I’m Actually the Strongest.” The core creative team includes:
Key Staff Members Shaping “Wash it All Away”
- Director: Kenta Ōnishi, who previously directed “The Hidden Dungeon Only I Can Enter,” will be helming the adaptation.
- Series Composition: Touko Machida, recognized for her work on “The Reincarnation of the Strongest Exorcist In Another World,” is in charge of the series composition.
- Character Design: Azuma Tozawa, who served as a sub-character designer for “Even Given the Worthless ‘Appraiser’ Class, I’m Actually the Strongest,” is responsible for the character designs.
The Voice Behind the Protagonist
Sayumi Suzushiro will voice the main character, Wakana Kinme. Suzushiro is known for her roles as Himari in “Can a Boy-Girl Friendship Survive?” and has garnered praise for her performances. Wakana Kinme runs a laundry service in the picturesque seaside resort town of Atami, where she forms connections with locals and safeguards memories embedded in their precious items.
Musical Direction by Eri Chichibu
Eri Chichibu has been announced as the music composer for the anime series. While specific opening and ending theme song artists have not been separately detailed, Chichibu’s involvement promises a captivating sonic landscape for the heartwarming slice-of-life story. Her role will be crucial in setting the tone and enhancing the emotional depth of Wakana’s journey and interactions in Atami.
About the Original Manga
“Wash it All Away” (Kirei ni Shite Moraemasu ka.) is a slice-of-life manga series penned and illustrated by Mitsuru Hattori. It was serialized in Square Enix’s Young Gangan magazine from July 2017 to June 2023, compiling ten tankōbon volumes. Square Enix Manga & Books publishes the manga in English, describing the story as one where Wakana Kinme, despite having no memory of her own past, builds a fulfilling life through her cleaning services in Atami. The manga is praised for its endearing protagonist, luscious art, and tranquil seaside setting. Fans of the manga have eagerly awaited this anime adaptation, which promises to bring Hattori’s charming narrative to life.
