Get ready for a heartwarming and hilarious anime adaptation of Roku Sakura’s popular manga, “April Showers Bring May Flowers” (ブスに花束を。, Busu ni Hanataba o), set to bloom on screens starting July 4th, 2025! This romantic comedy promises a refreshing take on high school life, complete with quirky characters, unexpected friendships, and the blossoming of self-acceptance. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming series.
A Blooming Premiere Date
Mark your calendars! “April Showers Bring May Flowers” will officially premiere on July 4th, 2025, airing on TOKYO MX, MBS, and BS Nippon TV in Japan. Get ready to welcome this charming series into your summer anime lineup.
The Story: From Self-Doubt to Blooming Confidence
“April Showers Bring May Flowers” tells the story of Hana Tabata, a first-year high school student who struggles with self-esteem. Hana considers herself unattractive and often keeps to herself, finding solace in shojo manga, where she dreams of experiencing the kind of romance she reads about.
Hana’s routine involves secretly arranging flowers in the classroom early in the morning, a task she enjoys but fears being ridiculed for. One fateful morning, her secret is discovered by Yosuke Ueno, the most popular and handsome guy in school. Instead of mocking her, Yosuke is kind and accepting, leading to a series of interactions that gradually change Hana’s perspective on herself and the world around her.
As Hana begins to open up, she forms new friendships and experiences humorous, sometimes awkward, situations. With Yosuke’s support and the encouragement of her friends, Hana’s journey becomes one of self-discovery and the realization that true beauty lies within.
Meet the Characters: A Garden of Personalities
The series features a vibrant cast of characters, each bringing their unique charm to Hana’s story:
Hana Tabata (田畑 花): Voiced by Saori Hayami, Hana is the protagonist, a kind-hearted but insecure girl who dreams of a shojo romance. She loves flowers and finds solace in arranging them. Hana’s journey is about overcoming her self-doubt and learning to appreciate her own worth.
Yosuke Ueno (上野 陽介): Voiced by Shimba Tsuchiya, Yosuke is the popular and handsome classmate who befriends Hana. He is genuine, kind, and treats everyone with respect, regardless of their social standing. Yosuke plays a crucial role in helping Hana see her inner beauty.
Sumire Uguisudani (鶯谷 菫): Voiced by Yoshino Aoyama, Sumire is the beautiful class idol who is admired by many. Despite her popularity, she develops feelings for Yosuke and becomes a rival to Hana, though she initially hides her true intentions.
Tetsuo Gotanda (五反田 鉄男): Voiced by Yoshimasa Hosoya, Tetsuo is a quiet and stoic student who is part of Yosuke’s friend group. He has a crush on Sumire and supports her after she faces rejection.
Tsutomu Shinbashi (新橋 勉): Voiced by Tasuku Hatanaka, Tsutomu is a high school boy who is central to his class but is still wary of what others think due to a bitter experience he had in middle school.
Keisuke Ueno (上野 圭介): Voiced by Makoto Ito, Keisuke is Yosuke’s younger brother, an elementary school student with judgment skills that rival those of adults.
Production Team: Cultivating the Anime
The anime adaptation is brought to life by a talented team of creators:
- Original Creator: Roku Sakura (桜 Rokku)
- Director and Series Composition: Mirai Minato (湊未來)
- Character Design: Miwa Oshima (大島 美和)
- Sub-Character Designer: Beat
- Prop Designer: Moe Tanaka (田中 萌)
- Art Director: Hideto Nakahara (仲原 穣)
- 3D Art Object Design: Yoshiki Enomoto (榎本 往輝)
- Color Design: Akira Igarashi (五十嵐 彰)
- Director of Photography: Yūko Shintani (新谷 有子)
- Editing: Yūji Kondō (近藤 勇二) (REAL-T)
- Sound Director: Masanori Tsuchiya (土屋 雅紀)
- Music: Yuki Hayashi (林 ゆうき), Shogo Yamashiro (山城ショウゴ)
- Animation Production: SILVER LINK.
Theme Songs: A Symphony of Emotions
Adding to the series’ charm are its captivating theme songs:
- Opening Theme: “Bloom” performed by TWS featuring Ayumu Imazu.
- Ending Theme: “Souvenir” performed by GLASGOW.
From Manga to Anime: A Blossoming Journey
“April Showers Bring May Flowers” began as a manga series written and illustrated by Roku Sakura. It was serialized in Kadokawa Shoten’s seinen manga magazine Young Ace from April 2016 to September 2022, with its chapters collected in 12 tankōbon volumes. A “special edition” series, titled “April Showers Bring May Flowers: Bloom” (ブスに花束を。 ～Bloom～, Busu ni Hanataba o: Bloom), started in Young Ace on March 4, 2025.
Yen Press has licensed the manga for English publication, with the first volume released in November 2024.
Where to Watch: Catching the Bloom
As the premiere date approaches, fans worldwide are eager to know where they can watch “April Showers Bring May Flowers.” Keep an eye on streaming platforms like Crunchyroll, which often simulcasts popular anime series.
Final Thoughts: A Must-See Anime
“April Showers Bring May Flowers” promises to be a heartwarming and hilarious anime series that explores themes of self-acceptance, friendship, and romance. With its charming characters, engaging storyline, and talented production team, this is one anime you won’t want to miss in July 2025! Get ready to watch Hana’s world bloom.
