The upcoming television anime adaptation of Hey’s “Kamiina Botan, Yoheru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana” manga has announced its main voice cast, with Sayumi Suzushiro set to voice the titular character Botan Kamiina, and Yoshino Aoyama joining as Ibuki Tonami. The highly anticipated yuri comedy series is slated to premiere in April 2026.
Confirmed Voice Cast Brings Key Characters to Life
Sayumi Suzushiro will take on the lead role of Botan Kamiina, a 20-year-old university student who discovers the world of alcohol after an encounter with her dorm leader. Suzushiro expressed her excitement for the role, noting a personal connection to Botan’s dislike of carbonated drinks.
Joining her is Yoshino Aoyama as Ibuki Tonami, Botan’s dorm leader and drinking partner, who initially struggles with drinking in public but quickly forms a close bond with Botan.
Additional cast members announced include Minako Kotobuki as Kanade Gujou, Yurina Amami as Akane Yusa, and Miyu Tomita as Yaeka Kitamori, further rounding out the ensemble for this “tipsy teasing girl’s comedy.”
Note: As of the latest announcements, Maki Kawase has not been confirmed as a cast member for “Kamiina Botan, Yoheru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana.”
A Glimpse into “Kamiina Botan, Yoheru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana”
The anime is based on Hey’s popular yuri manga, which began serialization on Akita Shoten’s Champion Cross web service in March 2019. The story centers on Botan Kamiina, a college freshman living in Chichibu, Saitama, who embarks on a journey of discovering different types of alcohol after her first drink with Ibuki. Her personality becomes bolder, and she often says surprising things when intoxicated, leading to humorous and heartwarming interactions.
Production Details and Staff
The anime adaptation is being produced by Studio Soigne. Takashi Sakuma (known for directing 16bit Sensation: Another Layer) is at the helm as director, with Shuntarō Tozawa serving as assistant director.
Yōko Yonaiyama (A Sign of Affection) is responsible for the series scripts, ensuring the narrative maintains the charm of the original manga. Kō Yoshinari (White Album) is handling the character designs, while Yūsuke Matsuo and Miyachi are credited as the main animators. The musical score will be composed by Kana Hashiguchi.
Anticipated Release
Fans can look forward to the “Kamiina Botan, Yoheru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana” anime making its debut in Japan in April 2026. The announcement has been met with excitement from fans eager to see the beloved yuri comedy brought to life on screen.
