The TV anime “Breath,” based on the popular manga by Yuki Sonoyama, will begin airing nationwide on Fuji TV’s “Noitamina” block starting in January 2027!
It has been announced that Tomotaka Ohno will voice Aia Udagawa and Chisato Miura will voice Jun Sumizaki, and two character promotional videos featuring footage from the series have also been released.
・Tomotaka Ohno voices Aia Udagawa, and Chiyuki Miura voices Jun Sumizaki
・Animation production is by A-1 Pictures, with Shotaro Kitamura serving as director
・Two character promotional videos featuring teaser visuals and scenes from the series have been released
・A list of broadcast stations, air days and times, and streaming information have not yet been announced
The TV anime “Breath” will begin airing on Noitamina in January 2027!
The TV anime adaptation of Yuki Sonoyama’s “Breath” will air nationwide on the Fuji TV network’s “Noitamina” network starting in January 2027. Along with this announcement, a teaser visual, two main cast members, and two character promotional videos featuring scenes from the series have been released.
© Yukino Sonoyama, Kodansha/Breath Production CommitteeThe teaser visual was created by character designer Honoka Yokoyama. It features delicate eye makeup and white Casablanca lilies, whose floral meanings include “purity” and “blessing.”
The original manga is currently serialized in Kodansha’s “Monthly Shonen Sirius” and has surpassed 1.25 million copies in cumulative circulation. While the anime adaptation itself was already announced in 2026, this latest update reveals the broadcast period, time slot, and cast.
As of now, the only details announced are “January 2027” and “Nationwide on Fuji TV’s Noitamina block.” The list of broadcast stations, days and times of broadcast, and streaming platforms have not been announced.
TV Anime “Bres” Cast and Character PV
The main cast includes Tomotaka Ohno as Aia Udagawa and Chiyuki Miura as Jun Sumizaki.
| Characters | Cast |
|---|---|
| Aia Udagawa | Tomotaka Ohno |
| Jun Sumizaki | Chiyuki Miura |
Two character promotional videos have been released, both featuring scenes from the series.
New character PVs are scheduled to be released every week going forward. Since announcements regarding additional cast members may also follow this pattern, please follow the anime’s official X account for updates.
Synopsis and Characters of the TV Anime “Bres”
Ai Udagawa, who gave up on her dream of becoming a makeup artist, and Jun Sumizaki, who longed to be a model but couldn’t bring herself to take the first step. These two, who had hidden their true aspirations and conformed to those around them, take their first steps toward their dreams through makeup after participating in a school festival contest.
| Entry | Aia Udagawa | Jun Sumizaki |
|---|---|---|
| Cast | Tomotaka Ohno | Chiyuki Miura |
| Birthday | December 25 | July 17 |
| Height | 172 cm | 178.5 cm |
| Blood Type | Type A | Type O |
Aia Udagawa
A first-year high school student and former model. She dreamed of becoming a makeup artist but had given up, believing she lacked the talent. After entering a contest at the school festival, she begins to reexamine her feelings toward makeup.
Jun Sumizaki
A first-year high school student in the same class as Aia. At school, she hides her tall stature and freckles, but she continues to practice the runway walk her mother taught her, dreaming of becoming a model.
Staff of the TV Anime “Bres”
Animation production is by A-1 Pictures, with Shotaro Kitamura serving as director.
| Original Work | Yukino Sonoyama’s “Breath” (Serialized in Kodansha’s “Monthly Shonen Sirius”) |
|---|---|
| Director | Shotaro Kitamura |
| Assistant Director | Takayuki Kikuchi (A-1 Pictures) |
| Series Composition & Screenplay | Fukuro Kamiza |
| Character Design | Honoka Yokoyama |
| Chief Animation Directors | Honoka Yokoyama / Tetsuya Kawakami (A-1 Pictures) / Reina Iwasaki |
| Costume Design | Akane Takeda (A-1 Pictures) |
| Prop Design | Takayuki Kito |
| Main Animators | Yuichiro Iida / Marina Kobayashi / Mirai Harashima (A-1 Pictures) |
| Hair and Makeup Supervisor | Katsuyoshi Kojima (tron) |
| Graphic Illustration | Kashimaki |
| Color Design | Mana Kitahigashi (A-1 Pictures) |
| Art Director | Risa Wakabayashi (A-1 Pictures) |
| Art Setting | Yoshiki Hira (A-1 Pictures) |
| CG Director | Yuki Kuribayashi |
| Director of Photography | Hideki Eto (EXPLOSION) |
| Editing | Kiyoshi Hirose |
| Music | Ryo Yoshimata |
| Sound Director | Kohei Yoshida |
| Sound Effects | Takuya Hasegawa |
| Animation Production | A-1 Pictures |
Since this is a work centered on makeup, the roles of Hair and Makeup Supervisor and Costume Designer have been established as separate positions. This structure ensures oversight of the depiction of makeup within the series.
TV Anime “Breath” to Air on Fuji TV’s Noitamina Block Starting January 2027
© Yukino Sonoyama, Kodansha / Breath Production Committee| Title | TV Anime “Breath” |
|---|---|
| Broadcast Period | January 2027 *Broadcast dates and times to be announced |
| Broadcast Slot | Nationwide on the Fuji TV Network “Noitamina” |
| Original Work | Yukino Sonoyama’s “Breath” (Serialized in Kodansha’s “Monthly Shonen Sirius”) *Total circulation has exceeded 1.25 million copies |
| Cast | Aia Udagawa: Tomotaka Ohno / Jun Sumizaki: Chiyuki Miura |
| Animation Production | A-1 Pictures |
| Original Manga | 8 volumes published to date / Volume 9 goes on sale Thursday, October 8, 2026 |
| Official Website | TV Anime “Breath” Official Website |
| Teaser PV | TV Anime “Breath” Teaser PV (YouTube) |
| Official X | TV Anime “Bless” (@bless_anime) |
| Official X for the Original Work | “Bless” Official (@bless_sirius) |
The TV anime “Bless” will air nationwide on Fuji TV’s “Noitamina” block starting in January 2027. Details regarding broadcast stations, air dates and times, and streaming information will be announced in future updates.
Information on the Original “Bless” Manga
The original manga is beloved for its story of characters who continue to pursue their dreams while facing worries and obstacles, as well as its realistic depictions of makeup. The manga series has been published up to Volume 8, and Volume 9 will be released on Thursday, October 8, 2026 (Thursday). This serves as a guide for those who wish to catch up on the original series before the broadcast.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the TV Anime “Bres”
When does the series premiere?
It premieres in January 2027. It will air on the “Noitamina” block on Fuji TV affiliates nationwide. A list of broadcast stations, as well as the days and times, has not yet been announced.
Will it be available for streaming?
This has not been announced yet. Information regarding streaming platforms will be announced in future updates.
Who is in the cast?
Tomotaka Ohno voices Aia Udagawa, and Chiyuki Miura voices Jun Sumizaki.
Who is producing the series?
A-1 Pictures. Shotaro Kitamura is directing, Fukuro Kamiza is handling series composition and screenplay, and Honoka Yokoyama is in charge of character design.
What is the original work like?
It is a manga by Yuki Sonoyama, currently serialized in Kodansha’s “Monthly Shonen Sirius.” It is a coming-of-age ensemble drama centered on the theme of makeup, and its cumulative circulation has exceeded 1.25 million copies.
How many volumes of the original manga have been released so far?
Volumes 1 through 8 have been published. Volume 9 will be released on Thursday, October 8, 2026 (Thursday).
How many character promotional videos have been released?
Two character promotional videos using scenes from the main story have been released. New character promotional videos are scheduled to be released every week going forward.
Please check the official website for details.
*Please note that the information in this article may be out of date. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please check the official website for the latest information.
©Yukino Sonoyama, Kodansha / Breath Production Committee
