During a special livestream held on October 18, an official premiere date was announced for the upcoming Love Live! Hasunosora Jyogakuin School Idol Club TV anime. Fans can mark their calendars for January 10, 2027, when the series is scheduled to begin airing in Japan. Alongside this announcement, a new key visual for the anime was also unveiled, offering a fresh look at the project. This TV anime is the fifth installment within the broader Love Live! franchise.
The series will consist of seven episodes, which are planned to cover the narrative of the 106th class during the period from April to June. The Love Live! Hasunosora Jyogakuin School Idol Club project initially launched with a smartphone app, Link! Like! LoveLive!, in April 2023, and has since expanded through various media including a YouTube channel, CD releases, and live events. A 3DCG feature film adaptation, Love Live! Hasunosora Jyogakuin School Idol Club Bloom Garden Party, was released in Japan on May 8, 2026.
New Members and Music
The livestream also featured the release of a new artist photo, showcasing an updated eight-member lineup for the group. This updated lineup includes three newly added members: Julia Hoshimiya, voiced by Maika Nishikami; Kana Asahi, voiced by Aoi Reizawa; and Kanae Yuasa, voiced by Mion Shiwa. Additionally, a debut single for the 106th class, which will feature new songs from each unit, is slated for release on December 30, 2026.
Key points
- Love Live! Hasunosora Jyogakuin School Idol Club TV anime premieres January 10, 2027.
- A new key visual for the anime was revealed.
- The series will have seven episodes, covering April to June for the 106th class.
- An updated eight-member lineup includes Julia Hoshimiya, Kana Asahi, and Kanae Yuasa.
- The 106th class's debut single is scheduled for release on December 30, 2026.
Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 19, 2026
