Rainy Day Serenade Anime Reveals Staff, Cast, and April 2027 Premiere

The anime adaptation of Haruka Kawachi's manga, Rainy Day Serenade, is scheduled to begin broadcasting in Japan in April 2027. This announcement follows its initial reveal in February 2026. Alongside the premiere window, new details were shared today, including the main staff, key cast members, a teaser trailer, and a new piece of key art.

Haruka Kawachi's original Rainy Day Serenade manga was serialized in Kodansha's Kiss magazine from November 2014 to November 2025, concluding with 14 volumes. Kodansha USA publishes an English-language version of the manga.

Staff and Cast Details

Takashi Kamei is directing the anime adaptation at Tezuka Productions. The series composition is handled by Yoko Yonaiyama, with character designs by Nobuteru Yuki. Hiroshi Kato (Totonyan) is credited for art direction, Kunio Tsujita for color design, and Yoshie Ito for cinematography.

The newly announced key cast members include Yume Miyamoto as Hina Katagiri and Takeo Otsuka as Takaaki Hongo.

Story Overview

The story, as described by Kodansha USA, follows Hina, a high school student who finds herself transported back in time to the year 1907. She wakes up in a stately garden, encountering a young gentleman named Takaaki who insists she is his fiancée. Hina discovers she has a doppelganger, Hinako, who is Takaaki's actual betrothed. The narrative explores Hina's journey as she impersonates her lookalike, navigates complex familial relationships and intrigues, and confronts the implications of destiny pulling her into a different life across time.

What Fans Can Expect

Fans can look forward to seeing the historical romance and time-travel elements of Rainy Day Serenade brought to life by the announced production team and voice cast. The release of a teaser trailer and key art provides an early glimpse into the visual style and atmosphere of the upcoming series.