Voice actress and singer Konomi Kohara recently shared on her Instagram account photos from the “Summer Pockets Prologue Party” livestream event. She announced that the anime adaptation of Visual Arts/Key’s Summer Pockets visual novel is set to air in 2025 for two consecutive cours. Kohara, who voices the character Shiroha Naruse in both the game and anime, expressed her excitement for the upcoming project.
YURiKA, the insert song artist for the game, also took to her X/Twitter account to confirm that the anime will run for two consecutive cours. This news has generated a lot of buzz among fans of the visual novel and anime enthusiasts alike.
The staff behind the anime revealed back in December 2021 that an anime adaptation was in the works, and now the project is finally coming to fruition. The anime will feature a talented cast, including Shōya Chiba, Konomi Kohara, Natsumi Takamori, Nene Hieda, and more. The additional cast members announced during the recent event further add to the anticipation surrounding the series.
Directed by Tomoki Kobayashi at studio feel, the anime promises to bring the world of Summer Pockets to life on screen. With Keiichirō Ōchi overseeing the series scripts and Mai Otsuka designing the characters, fans can expect a visually stunning and emotionally engaging adaptation.
The music for the anime will be composed by a talented team including Shinji Orito, Jun Maeda, and more. Konomi Suzuki, known for performing the game’s theme songs, will be lending her vocals to the anime’s opening and ending theme songs.
Summer Pockets originally launched for PC in Japan in 2018, and has since garnered a dedicated fanbase. The game’s English version was released on Steam in 2020, further expanding its reach to international audiences.
The story of Summer Pockets takes place in a rural district on an isolated island, focusing on the theme of a nostalgic summer. With Jun Maeda credited for the original concept and a team of talented illustrators and writers behind the game, the anime adaptation is poised to captivate viewers with its heartfelt storytelling and beautiful visuals.
As fans eagerly await the premiere of the Summer Pockets anime in 2025, the anticipation continues to build for what promises to be a memorable and emotional viewing experience. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated adaptation!
