RELEASING
HANA-Doll*: Reinterpretation of Flowering
12 Episodes
24 min each
SPRING 2025
Synopsis
Anime adaptation of Hana-Doll*, a 2.5D idol franchise. In the story of the idol project, the "Hana Ningyou Project" (Flower Doll Project) exists to artificially create the "perfect idol" by implanting a special flower seed inside a body. The franchise follows the growth of young men who dedicate their lives to the project. The anime will adapt the "first season" of the drama CD series, titled "Flowering".
Music
Mystery
Psychological
Format
Unknown
Episodes
12
Per Episode
24 min
Source
Unknown
Episodes
8 / 12 Episodes
1
Episode 1
Episode 1
The six who passed the audition start living together, aiming for their official debut. Everyone tries to get along with each other to ease their tension, but there is one person who refuses to get along with them. The atmosphere is awful. Lessons are full of mistakes, and the unit doesn't come together. Meanwhile, a stern notice is issued by the production company...
2
Episode 2
Episode 2
Rihito stubbornly rejects the other members and becomes isolated. Mahiro, who has a strong sense of responsibility, tries his best to mediate between them, but to no avail. Memories of a rainy day flash through his mind. A distorted afterimage makes him strongly aware of "that guy." The same scent, emotions that should have been suppressed. Just before the final lesson evaluation test, something strange happens to Rihito...
3
Episode 3
Episode 3
The pre-debut is finally decided, and Anthos and the others head to the location for the music video shoot. Amidst the excited voices, Chise is alone, looking at "him" with a gloomy face. The color of her heart is reflected only in her eyes - the production company's cruel verdict causes the complex colors to eat away at Anthos. And then, one more person experiences a new abnormality...
4
Episode 4
Episode 4
The voices of the members congratulate Kaoru for her blossoming. Impatience, jealousy, anxiety, irritation - their true feelings are revealed because they are serious. Some have blossomed, and some have not. Mixed with their hidden pasts, the gap that was half filled becomes deeper again. Is it a coincidence or a destiny? Resonating with the clashing confessions, new buds begin to tremble.
5
Episode 5
Episode 5
Finally, Anthos has landed a big TV job. The Idol Competition Sports Day will allow them to perform alongside famous idols, and is the perfect chance for these budding guys to make a name for themselves. Anthos is enthusiastic, but there are voices that mock them and call them "cyborgs." The shadow of the hyenas that prey on the industry is creeping up on them...
6
Episode 6
Episode 6
The long-awaited release event and public press conference were held. It was supposed to be a grand stage of joy and excitement. A gossip reporter criticizes Anthos's body modification surgery. Mahiro's secret is revealed, and the members are shaken. Their blossoming...tears them apart, giving rise to frustration and rampage...
7
Episode 7
Episode 7
Mahiro and Yota see off the blossoming members as they head off to promote their new song. Left behind in the dorm, their hearts sink. It's painful to see them acting strong out of concern for their friends. Then they receive something from the production company. It makes them happy, even if just for a moment...
8
Episode 8
Episode 8
Characters
Voice Actors
Seiichirou Yamashita (japanese)
Mahiro Yuuki
Main
Voice Actors
Kento Itou (japanese)
Lihito Toudo
Main
Voice Actors
Shunichi Toki (japanese)
Kaoru Kisaragi
Main
Voice Actors
Daiki Hamano (japanese)
Ryouga Kagekawa
Main
Voice Actors
Toshiki Masuda (japanese)
Haruta Kiyose
Main
Voice Actors
Wataru Komada (japanese)
Chise Shorai
Main
Staff
R/0
Original Creator
Masahiro Takata
Director
GyroKnuckle
Series Composition
Risa Arai
Character Design
Takanori Yamaura
Animation Producer
Saya Fukase
CG Production
Comments
Information
Aired
Apr 08, 2025
to Jun 24, 2025
Season
SPRING 2025
Source
Unknown
Format
Unknown
Studios
A-Real
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