Midori no Makibao and Uma Musume Pretty Derby April Fool’s Surprise
The world of anime and manga has just witnessed a very legendary crossover. An April Fool's collaboration between the classic TV anime Midori no Makibao and the super popular Uma Musume Pretty Derby, based on Tsunomaru's original work, has been decided. This news has really caught many fans by surprise. To make things even more exciting, a special website and a unique “opening” video have been released, though they will be available only for a limited time. It is truly a treat for those who grew up watching the white miracle horse and those who are now fans of the horse girls.
Collaboration visual between TV anime “Midori no Makibao” and “Uma Musume Pretty Derby”
A Grand Milestone for Horse-Themed Icons
This collaboration is not just a random joke; it actually commemorates several big milestones. The year 2026 is quite special as it marks the 30th anniversary of the Midori no Makibao TV anime and the 5th anniversary of the Uma Musume game. Adding to this, it is also the Year of the Horse in the zodiac. It’s like all the stars have aligned for this project. In the specially created "Oh" opening video, the original opening sequence of the Midori no Makibao anime is recreated with a fun twist. Makibao and the horse girls, specifically those with an "O" in their names, take centre stage.
Fans can have a great time watching a lineup of iconic characters running together, including:
- Makibao
- Toukai Teio
- Teim Opera-oh
- Sakura Bakushin-oh
- Sakura Chiyo-no-oh
- Sakura Chitose-oh
- Calston Raito
The special website and this nostalgic video will remain accessible only until April 30th, so you should definitely check it out before it’s gone.
TV anime “Midori no Makibao” x “Uma Musume” collaboration “Oh” Punning video “Run OO Oh”
New Commercials and Social Media Campaigns
The fun doesn't just end with a video. A brand-new commercial has also started broadcasting today. To properly celebrate this Uma Musume partnership, the CM pays a very sincere homage to the ending theme of Midori no Makibao. It is a very sweet nod to the history of sports anime. Additionally, there is a social media campaign running for the fans. If you follow the official X accounts of both Uma Musu (@uma_musu) and Midori no Makibao (@midorimakibao30) and repost the target post, you stand a chance to win some cool gear. They are giving away a set of seven types of "O" Bar can badges and a special "O" Ganic cotton T-shirt. This campaign is quite short, running from April 1st to April 10th.
“Uma Musume Pretty Derby” CM “Very Umamimi” version
Whether you are a veteran fan of Tsunomaru's work or a new follower of the Uma Musume franchise, this collaboration is a very heartwarming way to celebrate the year of the horse. Even though it started as an April Fool's gag, the effort put into the animation and the tributes shows how much these series are loved.
