The summer anime season is just around the corner, and one of the most anticipated shows is Kyoto Animation's 20th Century Denki Catalog. This steampunk adventure has been gaining attention for its unique art style and intriguing storyline.
Story Premise
The story takes place in a world where steam engines are the primary source of power, and it follows the story of a boy and a girl who dream of the age of electricity. The boy, Kihachi Sakamoto, lost his older brother in a war, and the girl, Ineko Momokawa, is the daughter of a sake brewer. They meet over the secret of the 20th century electricity catalog, which depicts their dreams.
Director and Staff
The director of the anime is Minoru Ota, who is known for his work on various anime series. The series composition is handled by Tatsuhiko Urahata, and the character design and chief animation director is Kohei Okamura. The art director is Mao Takayama, and the color design is handled by Fuyuki Otsuka.
The anime will premiere on July 5, 2026, on ABC TV, TOKYO MX, TV Aichi, and BS11, with new episodes available on Netflix every Sunday. The opening theme song is "Eureka Evrika" by Luna Goami, and the ending theme song is "Soarin'" by Ginger Root.
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