The anime adaptation of the light novel “Tokidoki Bosotto Roshia-Go de Dereru Tonari no Arya-san” (Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian) is getting closer and closer to airing in Japan. That is why, to increase the hype of the otaku community for the premiere of the anime of the Russian waifu known as Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou, the production committee of the anime have provided the public with new information that will please the fans of this franchise.
Among these new updates, a new promotional video stands out, which presents us with a new preview of the animation work that the Doga Kobo animation studio is doing on the series. However, that’s not all, as the new trailer for the anime “Tokidoki Bosotto Roshia-Go de Dereru Tonari no Arya-san” also presents us with a preview of its opening theme.
Tokidoki Bosotto Roshia-Go raises hype with new preview of Russian waifu
It is worth noting that the opening theme song of the anime Tokidoki Bosotto Roshia-Go from Dereru Tonari no Arya-san will be performed by the talented voice actress and singer “Sumire Uesaka“, the one in charge of voicing the protagonist Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou, and will be titled “Ichiban Kagayaku Hoshi” (The Brightest Star).
Additionally, it was specified that the series will feature a different closing theme for each episode, which will also be performed by voice actress Sumire Uesaka.
Previously, the official website of the series presented the staff members who will participate in the production of the series. Those chosen were the following:
Ryota Ito will oversee the direction and composition of the animated series. As previously mentioned, the renowned animation studio Doga Kobo, known for its work on series such as “Oshi no Ko” and “Plastic Memories“, will be in charge of the production of the anime. Yuhei Murota will be the animation director and will also be in charge of character design for the anime. Hiroaki Tsutsumi is in charge of composing the soundtrack for the anime.
The anime adaptation of the light novel “Tokidoki Bosotto Roshia-Go de Dereru Tonari no Arya-san” was scheduled to premiere in April this year. But due to some production problems, fans had to wait a little longer, as its release was rescheduled for July this year.
Voice Cast Members:
- Sumire Uesaka As Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou
- Kouhei Amasaki As Masachika Kuze
- Ayano Kimishima As Saya Aizawa
- Wakana Maruoka As Yuki Suou
- Yukiyo Fujii As Maria Mikhailovna Kujou
- Saya Aizawa As Ayano Kimishima
- Maki Kawase As Chisaki Sarashina
- Ikumi Hasegawa As Sayaka Taniyama
- Yoshino Aoyama As Nonoa Miyamae
- Taichi Ichikawa As Hikaru Kiyomiya
- Koudai Sakai As Takeshi Maruyama
- Kaito Ishikawa As Touya Kenzaki
“Tokidoki Bosotto Roshia-go de Dereru Tonari no Arya-san,” also known as “Arya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian” in the West, is a romantic comedy light novel written by Sunsunsun and illustrated by Momoco. Publication of the light novel began in Kadokawa Sneaker Bunko imprint of Kadokawa Publishing House in February 2021 and to date, the series consists of 9 published volumes.
The work has a manga adaptation by Tenamachi Saho. The manga has been published in Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket service since October 2022. It is worth noting that the literary franchise managed to exceed 2.5 million copies in circulation and thanks to the good reception of the public, in March 2023 it was announced the production of an anime adaptation.
“Tokidoki Bosotto Roshia-Go de Dereru Tonari no Arya-san” introduces us to the life of Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou, a young woman of enormous beauty and dual heritage, with Russian and Japanese roots. Alisa reigns at her high school as the undisputed idol, with a presence that captivates everyone in her path: dazzling silver hair that waves gracefully, mesmerizing blue eyes and pale skin that seems to glow, driving everyone crazy. However, behind this flawless facade lies an enigmatic personality that intimidates those around her.
Masachika Kuze, Alisa’s classmate, is the exception to this rule. A young man of simple tastes, immersed in the world of anime and gacha games, Masachika arouses Alisa’s interest in a singular way. Although he appears indifferent, he is the only one who manages to capture the attention of the enigmatic idol and in her attempt to protect her vulnerability, Alisa tends to be hard on him, reserving her gestures of affection for the Russian, not realizing that Masachika understands the language and plays at keeping the secret.
As this quirky pair exchange witty and mischievous remarks, their relationship blossoms into a delightful dance, charting a path to romance. In Tokidoki Bosotto Roshia-Go from Dereru Tonari no Arya-san, we witness how Alisa might finally learn to release her truest feelings in this captivating journey toward self-discovery and true love.