New Trailer Unveiled for 'Whoever Steals This Book'

The official website for the anime adaptation of Nowaki Fukamidori's fantasy novel, Whoever Steals This Book, has released a new trailer showcasing exciting updates. The trailer features the theme song titled "Share" performed by vocalist YUKI, formerly of the band Judy and Mary.

Cast Introductions

The film's cast includes:

• Mifuyu Mikura: Rin Kataoka
• Mashiro: Sora Tamaki
• Hirune Mikura: Nao Tōyama
• Ayumu Mikura: Junichi Suwabe
• Keiko Yosano: Shizuka Itō
• Takafumi Haruta: Shimba Tsuchiya
• Tamaki Mikura: Romi Park

Production Team

New staff members supporting the film's production include:

• Color Key Artists: Eriko Murata, Tarō Kaguchi
• CG Director: Kōji Ichikawa
• 2D Design: Aya Kubota
• Compositing Director: Yuichiro Tozawa
• Editing: Kengo Shigemura
• Sound Director: Fumiyuki Go
• Animation Producer: Yūji Higa

The film is directed by Daisei Fukuoka and produced by Kagome Company, with animation distribution managed by Kadokawa. The highly acclaimed Michiru Ōshima is responsible for the film's music.

Story Overview

Whoever Steals This Book follows Mifuyu, a high school student who inherits a vast library from her great-grandfather called Mikura Hall. Mifuyu's indifference to literature changes when books are stolen, unleashing an ancient curse that alters the town according to various stories. She must then undertake an adventurous journey with the mysterious girl Mashiro to rectify the chaos.

Initially published by Kadokawa in 2020, the story has also inspired a manga adaptation, now available in English through Yen Press.

The film is set to debut on December 26. Don’t miss it!

Source: Anime News Network