Exciting Original Anime 'Tetsuryo!' Set for 2026 Release

Pony Canyon has unveiled plans for an original television anime titled Tetsuryo! Meet with Tetsudou Musume, set to premiere in 2026. This announcement includes the main staff details and a teaser visual, offering fans a glimpse into what to expect. The anime is inspired by the popular characters from the Tetsudou Musume (Railway Girls) franchise.

Key Staff Involved

• Original Work: Tomytec
• Director: Misuzu Hoshino (known for Dosanko Gal wa Namara Menkoi)
• Original Work Cooperation: Kisetsu Morita, creator of Slime Taoshite 300-nen, Shiranai Uchi ni Level Max ni Nattemashita
• Series Composition & Script: Aya Satsuki (from Kawaisugi Crisis)
• Character Design: Hisanori Hashimoto (worked as animation director on Nakitai Watashi wa Neko wo Kaburu)
• Studio: East Fish Studio

Background of Tetsudou Musume

The Tetsudou Musume franchise started in 2005, focusing on women working in the railway industry, with memorable characters and merchandise. A previous live-action series, Tetsudo Musume: Girls Be Ambitious!, premiered in October 2008, cementing its place in pop culture.

Plot Synopsis

The story follows Misaki, a university student disillusioned with everyday life. Seeking adventure and passion, she is invited by the Travel Train Club (often referred to as the Tetsuyo Club) to explore the world of railways. As she engages with this new environment, her excitement for the journey ahead grows.

Source: Tetsuryo Official Site