Ready your refreshments for this exciting new series coming your way this summer! Freshen up as P.A. Works production brings in “Mayonaka Punch” (真夜中ぱんチ, literally “Midnight Punch”) for extraordinary fun on your summer nights. An original anime TV series that promises to provide laughter, energy, and a unique take on the online content creation world. It started its premiere on July 8, 2024 (Monday) as one of the most anticipated shows of the season.
A Star-Studded Production Team
The team behind “Mayonaka Punch” boasts an impressive lineup of industry veterans. Director Shū Honma, known for his work on the critically acclaimed “Ya Boy Kongming!” (2022), leads the project. Joining him is series composer Hideaki Shirasaka, who also contributed to “Ya Boy Kongming!” Even the characters whom you’ll love the most are designed by the talented Tsukasa Kotobuki. He worked on iconic series like “City Hunter the Movie: Shinjuku Private Eyes” and “Mobile Suit Gundam: The Origin.” Following the stellar animation of “The Quintessential Quintuplets” movie and “Jigokuraku (Hell’s Paradise),” Ryōta Arima adapted these designs into animation.
A Hilarious Premise in the World of “NewTube”
“Mayonaka Punch” introduces us to the world of “NewTubers,” content creators active on the fictional video-sharing platform “NewTube.” The story follows Masaki, a girl who was recently fired from her previous three-person NewTube channel due to a mysterious “certain incident.” Masaki then teams up with another girl named Live to start up a new channel for the ambitious goal of gaining a million subscribers.
Mayonaka Punch promises to fill in comedy with quirky characters, absurd situations, and outrageous failures. However, it’s the characters’ perseverance and “what the heck!” attitude that’s expected to endear them to viewers and potentially inspire courage in the face of adversity.
A Vibrant Cast of Characters
The main cast of “Mayonaka Punch” features some of the most talented voice actors in the industry:
- Ikumi Hasegawa as Masaki
- Fairouz Ai as Live
- Yuina Itō as Ichiko
- Hina Yōmiya as Fū
- Hitomi Ueda as Tokage
- Ai Kayano as Yuki
Additional cast members include Chika Anzai as Kikka and Reina Kondō as Otomi, rounding out what promises to be a lively and entertaining ensemble.
Catchy Theme Songs
The opening theme, “Gimi Gimi,” will have the participation of the voice actors; Fairouz Ai, Yuina Itō, Hina Yōmiya, Hitomi Ueda, and Ai Kayano. They will sing as their respective characters. The ending theme, “Henshū-ten” (Edit Point), will be sung by Ikumi Hasegawa in character as Masaki.
Where and When to Watch
“Mayonaka Punch” premiered on July 8, 2024, at 22:30 JST on Tokyo MX, AT-X, KBS Kyoto, and Sun TV in Japan. For international viewers, Crunchyroll has announced that it will be streaming the series in territories outside of Japan as part of its Summer 2024 lineup.
A Promising Summer Hit
What makes “Mayonaka Punch” your summer feel-good show is its refreshing take on the online content creation world. Adding up to this is the characters’ comedic take on epic situations and their perseverance. Posing as one of the must-watch series for the summer 2024 anime season, it can rise to fan favorites. Especially as all eyes are on the talented team and intriguing premise the show is offering.
If you’re simply looking for a refreshing series to make your summer evenings brighter, this fun-filled anime is for you. Mayonaka Punch will surely deliver a strike to your heart with laughs and even a bit of inspiration. Indulge yourself and fill your summer with flavorful shows!
