A Classic Shojo Romance Returns to the Screen
Fans of the legendary shojo series Hana-Kimi: For You in Full Blossom (Hana Zakari no Kimi tachi e) have major news to celebrate! To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the beloved manga created by the late Hisaya Nakajo, a brand-new live-action TV drama adaptation and a full-scale stage play have been officially announced.
Originally serialized in Hakusensha’s Hana to Yume from 1996 to 2004, the manga has surpassed 17 million copies in circulation. Following its recent TV anime adaptation in 2026, the series continues to inspire fans across generations worldwide.
Star-Studded Cast Revealed for TV Drama
The new 8-episode TV drama is scheduled to premiere on Nippon TV starting December 5, 2026. The story follows Mizuki Ashiya, a girl who disguises herself as a boy to enroll in an all-boys boarding school to meet her high jump idol, Izumi Sano.
The lead roles feature a dynamic young cast:
- Mizuki Ashiya: Hana Kawamura
- Izumi Sano: Makoto Hasegawa (THE RAMPAGE)
- Shuichi Nakatsu: Itsuki Fujiwara (THE RAMPAGE)
Joining them are rising talents playing the vibrant classmates and charismatic dorm leaders of Osaka Academy, including Keigo Ito, Yuki Tomita, Miro Takaoka, Riku Morita, Motonosuke, Daigo Kobayashi, Tomoki Nishiyama, Yuki Sakurai, and Hiroto Takahashi. Solo visual photos showcasing all 12 main cast members in uniform have already been released!
Same Cast to Head Stage Play Adaptation
In a unique crossover project, all 12 main actors from the drama will reprise their exact roles in a live stage adaptation immediately after the TV finale. The stage play will tour Osaka, Aichi, and Tokyo in early 2027, featuring interactive daily segments and exclusive theatrical effects to recreate the energetic school atmosphere.
Streaming Details
For viewers in Japan, the drama will stream on TVer and Hulu following each television broadcast. Hulu will also exclusively release a special director’s cut version containing unreleased footage, giving fans even more romantic comedy moments to enjoy.
Source: Yahoo News Japan