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New Anime Series "Tetsuryo! meet with Tetsudo Musume" Reveals Main Cast
12/1/2025, 2:34:49 PM
Overview of the Anime Series
The upcoming original television anime "Tetsuryo! meet with Tetsudo Musume," inspired by TOMYTEC's Tetsudo Musume (Railway Girls) character project, has announced its main cast ahead of its premiere in 2026. The series centers on four train-loving college students who are members of the Tetsudo Ryoko Doko-kai, also known as the Railway Travel Club. Their adventures take them across Japan, where they encounter the Tetsudo Musume characters, who are depicted as working in various railway companies and related businesses while wearing authentic uniforms.
Main Cast and Production Team
The main cast for "Tetsuryo! meet with Tetsudo Musume" includes:
- May Tachibana as Misaki Sata
- Mao Shoji as Kodama Orihara
- Haruna Fukushima as Ushio Yagami
- Hika Tsukishiro as Usa Harutachi
The anime is directed by Misuzu Hoshino, known for her work on "Laid-Back Camp" and "The Maid I Hired Recently Is Mysterious," at East Fish Studio. Aya Satsuki, who has experience with titles such as "Solo Camping for Two," oversees and writes the series scripts, while Hisanori Hashimoto is responsible for character design.
Background of Tetsudo Musume
The Tetsudo Musume project, which began in 2005, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. As of May 2025, there are 114 Tetsudo Musume characters across Japan, each representing various railway companies and embodying the spirit of the railway industry. The characters are designed to reflect real-life railway workers, contributing to the authenticity of the series.
Why It Matters
The "Tetsuryo! meet with Tetsudo Musume" anime not only continues the legacy of the Tetsudo Musume franchise but also aims to engage a new generation of viewers with its unique blend of adventure and appreciation for Japan's railway culture. By showcasing the experiences of young adults in the railway industry, the series may foster greater interest in rail travel and the cultural significance of trains in Japan.
Official Statements & Responses
The production team has expressed excitement about bringing the Tetsudo Musume characters to life in a new format. Misuzu Hoshino stated, "We aim to create a series that resonates with both long-time fans and newcomers, highlighting the joy of train travel and the vibrant lives of those who work in the industry."
What's Next
As the premiere date approaches in 2026, further promotional materials and trailers are expected to be released, providing additional insights into the series' themes and character dynamics. Fans of the Tetsudo Musume franchise are encouraged to stay tuned for updates as the launch date nears.
