The animation studio Cloverworks He has decided to celebrate the 2025 summer anime season in a big way with a special collaboration between three of his most anticipated titles, My Dress-Up Darling, , Rascal does not dream of Santa Claus and The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity. To mark this event, the studio has launched a collaborative illustration starring the heroines of each of these series: Marin Kitagawa, , Mai Sakurajima and Kaoruko Waguri, gathered for the first time in the same promotional image.
This commemorative illustration highlights the visual talent of Cloverworks By introducing the three characters in a summer environment, each with its characteristic style, but harmonized under the same color palette and light and youthful aesthetic. This image not only serves as a joint promotion, but as a reminder of the study’s approach to creating stories focused on strong, sensitive and emotionally complex female characters.
Three series, the same season
The most remarkable thing about this collaboration is that the three titles involved will be released on the same day; My Dress-Up Darling, , Rascal does not dream of Santa Claus and The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity will screen its first episode on July 5, 2025. Reinforcing the presence of Cloverworks During the summer season, it also offers a unique opportunity to compare narrative styles, themes and artistic direction within the same studio.
My dress-up darling (Sono Bisque Doll Wa Koi Wo Suru) Season 2
With the arrival of his long-awaited second season, My Dress-Up Darling (d)Sono Bisque Doll Wa Koi Wo Suru) continues the story of Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojou, exploring new dynamics in their relationship while facing new challenges in the cosplay world. The series is directed by Keisuke Shinohara, with composition of Yoriko Tomita, character designs by Kazumasa Ishida and music of Takeshi Nakatsuka. The premiere of the new season will be broadcast on the streaming platform Crunchyroll.
Rascal does not dream of Santa Claus (Seishun Buta Yarou Wa Bunny Girl Senpai no Yume Wo Minai)
Directed by Soichi Masui, this new season of the universe Seishun Buta Yarou, titled Rascal does not dream of Santa Claus (d)Seishun Buta Yarou Wa Bunny Girl Senpai no Yume Wo Minai), adapt the story centered on Mai Sakurajima Cwith a nostalgic and emotional tone that characterizes the saga. The script is in charge of Masahiro Yokotani, character designs by Satomi Tamura, and the soundtrack is paid by Fox Capture Plan. Crunchyroll will also stream this production simultaneously.
The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity (Kaoru Hana Wa Rin to Saku)
The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity (d)Kaoru Hana Wa Rin to Saku) is a new anime adaptation based on the romance manga adaptation of Saka Mikami. Directed by Miyuki Kuroki, with the assistance of Satoshi Yamaguchi and script of Rino Yamazaki, presents a love story with a more delicate and contemplative approach.
The character design and animation direction are in charge of Kohei Tokuoka, while the music is composed by Moeki Harada. This series will be available on Netflix for global audiences. a title that reminds us a lot of My Dress-Up Darling.
A special event to celebrate the summer
To commemorate this triple premiere, an event entitled “Summer is Youth! Aoharu Anime Fes.“ which will be broadcast on July 5 at 8:00 pm (Japan time) on the official channel of YouTube of aniplex. The main voice actresses of each anime will participate in this special; Asami hedge (d)Mai), Hina Suguta (d)Marin) and Queen Ueda (d)Kaoruko), who will share their experiences in the recordings and comment on their respective characters.
These types of events reinforce the emotional bond between fans and the series, by allowing a closer connection with the Seiyuu and showing the behind the scenes of the productions. In addition, it serves as an excellent cross-promotion strategy to attract more fans to Rascal does not dream of Santa Claus and The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity.
CloverWorks: Synonym of emotional quality
Since its establishment as an independent brand under aniplex, , Cloverworks It has established itself as one of the most respected animation studios in Japan, thanks to its emphasis on emotional narrative, well-developed characters and a polished visual aesthetic. productions like Wonder Egg Priority, , HORIMIYA or Spy x Family (co-production with Wit Studio) have demonstrated their versatility and commitment to quality.
visual collaboration between Marin, , Mai and Kaoruko of the animes My Dress-Up Darling, , Rascal does not dream of Santa Claus and The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity It is more than just a promotional image. It represents a celebration of creative talent and a tribute to the diversity of stories that contemporary anime can offer, especially under the same artistic vision as that of Cloverworks.
