Yanmar Holdings revealed the studios and staff responsible for five episodes of the Miru: Paths To My Future anime. The anime is set to premiere in April 2025 on Japanese TV networks.
Virtual Witch Phenomenon (V.W.P) will perform the Miru: Paths To My Future anime opening theme song “愛詩 (AI=UTA).” The opening theme song’s lyrics, composition, and arrangement were handled by Elements Garden, led by Noriyasu Agematsu. The producer is Akihiro Tomita.
The studios and staff for the new Miru: Paths To My Future anime episodes may be read below, along with comments from key staff members:
Episode 079
Episode Title: “Stardust Memory”
Episode 101
Episode Title: “The King of the Forest”
Animation Production: TriF Studio
Website: https://www.trifstudio.com/
Director: Okamoto
Comment from Okamoto:
“Growing up in a rural part of Japan where anime broadcasts were limited, the ‘Yanboh and Marboh Weather Forecast’ was a cherished part of my childhood. In this episode, we explore the story of a young man pursuing his childhood dreams. My heartfelt wish is that his journey becomes ‘a butterfly’s wingbeat,’ inspiring and shaping someone’s future.”
Episode 217
Episode Title: “Londonderry Air”
Production Studio: SCOOTER FILMS×SHIROGUMI
Website: https://www.scooterfilms.jp/
Director: Tomohiro Kawamura
Comment from Tomohiro Kawamura:
“‘Who am I?’ ‘Why have I come to this era?’ These questions guide the journey of MIRU, a robot whose destiny forever changes after an encounter with a young pianist. We invite you to enjoy this unique episode, designed as an intriguing ‘Episode 0.’”
Episode 630
Episode Title: “Re: MIRU”
Animation Production: REIRS
Website: https://www.reirs.co.jp/en
Director: Naofumi Mishina
Comment from Naofumi Mishina:
“During our daily production meetings, the staff exchange ideas about concepts that would visually captivate our audience. Meanwhile, I find myself creating a story about a bleak future. There’s an odd satisfaction in this juxtaposition, and I’m looking forward to the final result.”
Episode 926
Episode Title: “Wait, I’ll Be There”
Animation Production: LARX×Studio HIBARI
Website: https://www.st-hibari.co.jp/?lang=en
Director: Saori Nakashiki
Comment from Saori Nakashiki:
“Greetings, this is Nakashiki, the director of episode 926 of 未ル(Miru). This episode serves as an origin story featuring the energetic girl Airu and the mysterious robotic dog Pochimaru. I hope their journey toward a future full of flowers will leave a lasting impression in your hearts!”