The official poster visual for SHIRANUI, the upcoming short animated film written and directed by Ryo Katanosaka, has been unveiled ahead of its Japanese premiere on August 21.
Newly released videos also offer a behind-the-scenes look at Ano, who voices the protagonist Minato. One recording session clip captures Ano’s interactions with Ben-chan, a character voiced by Kana Hanazawa, providing fans with a glimpse into the film’s production process.
In a separate interview video, Ano discusses their reaction to being cast in the project, shares thoughts on some of the film’s most memorable scenes, and reflects on the guidance and direction provided by Ryo Katanosaka throughout production.
Poster Visual:
Dubbing Video:
Interview Video:
CAST:
ano as Minato
Kana Hanazawa as Ben-chan
Shin-ichiro Miki as Masaru
STAFF:
Original Story / Script / Director: Ryo Katanosaka
Music: Yuhki Kurihara
Theme Song: Ichiko Aoba
Animation Production: CoMix Wave Films
INTRODUCTION:
“Shiranui is the divine light that can grant you only one wish.”
Summer 1996 – Minato, a 10-year-old boy, is neglected by his alcoholic father and keeps to himself at home in a town by the sea. His only source of solace is Ben-chan, a girl goddess that appears on Benten Island. As Minato faces a new life in an orphanage and a painful parting from Ben-chan, he makes a wish to Shiranui for her. However, growing hatred toward his father gradually turns the wish into a malicious “curse” against him…
Source: Comic Natalie
© 2026 Ryo Katanosaka / SHIRANUI Film Partners
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