A special conversation between the original author Tsurumai Ikada and Kenshi Yonezu, who wrote the opening theme "BOW AND ARROW," was released on the official website of the TV anime "Medalist," which is based on a figure skating manga that was also chosen as the top comic in the "Next Kenshi Yonezu 2022." The conversation included behind-the-scenes stories about the song's production and thoughts on the work.
At the event for the series held on February 16th, professional figure skater Akiko Suzuki, who is in charge of the figure skating choreography for the anime, performed a special show to the tune of "BOW AND ARROW," which has also become a hot topic. The video of the special show has been released on YouTube.
"Medalist" is a manga by Tsurumai Ikada that has been serialized in the manga magazine "Afternoon" (Kodansha) since 2020. The story is about a young man, Akiura Michiji, who has failed as a skater, who meets Yuzuki Inori, a girl who aspires to the world of figure skating, and aims to become a glorious medalist as both a coach and athlete.
The anime will be directed by Yasutaka Yamamoto, known for "Invasion!? Squid Girl," and produced by ENGI, known for "Kantai Collection: Someday at That Sea." It is currently airing on TV Asahi's late-night anime slot "NUMAnimation."
(C) Tsurumai Kada, Kodansha / Medalist Production Committee
