Fans of romantic school stories are in for a treat as A Star Brighter Than the Sun (Taiyō Yori mo Mabushii Hoshi) anime prepares for its global streaming debut. Based on Kazune Kawahara’s beloved manga, the anime will premiere on TBS in Japan on October 2, followed by worldwide streaming on Amazon Prime Video starting October 3.
Cast and Staff
The anime features a talented cast:
- Minori Fujidera as Sae Iwata
- Yūki Ono as Kōki Kamishiro
- Hina Yomiya as Hisui Onodera
- Taito Ban as Yōta Ayukawa
- Mutsumi Tamura as Mio Kagawa
- Ryōta Ōsaka as Yūshin Izawa
- Haruka Shiraishi as Subaru Kamishiro
Aya Kobayashi (Vinland Saga, Spy×Family) is directing the series at Studio KAI, with Yasuhiro Nakanishi overseeing the scripts.
Character designs are handled by Jin Feng Zeng, while Natsumi Tabuchi and Miki Sakurai compose the music.
The series’ opening theme, “Stellar Days,” is performed by Motohiro Hata, and the ending theme, “Saishin-wa” (Latest Episode), is by Wanuka.
Story Overview
Viz Media describes the manga’s first volume:
Sae and Kōki have been childhood friends, but as they enter high school, Sae realises her feelings for Kōki have grown. However, she isn’t the only girl interested in him. Amidst the ups and downs of teenage emotions, Sae must navigate friendship, love, and self-discovery to understand where her heart truly lies.
Manga Background
Kazune Kawahara, known for My Love Story!!, High School Debut and Aozora Yell launched the manga in Shueisha’s Bessatsu Margaret magazine in June 2021. The series has 12 volumes as of August 25, 2025, and continues to capture fans with its heartfelt storytelling and charming illustrations.
Streaming Information
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Japan TV Premiere: October 2, 11:56 p.m. JST on TBS and affiliates
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Global Streaming: October 3, 12:56 a.m. JST on Amazon Prime Video
With its mix of heartwarming romance and school-life drama, A Star Brighter Than the Sun promises to be a must-watch for shōjo anime fans worldwide.
