Wandance Anime Premieres October 8 – New Trailer, Theme Songs & Cast Details Revealed
The Wandance anime premieres on October 8, 2025, with theme songs by Yaffle feat. Sahnya, BE:FIRST, and ELSEE. Produced by MADHOUSE and CYCLONE GRAPHICS, the series brings Coffee’s dance manga to life with a stellar soundtrack.
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Wandance, the highly anticipated dance anime adaptation of Coffee’s manga, has officially announced its premiere date along with a brand-new trailer. The series will debut in Japan on October 8, 2025, at 23:45 JST, showcasing a powerful mix of music, choreography, and heartfelt storytelling.
Wandance Anime Trailer & Theme Songs
The new trailer highlights the energy and emotion behind the series while previewing its official theme songs:
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Opening Theme: “Stare in Wonder” by BE:FIRST
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Insert Song: “Kujira” by Yaffle feat. Sahnya
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Ending Theme: “Wondrous” by ELSEE
Production & Creative Team
The anime is co-produced by MADHOUSE (known for Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End) and CYCLONE GRAPHICS, ensuring high-quality visuals and smooth dance sequences.
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Director: Michiya Kato (Bubble visual effects supervisor)
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Dance Producer: World-renowned K-pop choreographer RIEHATA
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Soundtrack: Over 30 original tracks by artists including Yujin Aramaki, Jazztronik, FUNI, GZO, Seann Bowe, Michael Yano, URU, Weauxmaque, and more, with Naoki “naotyu-” Chiba as music producer.
Manga Background
Originally serialized in Monthly Afternoon since 2019, Coffee’s Wandance manga has reached 13 collected volumes. Kodansha USA publishes the English version, introducing readers to the heartfelt journey of Kaboku Kotani, a shy high schooler with a stutter who discovers freedom and self-expression through dance after meeting the fearless Hikari Wanda.
Why Fans Are Excited
Wandance isn’t just about high school life—it’s about breaking barriers, overcoming personal struggles, and finding confidence through art. With its unique blend of realistic dance choreography, a star-studded soundtrack, and emotional storytelling, the anime is already shaping up to be one of the most inspiring titles of Fall 2025.
Wandance premieres October 8, 2025—mark your calendars, dance fans.
