The adaptation of “Nanatsu-ya: Shinobu and Her Jewelry Box,” a human drama about gems and pawnshops by Tomoko Ninomiya, the author of Nodame Cantabile, is expected in 2027.
A teaser visual and trailer have been released with the announcement. In the teaser visual, the main characters of the series, Shinobu Kurata and Akisada Kitagami, are shown with shining gems that embody the series. The teaser trailer is also decorated with colorful gems for a dazzling look. Both are the first look at the anime. The teaser trailer is on YouTube.
Some people who worked on the Nodame Cantabile anime are involved in the new project. Chiaki Kon, who directed Nodame Cantabile: Paris Arc and Nodame Cantabile Finale, will direct the new series, while Nodame Cantabile’s studio, J.C. Staff, will produce the animation. Seishi Minakami will supervise the series composition, and Mai Furuki will create the character designs.
“I’m grateful to have the opportunity to be involved in Tomoko Ninomiya-sensei’s work once again,” Kon said in the announcement. “The stories of the gemstones are really interesting.”
“I’m going to enjoy bringing these gemstone stories to life beautifully in anime for you all, so I hope you will do your best at watching,” Kon added.
The manga is serialized in Kiss, a magazine published by Kodansha. It is set at Kurata-ya, a famous pawnshop in downtown Tokyo, where Shinobu works. She has a unique ability to feel the “aura” of the gemstones. At just one glance, she can see the true nature of any gemstone brought to the pawnshop.
Akisada is the heir of a rich family and works as a salesman in a famous luxury jewelry shop. He is connected to Kurata-ya and has an intriguing background: a sudden separation from his family in childhood and a mystery he had to leave behind.
The story revolves around the emotions of each gemstone, the stories of people visiting the pawnshop, and the secrets of Akisada’s background, focusing on Shinobu and Akisada.
Ninomiya also released a commemorative illustration to celebrate the anime announcement.
The adaptation attracts many spheres. Congratulations come from people working in the jewelry and pawnshop business, including specialists who helped supervise and support the series, as well as from fans of the original manga.
The series is expected to air in 2027.
