The anime adaptation of Reiji Miyajima’s The Shiunji Family Children is making waves, and now English-speaking fans have even more reason to celebrate! Crunchyroll has announced the English dub cast and the premiere date. Get ready for sibling rivalry turned sibling romance, premiering April 29th!
What’s The Shiunji Family Children About?
The Shiunji Family Children revolves around Arata Shiunji, the eldest son in a household of seven siblings (two boys and five girls) living in a mansion in Tokyo’s Setagaya ward. Arata is constantly teased and pushed around by his sisters and dreams of a life free from their antics.
Everything changes on the youngest sister Kotono’s fifteenth birthday. Their father reveals a shocking secret: Arata and his sisters are not biologically related! Except for the younger brother Shion and fourth sister Minami, who are twins, none of them are blood-related. This revelation turns their world upside down, testing the boundaries of their relationships as they navigate this new reality. Kotono, who already has a crush on Arata, sees this as an opportunity to pursue her feelings.
The series explores themes of family, love, and the complexities of relationships when the definition of “sibling” is challenged. It delves into how each sibling grapples with the news and how it affects their individual desires and their bonds with each other.
Who are the Characters?
The Shiunji family consists of seven unique siblings, each with distinct personalities and appearances:
- Arata Shiunji: The eldest son, often exasperated by his sisters. He’s responsible and respected, but also a bit clueless when it comes to romance.
- Ouka Shiunji: Energetic and outgoing, Ouka has a close bond with Arata and is always there to support him.
- Banri Shiunji: She appears to be the oldest sister.
- Seiha Shiunji: The intelligent and level-headed sister, often the voice of reason within the family.
- Minami Shiunji: Shion’s twin, she’s quieter and more reserved than her siblings.
- Kotono Shiunji: The youngest sister, harboring a secret crush on Arata.
- Shion Shiunji: Minami’s twin brother, he is the youngest of the Shiunji siblings.
Meet the English Dub Cast
Crunchyroll has announced the talented voice actors bringing the Shiunji family to life in English:
- Abi Kumar as Arata
- Taylor Murphy as Banri
- Amber May as Seiha
- Rebecca Danae as Ouka
- Morgan Berry as Minami
- Terri Doty as Kotono
- Dallas Reid as Shion
- Cris George as Kaname
Additional Voices:
- Brianna Roberts as Yamaguchi
- Mallorie Rodak as Lala
- Cris George as Velzekyll
- Cris George as Narrator
Crew:
- Voice Director: Jill Harris
- Producer: Susie Nixon
- Adaptation: Audrey Drake Rigg
- Mixer: Neal Malley
- Engineer: Tina Son
Production Team
The Shiunji Family Children is based on the manga by Reiji Miyajima (also known for Rent-a-Girlfriend) and Reiji Yukino. The anime is directed by Ryoki Kamitsubo (episode director for Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie) at studio Doga Kobo. Noboru Kimura (Solo Leveling) handles series composition, Miki Muto (SING “YESTERDAY” FOR ME) designs the characters, and Shota Horie, Akki, and Ginnojo Hoshi compose the music.
Is It Worth Watching?
Whether or not The Shiunji Family Children is worth watching depends on your taste in anime. Here’s a breakdown to help you decide:
You Might Enjoy This Anime If:
- You like harem anime with a twist.
- You enjoy romantic comedies with a focus on family dynamics.
- You appreciate well-developed and distinct characters.
- You’re a fan of Reiji Miyajima’s other works, like Rent-a-Girlfriend.
- You don’t mind some potentially controversial themes like pseudo-incest (which the anime addresses by revealing the characters aren’t blood-related).
- You’re looking for a lighthearted and entertaining series with some surprising depth.
You Might Want to Skip This Anime If:
- You dislike harem anime in general.
- You’re uncomfortable with the idea of sibling romance, even if they aren’t biologically related.
- You prefer anime with serious, dramatic plots over lighthearted rom-coms.
- You’re looking for something highly original and groundbreaking.
Where to Watch
The English dub of The Shiunji Family Children will be available on Crunchyroll starting April 29th. You can also watch the subtitled version already streaming on Crunchyroll.
Final Thoughts
The Shiunji Family Children presents a unique and potentially controversial premise, exploring the complexities of love and family when traditional boundaries are blurred. With a talented English dub cast and a solid production team, this anime is poised to be a must-watch for fans of romantic comedies and harem anime with a twist. Be sure to check it out on Crunchyroll starting April 29th!
