The upcoming anime adaptation of Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring (Shunkashuuto Daikosha) has revealed a captivating winter visual, alongside confirming its music composer and its scheduled premiere in Spring 2026. This latest announcement offers fans a deeper look into the world of the light novel series ahead of its highly anticipated television debut.
Delving into the Winter Visual
The newly released winter visual for Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring showcases the distinct aesthetics of the series, focusing on the characters associated with the colder months. The visual features Rosei Kantsubaki, identified as the Agent of Winter, alongside their loyal Guard, Itecho Kangetsu. This imagery provides a glimpse into the character designs and the atmospheric tone that viewers can expect from the anime, continuing the tradition of releasing season-themed visuals that began with earlier spring and summer depictions.
Creative Minds Behind the Music and Series Composition
The musical landscape of Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring will be crafted by acclaimed composer Kensuke Ushio, known for his distinctive work in various anime productions. Fans can anticipate a compelling soundtrack that will enhance the series’ fantastical elements and emotional depth.
In addition to the music, Ayumu Hisao is handling the series composition, meaning they are responsible for the overall structure and narrative flow of the anime’s script. Ken Yamamoto is taking the helm as the director, with WIT Studio, recognized for its high-quality animation, producing the series. Kazuhiro Furuhashi, known for his work on Dororo and Spy x Family, is serving as animation advisor.
Spring 2026 Premiere and Source Material
Fans eager to experience the animated adaptation will mark their calendars for Spring 2026, as the anime is officially slated to begin airing during that season. The series adapts the popular light novel by Kana Akatsuki, the celebrated author behind Violet Evergarden, with illustrations by Suoh.
The narrative of Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring is deeply rooted in a world where the cycle of seasons is maintained by special individuals known as the Agents of the Four Seasons. The story particularly follows Hinagiku, the Agent of Spring, who vanished a decade prior and now returns to restore the balance of the seasons. The light novel series, which began in April 2021 under KADOKAWA’s Dengeki Bunko label, has seen eight volumes released as of December 2024. Yen Press has licensed the light novel for English publication, making the source material accessible to a broader audience. A manga adaptation by Nappa Komatsuda is also ongoing.
