Get ready for a magical lesson in love and sorcery! The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Riku Nanano’s light novel series, Private Tutor to the Duke’s Daughter (公女殿下の家庭教師, Kōjo Denka no Kateikyōshi), is officially set to debut on July 5, 2025. A new character video featuring Allen, the titular private tutor, has just been released, building even more excitement for the upcoming premiere.
A Tutor’s Tale: What to Expect
Private Tutor to the Duke’s Daughter is a charming fantasy romance that follows Allen, a promising young sorcerer whose dreams of working at the royal court are dashed after failing a crucial exam. Penniless and unable to even afford a train ticket back home, Allen desperately seeks employment. His only lead takes him to Duke Howard, one of the kingdom’s most influential nobles, who needs a tutor for his daughter, Tina.
Tina, despite her sharp mind, is unable to cast even the simplest of spells. As the entrance exams for the prestigious Royal Academy approach, where magical aptitude is a must, Allen takes on the challenge of helping Tina overcome her magical impairment. But can Allen’s unique teaching methods unlock Tina’s hidden potential? And does Duke Howard truly want his daughter to succeed?
Allen Takes Center Stage: New Character Video
The latest character video puts the spotlight on Allen, voiced by Yūto Uemura. The video offers a glimpse into Allen’s personality and his role as Tina’s tutor. It also confirms the anime’s premiere date of July 5, 2025, leaving fans eagerly counting down the days.
Production Powerhouse: Studio and Staff
The anime adaptation is being brought to life by Studio Blanc, with Nobuyoshi Nagayama (Love Flops, Ayaka, Vampire Dormitory) at the helm as director. Kazuya Ishikura (Vampire Dormitory) serves as assistant director, while Megumi Shimizu (Tomo-chan Is a Girl!) is in charge of series composition. Akiko Toyoda (Girlfriend, Girlfriend) is responsible for the character designs, and Kei Haneoka (Kaguya-sama: Love is War) is composing the music.
The production team also includes:
- Original Creator: Riku Nanano
- Original Character Design: cura
- Art Director: Yoshimi Umino
- 3D Director: Kenji Takakura
- Sound Director: Yayoi Tateishi
- Director of Photography: Shigenori Toyooka
- Art Setting: Junko Nagasawa
- Color Design: Yuka Yamaya
- Costume Design: Natsumi Yamada
- Editing: Yūji Oka
- Prop Design: Shōhei Ōde
- Sub-Character Design: Sayaka Takemoto
- Sound Production: Bit Grooove Promotion
- Music Production: King Records
The Voices Behind the Magic: Cast Details
The cast of Private Tutor to the Duke’s Daughter is filled with talented voice actors:
- Allen: Yūto Uemura (Vinland Saga)
- Tina Howard: Hime Sawada (Saint Cecilia and Pastor Lawrence)
- Ellie Walker: Kyōka Moriya (Dropout Idol Fruit Tart)
- Lydia Leinstar: Ikumi Hasegawa (BOCCHI THE ROCK!)
- Stella Howard: Inori Minase
- Caren: Ami Maeshima
- Lynne Leinster: Miho Okasaki
- Felicia Fosse: Kana Hanazawa
Ami Maeshima will also perform the opening theme song “Wish for you,” while Miho Okasaki will perform the ending theme song “Shōjo no Susume” (A Girl’s Advice).
From Light Novel to Anime: The Journey So Far
Private Tutor to the Duke’s Daughter began as a web novel on Kakuyomu in October 2017. It was later published as a light novel series by Fujimi Shobo, with illustrations by cura, starting in December 2018. As of April 2025, the series has reached 19 volumes. A manga adaptation, illustrated by Tamura Mutō, began serialization on the Shōnen Ace Plus website in September 2019 and has four volumes as of February 2024. J-Novel Club has licensed both the light novel and manga for English publication. As of July 2024, the light novel series had 850,000 copies in circulation.
The anime adaptation was first announced in October 2023, with the first visual, cast and staff details revealed in November 2024.
Special Visuals: A Feast for the Eyes
In the months leading up to the premiere, special visuals featuring the main characters have been released, offering fans a closer look at their designs:
- Tina Howard: The first special visual showcased Tina, ready to dive into her studies.
- Ellie Walker: The second visual featured Ellie, another key character in the story.
- Lydia Leinstar: The third visual depicted Lydia, the eldest daughter of the Leinster family and a sword master, in a relaxed pose.
Where to Watch
Private Tutor to the Duke’s Daughter will begin broadcasting in Japan on July 5, 2025.
With its charming story, talented cast and stunning visuals, Private Tutor to the Duke’s Daughter is poised to become one of the standout anime of the Summer 2025 season. Mark your calendars for July 5th and get ready to enroll in a magical adventure!
