English Dub Cast Unveiled
Crunchyroll has announced the English dub cast for the television anime "A Sign of Affection" (Yubisaki to Renren), adapted from Suu Morishita's manga. The cast includes Lara Woodhull as Yuki, Reagan Murdock as Itsuomi, Rebecca Danae as Rin, Ethan Gallardo as Shin, Kamen Casey as Kyouya, Nazeeh Tarsha as Oushi, Irwin Daye as Batayan, Seth Fuentes as Mitoki, with Jason Lord directing the dub.
Premiering on January 20
The English dub of "A Sign of Affection" is set to premiere on Crunchyroll on January 20. This provides an additional option for fans to experience the heartwarming and romantic story of Yuki and Itsuomi in a language familiar to them.
Story Overview
The anime portrays the pure love story between Yuki, a deaf college girl, and Itsuomi, her caring upperclassman. As Itsuomi opens up a new world to Yuki, their relationship blossoms, creating a touching narrative that has resonated with fans globally.
Achievements and Recognition
Suu Morishita's manga has garnered immense popularity, with over 3.4 million copies sold, including digital versions. It has received acclaim in various award rankings and sparked lively discussions on social media platforms.
Production Details
Directed by YÅ«ta Murano and produced by Ajia-do, the anime features Yukari Hashimoto's music composition, Kasumi Sakai's character design, and Yoko Yonaiyama as the series scriptwriter. The opening theme "Yuki no Oto" is performed by Novelbright, while ChoQMay contributes the ending theme "snowspring."
Manga Origin
Originally serialized in Kodansha's Dessert magazine from July 2019, the "A Sign of Affection" manga showcases the unique romance between Yuki and Itsuomi. Kodansha USA Publishing is releasing the manga digitally in English.
A Multilingual Journey of Love
As "A Sign of Affection" expands its reach with the English dub premiering on Crunchyroll, fans around the world can immerse themselves in the heartfelt narrative of love, communication, and understanding. The diverse cast and creative team aim to bring Yuki and Itsuomi's story to life in a way that resonates with audiences globally.