Zatsu Tabi- That’s Journey Anime Announces 2025 Release Date and More with New PV

On Thursday, May 16, 2024, the official website for the anime Zatsu Tabi- That’s Journey revealed a teaser trailer announcing the premiere of the series in 2025. Along with the release date, the short video also introduced the cast and staff members.

Makaria Studios produced Zatsu Tabi- That’s Journey anime, based on the original Japanese manga series created by Kenta Ishizaka, serving as an adaptation of the source material.

ASCII Media’s Dengeki Maoh magazine has been publishing the manga, with 10 tankobon volumes released to date. In May 2023, the magazine announced that the series will also be adapted into an anime.

Zatsu Tabi- That’s Journey Anime Premieres in 2025

On Thursday, May 16, 2024, Kadokawa’s official YouTube channel released a teaser promotional video for the upcoming anime Zatsu Tabi- That’s Journey. The video revealed that the anime is planned for release in 2025, although the exact date has not been announced. The teaser was also shared on the anime’s official website.

Significantly, the brief video showcases the main protagonist, Chika Suzugamori, who has a strong yearning to embark on a spontaneous “Zatsu”journey. In addition to featuring stunning landscapes, the PV also offers a sneak peek of Chika’s voice, beautifully portrayed by Hika Tsukishiro.

According to the anime’s official site, the voice actor has shared her comments. Hika-san expressed her enthusiasm upon learning that she would be playing the role of Chika. She also made a promise to put in her best effort to portray the joy of traveling.

The key visual for Zatsu Tabi- That's Journey anime (Image via Makaria)
The key visual for Zatsu Tabi- That’s Journey anime (Image via Makaria)

Apart from Hika Tsukishiro, the remaining members of the cast have yet to be announced. Fans can anticipate that more details about the anime’s cast will be revealed in the near future.

Furthermore, the anime’s website has revealed a fresh visual showcasing the protagonist, Chika Suzugamori. The artwork depicts her determined attempt to scale a mountain, with sunlight peeking through the trees and casting a glow on her surroundings. This visual effectively builds anticipation and adds excitement for the upcoming release of the anime.

The primary team behind Zatsu Tabi- That’s Journey has been revealed as well. Makaria animation studios has appointed Masaharu Watanabe as the director, while Rere will be responsible for the character designs.

Yoshiko Nakamura, known for his work on popular titles like Sasaki and Miyano, is overseeing the scriptwriting for this slice-of-life anime. In addition, Yoshiaki Fujisawa has been brought on board as the music composer.

The anime’s site has also received comments from staff members, who have shared their thoughts on the significance of traveling and their commitment to honoring the original work.

The Plot of Zatsu Tabi: That’s Journey Anime

Chika, as seen in the anime's trailer (Image via Makaria)
Chika, as seen in the anime’s trailer (Image via Makaria)

Zatsu Tabi- That’s Journey anime, which is based on Kenta Ishizaka’s original manga series, follows the story of Chika Suzugamori. Chika is a lively college student who is also a novice manga artist.

Despite winning a rookie manga award, she continues to encounter rejection from every publisher. On the brink of abandoning her dream of becoming a mangaka, she is struck with a brilliant idea to embark on a journey without a specific destination. The anime centers around the theme of journey, both in a physical and symbolic sense.

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