The wait is almost over for fans of the famous wine manga. The Drops of God anime finally has a specific release date. A brand-new promotional video dropped recently, revealing that the show will begin on April 10, 2026. This news comes with a lot more details, including a longer run for the series and several new cast members joining the story.
The new trailer gives viewers their best look yet at the animation style and the drama that is about to unfold. It confirms that this will not be a short, one-cour season. The anime is set for a continuous half-year run, meaning fans can expect episodes for two full cours (seasons) without a break . This is great news for anyone wanting to see the full story of Shizuku and Issei’s competition play out on screen.
New Faces Join the Cast of the Wine Drama
Along with the April 10 premiere, the staff announced four new voice actors who will bring important side characters to life . These characters are key to the world of wine that Shizuku is about to enter.
- Yลซko Kaida will play Ryลko Kiryลซ. She is the lawyer who is in charge of managing the inheritance dispute over Yutaka Kanzaki’s massive wine collection.
- Shinshลซ Fuji is set to voice Shirล Fujieda. He is the owner of a wine bar called Monopole and is a mentor figure to Miyabi Shinohara.
- Misa Watanabe joins as Maki Saionji, who is the president of the Saion Corporation.
- Yลซya Uchida will play Sลichirล Mishima, the owner of the Bourgogne Rouge bar, which is where Miyabi works.
- Jin Urayama will voice Robert Doi, a unique character who lives in a cardboard house in the park and survives on wine.
These additions fill out the world that surrounds the main rivalry. The main cast had already been announced, featuring Kazuya Kamenashi as the protagonist Shizuku Kanzaki, Takuya Satล as his rival Issei Tomine, and Maaya Uchida as the aspiring sommelier Miyabi Shinohara. The legendary Banjล Ginga provides the voice for Shizuku’s late father, Yutaka Kanzaki .
A Special Advanced Screening Already Happened
Before the show hits TV screens, the creators gave Japanese fans a very special treat. An advanced screening of the first two episodes was held on February 28, 2026, at the TOHO Cinemas Roppongi Hills in Tokyo . The event was not just a simple viewing. The three main cast membersโKazuya Kamenashi, Takuya Satล, and Maaya Uchidaโwere there in person to talk with the audience after the screening . This shows the confidence the production team has in the early episodes.
What is the Story of Drops of God?
For those new to this world, the story is a deep and emotional drama. It centers on Shizuku Kanzaki, the son of a world-famous wine critic, Yutaka Kanzaki. As a child, Shizuku was forced into a strict and unusual training to become a wine expert. This made him hate wine, so he left home and started working at a beer company, vowing to never touch the drink again .
Everything changes when his father dies. The will reveals that Yutaka adopted a young, brilliant wine critic named Issei Tomine just before his death. Now, both Shizuku and Issei must compete to inherit Yutaka’s fortune, which is worth over ยฅ12 billion. The challenge is to correctly identify 12 legendary wines, known as the “Twelve Apostles,” and the one wine that is even greater than them all, the “Drops of God” . Shizuku, who has no practical wine knowledge, must team up with the aspiring sommelier Miyabi to face his arrogant and highly skilled rival.
Who is Making the Anime?
The anime is being produced by Satelight in collaboration with YANCHESTER . The director is Kenji Itoso, and the series composition and scripts are handled by Yลซ Mitsuru . Takehiro Suwa is in charge of character design, and Eishi Segawa is composing the music .
The music for the series has also been revealed. The opening theme song is “hate you? love you?” by the artist HOKUTO. Interestingly, the ending theme, titled “Kamino Shizuku,” will be performed by Maaya Uchida, who also voices the character Miyabi Shinohara in the show .
When and Where Can You Watch It?
The Drops of God anime will premiere in Japan on April 10, 2026, at 11:30 p.m. JST on Tokyo MX. It will also air on Kansai TV and BS NTV shortly after .
For international viewers, the news is very good. Crunchyroll has licensed the series and will stream it as it airs in Japan. This means fans in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and the CIS will be able to watch the show, likely with subtitles in various languages .
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The Legacy of the Manga and Live-Action Series
This story is not new to fans around the world. The original manga, written by Tadashi Agi and illustrated by Shu Okimoto, was a massive hit. It ran in Kodansha’s Morning magazine from 2004 to 2014 and has sold over 15 million copies globally . It is famous for making the complex world of wine accessible and exciting for beginners.
This is actually the first time the manga is being adapted into an animated series, but it is the second time the story has been brought to the screen. A live-action drama aired in Japan back in 2009. More recently, an internationally co-produced live-action series was released on Apple TV+ in 2023. A second season of that live-action show premiered in January 2026 .
With a specific premiere date, a full half-year schedule, and a talented cast and staff, the Drops of God anime is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated shows of the spring season. The combination of a deep family drama, a high-stakes competition, and the rich world of wine promises a unique viewing experience.
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