On Saturday, March 8, 2025, the official website and X (formerly Twitter) account for the original bowling anime Turkey! revealed a brand-new key visual and announced that the series will premiere in July 2025.
While the release month has been confirmed, the exact premiere date remains undisclosed.
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Turkey! Anime to Debut in July 2025
The Turkey! anime was officially greenlit for production in December 2022, alongside the launch of its website and X account.
Produced by Bakken Record, the series follows the journey of five high school girls who are members of a bowling club, showcasing their camaraderie, growth, and competitive spirit.
Broadcasting and Streaming Details
According to the latest update from the official staff on March 8, 2025, Turkey! will air on Nippon Television, BS Nippon TV, and TV Shinshu in July 2025.
An exact release date is expected to be announced soon.
Along with this announcement, the team unveiled a key visual featuring the five main characters—Mai Otanashi, Rina Kodai, Nozomi Mitake, Sayuri Ichinose, and Nanase Nikaido—engaged in an exciting bowling match.
This dynamic illustration captures the vibrant energy and enthusiasm that defines the series.
Cast and Characters
The voice cast for Turkey! features several talented actors:
- Mai Otanashi – Voiced by Hana Hishikawa (Demon Lord 2099)
- Nanase Nikaido – Voiced by Ayasa Itou (BanG Dream! franchise)
- Nozomi Mitake – Voiced by Yuuki Tenma
- Sayuri Ichinose – Voiced by Haruki Iwata
- Aya Saito – Voiced by Nanase Nikaido
Additional cast members are expected to be announced in the near future.
Staff and Production Team
Turkey! is directed by Susumu Kudo, known for Momentary Lily, The Masterful Cat Is Depressed Again Today, and Cinderella Nine.
The anime is being produced by Bakken Record, a studio recognized for works like To Every You I’ve Loved Before and Mou Ippon!.
Naomi Hiruta is handling the scriptwriting for the series, while Airi Takekawa, who previously worked on Mou Ippon!, is responsible for character design.
The music production is being overseen by Pony Canyon.
Turkey! Anime Plot Overview
Set in Chikuma City, Nagano Prefecture, Turkey! is an original anime that follows five high school girls who are passionate about bowling.
The series will delve into their friendships, aspirations, and the challenges they face as they strive to improve their skills and compete in bowling tournaments.
With its unique sports theme and engaging characters, Turkey! aims to bring a fresh perspective to the sports anime genre.
Fans can look forward to an exciting and heartwarming story when the series premieres in July 2025.
Amit Sirawata is a passionate anime enthusiast with a deep love for storytelling. He enjoys exploring both new releases and classic series, sharing his insights with fellow fans.