Scheduled for release on Netflix from July 24, 2025, the Japanese series My Melody & Kuromi features two iconic characters from the Sanrio universe in a new stop-motion animated adventure. Directed by Tomoki Misato, written by Shuko Nemoto and produced by WIT Studio's Toruku studio, this production celebrates 50 years of My Melody and 20 years of Kuromi. This fantasy series is aimed at a wide audience, with a short format and a fairy-tale atmosphere centered on pastries, friendship and rivalries. The theme song is performed by the group LE SSERAFIM.
My Melody & Kuromi will be available on Netflix from July 24, 2025.
Synopsis: My Melody opens a pastry shop in Mariland. After finding a pink heart in the forest, strange things begin to happen around her. Meanwhile, the sweet store Kuromi opened across the street is still empty. Kuromi is looking for the secret of My Melody's cakes. Both are working hard to prepare for the cake competition to be judged by Mr. Pistachio, a world-famous pastry chef. But little does anyone know that this will lead to an incident that will threaten Mariland's future.
The My Melody & Kuromi series is distinguished by itsstop-motion animation technique, an aesthetic choice that lends Mariland's universe a handcrafted, poetic texture. This approach reinforces the cute, immersive look of the characters from the Sanrio universe, while giving life to a miniature setting that evolves as the adventures unfold. Each episode lasts around 13 minutes, for a total of 12 episodes in this first season.
At the heart of the plot, My Melody, gentle and caring, embodies benevolence and simplicity, while Kuromi, more rebellious in appearance, hides a complex and endearing personality. The story explores their pastry rivalry, against the backdrop of a mysterious discovery that turns their daily lives upside down. Mariland's world is transformed into a theater of gentle conflict and unexpected alliances.
This new series will appeal to fans of the Sanrio universe, especially those who have been following the characters for several decades. But with its accessible format, fantastic universe and messages about perseverance and mutual aid, My Melody & Kuromi is also aimed at a young family audience, as well as fans of original Japanese animation. The light-hearted tone and expressive design evoke works such as Rilakkuma and Kaoru, also produced in stop-motion.
A fantastic stop-motionanimation series, My Melody & Kuromi features two Sanrio characters in a plot centered on a magical pastry and a friendly rivalry. Created by Shuko Nemoto and directed by Tomoki Misato, this WIT Studio production comprises 12 episodes. The theme music is by LE SSERAFIM, with a composition by Gen Hoshino.
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