During Japan's economic boom in the mid-1950s, circuses were a major source of entertainment, drawing crowds from across the country. The most talented troupes earned the chance to perform at the prestigious "Circus Collection" festival, where competition was fierce every day. The story follows the "Sunflower Circus," a struggling troupe led by ringmaster Maria, and their newest member-a mysterious prodigy named Mizuka Tsurumaki. Is her meeting with the Sunflower Circus's eccentric performers mere chance, or something fated? The curtain rises on this unique tale of young girls pursuing their dreams under the big top.

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Overview:
During Japan's economic boom in the mid-1950s, circuses were a major source of entertainment, drawing crowds from across the country. The most talented troupes earned the chance to perform at the prestigious "Circus Collection" festival, where competition was fierce every day. The story follows the "Sunflower Circus," a struggling troupe led by ringmaster Maria, and their newest member-a mysterious prodigy named Mizuka Tsurumaki. Is her meeting with the Sunflower Circus's eccentric performers mere chance, or something fated? The curtain rises on this unique tale of young girls pursuing their dreams under the big top.
Aired:Jul 05, 2026
Duration:24m
Episodes:13
Networks:Gunma TV, TOKYO MX, BS11, Tochigi TV
Country: Japan
Seasons (1)
Episodes (13)
1. Welcome to the Sunflower Circus!2. That Was So Dazzling3. I Don't Want to Show My Scars4. I Just Can't Bring Myself to Be Honest5. There Is Nowhere I Belong6. A Sinister Legend Summons a Storm7. I Don't Get the Circus8. This Is What I Always Wanted9. Is All That Kindness Just a Lie?10. Beyond the Stage of Dreams11. For Whose Sake Is This Unfulfilled Dream?12. Where the Heart Resides – Weaving Dreams13. Even Higher
Characters & Voice Actors

CharacterMizuka Tsurumaki (voice)
Voice ActorTomoka Noda

CharacterOuka Kawasumi (voice)
Voice ActorShiori Kurosaki

CharacterImari Agano (voice)
Voice ActorReo Osanai

CharacterIsuzu Ikazuchi (voice)
Voice ActorNanako Ando

CharacterAoi Yura (voice)
Voice ActorTomori Kusunoki

CharacterAkane Yura (voice)
Voice ActorYuko Natsuyoshi

CharacterShizuku Sakawa (voice)
Voice ActorYuna Kamakura

CharacterSvietlana (voice)
Voice ActorYuka Iwahashi














