Spice and Wolf is back with a new anime, and with it comes cozy new songs. For its opening song, the new Spice and Wolf anime tapped Hana Hope.
Many fans enjoyed this new opening song, though it’s not just the song that got plenty of attention. That’s because the anime’s first episode also delighted many long-time fans.
Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf Delights Fans with Premiere Episode
It has been over a decade since the original anime series aired, but finally, the new Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf anime has finally premiered.
Instead of being a continuation though, this is a new adaptation. It is also being animated by Passione (of Ishura fame) instead of the studios from the previous adaptation.
Some notable names are returning though, including the original voice cast. Jun Fukuyama (Lelouch Lamperouge in Code Geass) is back as Kraft Lawrence alongside Ami Koshimizu (Ryuko Matoi in Kill la Kill) as Holo.
Even though it’s essentially a retread of the original anime’s first episode, long-time fans were still delighted by the new anime.
Aside from the more modern animation, fans also loved the episode’s intro which hints at what happens in the future to Holo and Lawrence. Plus, some think it’s an indication that this adaptation will cover the whole story.
Meet Hana Hope, the Singer of the New Spice and Wolf Anime Opening
Also well-received is the show’s new opening song titled Tabi no Yukue by rising Japanese singer Hana Hope.
While she may not be as prolific as other popular singers in the anime world like LiSA and Aimer, Hana Hope might soon become a mainstay in shows.
For instance, she performed the opening theme of The Kingdoms of Ruin. She also voiced Tomo/Angel in Mamoru Hosoda’s movie Belle.
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Spice and Wolf Ending Performed by Popular Music Duo ClariS
As for the show’s ending theme, the popular music duo ClariS was tapped, and they performed the song Andante.
ClariS is no doubt a popular duo among anime fans. After all, they have performed a lot of iconic themes over the years for titles like Madoka Magica, Nisemonogatari, and Nisekoi.
Recently, ClariS also performed the opening theme Alive for Lycoris Recoil, one of 2022’s most popular anime.
What do you think of the new Spice and Wolf theme songs? Let us know in the comments.
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