Ano Hi No Kanojo-tachi Apr 2026

: The shorts explore the internal monologues and daily routines of members like Miu Takigawa , Sakura Fujima , and Miyako Kono .

While the 2020 TV series eventually provided a more cohesive plot regarding the "Wall" and the group's formation, Ano Hi no Kanojo-tachi remains a fan favorite for its artistic variety and focus on character depth. It established the melancholic yet hopeful tone that differentiates 22/7 from more traditional, upbeat idol franchises. Ano Hi no Kanojo-tachi

: The series is often subtitled The Diary of Our Days , emphasizing its focus on personal growth and quiet reflection rather than high-energy stage performances. Production Staff The series showcased rising talent within the industry: : The shorts explore the internal monologues and

: A-1 Pictures , known for Sword Art Online and Kaguya-sama: Love is War . : The series is often subtitled The Diary

The project was part of a larger collaboration between producer (the mastermind behind AKB48), Sony Music Records, and Aniplex. Each member of the virtual idol group was designed by a different famous illustrator—including creators like Misaki Kurehito ( Saekano ) and Kanzaki Hiro ( Oreimo )—giving the series a diverse visual aesthetic. Plot and Structure

Ano Hi no Kanojo-tachi (translated as The Girls of That Day ) is a series of Original Net Animations (ONAs) released in 2018 as a character-driven prologue to the multimedia idol project 22/7 (Nanabun no Nijyuuni) . Produced by A-1 Pictures, these shorts served as the first animated introduction to the group's members, bridging the gap between their initial character reveals and the 2020 television anime series. Background and Development