Grow Up Show (2026)

The anime's story is set in the late 1950s and early 1960s, during the height of Japan's economic boom, when the circus is a major form of entertainment. Different circus troupes travel throughout Japan to perform and compete for a chance to participate in the world-renowned festival called "Circus Collection." One troupe called the "Sunflower Circus," led by its ringmaster Maria, travels around Japan to perform, despite struggling with financial difficulties. However, they meet a circus prodigy named Mizuka Tsurumaki. This is the story of a one-of-a-kind circus show of young girls with big dreams. (Source: Anime News Network)

Also known as

Grow Up Show: Himawari no Circus-dan · グロウアップショウ ～ひまわりのサーカス団～

Format

TV · 13 episodes

Status

Finished

Genres

Adventure, Slice of Life, Sports

Studio

A-1 Pictures, Psyde Kick Studio

AniList score

73/100

Main characters

Mizuka Tsurumaki, Ouka Kawasumi, Imari Agano, Isuzu Ikazuchi, Aoi Yura, Akane Yura, Shizuku Sakawa, Svetlana