The upcoming shoujo romance anime adaptation of The Duke's Son Claims He Won't Love Me Yet Showers Me with Adoration (『「きみを愛する気はない」と言った次期公爵様がなぜか溺愛してきます』) has revealed a new main promotional video, additional staff members, and theme song details ahead of its July 4, 2026 premiere. The series will air on TV Asahi's "Numanimation" programming block and BS Asahi.
Key Announcement Details
The anime is adapted from the popular manga by writer Kei Misawa and artist Natsu Mizuno, which began serialization on the BookLive digital manga platform in February 2021. The series is a co-production between studios Zero-G and Grass.
Director & Staff
- Director: Hitoyuki Matsui (Dokkoida?!)
- Series Composition: Tomoko Konparu (Blue Spring Ride, Dance with Devils)
- Character Design: Yūko Yahiro (Aharen-san wa Hakarenai)
- Music: MICHIRU (Ascendance of a Bookworm, Given)
- Studio: Zero-G × Grass (co-production)
Main Cast
- Yui Ishikawa as Elsa Eukrainen
- Sōma Saitō as Julius Royus
- Kaito Ishikawa as Jarmo Parnilla
- Chika Anzai as Serafiina Parnilla
- Hibiku Yamamura as Rebeka Rikkonen
- Junya Enoki as Hannes Eukrainen
- Ryōhei Kimura as Aleksis Josef Ralt
- Ryōta Suzuki as Jere Ekrous
- Daisuke Namikawa as Lucas Eukrainen
- Mariko Kouda as Sofia Eukrainen
- Makoto Tamura as Stim
- Maaya Uchida as Tanja
Theme Songs
- Opening Theme: "Itsuka Chanto." by Riria.
- Ending Theme: "Saishūkai" (Final Episode) by sorato
Plot Synopsis
Elsa, the daughter of a fallen aristocratic family, receives an unexpected marriage proposal from Julius, an elite nobleman. Bewildered as to why such a distinguished man would choose her, Elsa accepts — only to find that after the wedding, Julius, who had once been so kind and gentle, undergoes a complete transformation. "I have no intention of loving you," he tells her coldly. What follows is a tale of hidden affections and a marriage that may be more than it first appears.
Visual/Video
Community Reception
The announcement of the July 4 premiere date has generated notable buzz among shoujo romance fans, particularly given the strong cast lineup featuring Yui Ishikawa (Violet Evergarden's Violet, Attack on Titan's Mikasa) and Sōma Saitō (Oshi no Ko's Aqua, Mashle's Mash). The involvement of screenwriter Tomoko Konparu — known for her work on classic shoujo romance Blue Spring Ride (Ao Haru Ride) — has been particularly well-received, with fans expressing confidence in the adaptation's handling of the source material's emotional depth.
What This Means
This adaptation represents a significant addition to the Summer 2026 anime season lineup. With its strong production team combining veteran shoujo director Hitoyuki Matsui and acclaimed series composer Tomoko Konparu, alongside an impressive voice cast, The Duke's Son Claims He Won't Love Me Yet Showers Me with Adoration is poised to be one of the season's standout romance titles. The involvement of music producer MICHIRU, known for Given's critically acclaimed soundtrack, further signals the production's ambition.