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OtapediaD4DJ Double Mix

Synopsis

Rinku Aimoto has just moved back to Japan and transfers to Yoba Academy where DJing is popular. After seeing an impressive DJ concert, she decides to form a DJ group with her classmates Maho Akashi, Muni Ohnaruto, and Rei Togetsu. Together, they set their sights on the stage while getting to know other DJ groups from the school including Peaky P-key and Photon Maiden.

Background

D4DJ (short for Dig Delight Direct Drive DJ) is a multimedia project created by Bushiroad that consists of live DJ performances, a manga titled D4DJ -The Story of Happy Around!-, a rhythm game for smartphones called D4DJ Groovy Mix and an anime adaptation called D4DJ First Mix. The anime was first announced in 2019 and is being produced by Sanzigen with Seiji Mizushima directing, Ko Nakamura writing the story, Takuya Hara adapting Yache’s original character designs for animation, and Ryohei Sataka composing the music. The anime premiered in Japan on Oct. 30, 2020 on Tokyo MX, BS NTV, and other channels and ran until January 2021, spanning 13 episodes.

D4DJ Double Mix is a new self-contained episode of the anime being released this summer that will focus on the members of Merm4id and RONDO. The anime is once again being produced by Sanzigen and features Seiji Mizushima as chief director and Daisuke Suzuki as director, with Go Zappa handling series composition, Takuya Hara handling character designs, and Kazushi Miyakoda composing the music.

Characters

Merm4id

Rika Seto (Voiced by: Natsumi Hirajima)
Her motto is “Life is meant to be enjoyed!” and she lives her college life with a positive attitude toward everything. She loves parties where she can sing and dance with her friends. She started DJing with her best friend Marika and Saori and Dalia, whom she met by chance. She is a naturally gifted girl who overcomes everything with luck and charm.

Marika Mizushima (Voiced by: Mei Okada)
She is a soothing character with a calm personality. In addition to her studies, she is also active as a model. She was looked down upon when she entered university, but Rika, who approached her without concern, became her best friend. She has a calm demeanor, but she loves live performances and is serious about her DJ career, which she started after being invited to a show.

Saori Hidaka (Voiced by: Himari Hazuki)
She started DJing in high school, and her serious nature led her to practice hard and develop her technique. Her negative attitude has taken its toll on her, and even now that she is a university student, her activities as a DJ have remained modest. Rika forces her to join the unit, but she is determined to grow and achieve her dreams.

Dalia Matsuyama (Voiced by: Ai Negishi)
She is a hard worker who aspires to be a dancer in all different genres, including ballet, Japanese dance, and contemporary dance, and is constantly practicing. She joined Rika, whom she met at the clubhouse, because she felt that Rika's easygoing nature was what she lacked. She is a martial arts expert and also plays the role of a bouncer.

RONDO

Tsubaki Aoyagi (Voiced by: Rihona Kato)
She was invited to join a non-vocal DJ unit after meeting Aoi, and as soon as she joined, she became the talk of the town. A vocalist by nature, she has been humming melodies since she can remember. She has a strong attitude but is extremely lonely.

Nagisa Tsukimiyama (Voiced by: Sae Otsuka)
She grew up in a rock-loving family in the city. While wandering around in search of a place to practice, she stumbled upon a clubhouse where Aoi works as a DJ, and she often visits Hiiro's house. Although she has a shy side, she has a strong sense of camaraderie and stands firm against anything that doesn't make sense.

Hiiro Yano (Voiced by: Haruna Momono)
A glamorous college student with a mature atmosphere. She is in charge of VJing, but she also plays a role in creating the unit's worldview because of her deep knowledge of art in general. A psychology major, she is a compassionate person who listens attentively to the members' advice, but she also takes on the role of correcting them when they’re being too selfish.

Aoi Miyake (Voiced by: Tsunko)
She is the resident DJ of a historic members clubhouse and has many fans for her androgynous looks. She is in love with Tsubaki's vocals and encourages her to form a DJ unit. She has a poker face and never shows her true feelings, but she is very open to the members of the unit.

Happy Around

Rinku Aimoto (Voiced by: Yuka Nishio)
Rinku is a first-year student at Yoba Academy who lived abroad due to her parents’ work but returns to Japan after entering high school to live at her grandmother’s house. She has a bright and positive personality. She becomes interested in becoming a DJ after meeting Maho.

Maho Akashi (Voiced by: Karin Kagami)
Maho is a first-year student at Yoba Academy who devotes herself to becoming a DJ after seeing a performance that impressed her. She has an innocent personality and forms a unit with Rinku.

Muni Onaruto (Voiced by: Haruka Mimura)
Muni is a first-year student at Yoba Academy who got into drawing after Rinku praised her work when she was young. As a result, she now has an online following.

Rei Togetsu (Voiced by: Kanon Shizaki)
Rei is a first-year student at Yoba Academy who comes from a wealthy family and is a skilled pianist. She feels trapped by the life her parents want her to lead but doesn’t have the courage to step out on her own. However, she begins to change once she meets Rinku.

Peaky P-key

Kyoko Yamate (Voiced by: Aimi)
Kyoko is a first-year student at Yoba Academy and the leader of the DJ unit Peaky P-key. She is charismatic and well liked. She has natural musical talent from growing up in a musical family and continues to work hard to improve her skills.

Shinobu Inuyose (Voiced by: Miyu Takagi)
Shinobu is a first-year student at Yoba Academy and a member of Peaky P-key. She is childhood friends with Kyoko whom she trusts. She is a skilled DJ and is also good at remixing and making tracks.

Yuka Jennifer Sasago (Voiced by: Moeka Koizumi)
Yuka is a first-year student at Yoba Academy and the moodmaker of Peaky P-key. Her hobby is photography and she meets Kyoko while searching for the perfect moment to capture. She has a cheerful and kind personality.

Esora Shimizu (Voiced by: Reo Kurauchi)
Esora is a first-year student at Yoba Academy and a member of Peaky P-key. She is an entertainer through and through.

Photon Maiden

Saki Izumo (Voiced by: Risa Tsumugi)
Saki is a first-year high school student and member of Photon Maiden who is skilled both academically and athletically. She has synesthesia and feels the colors of music. After seeing a DJ performance that impressed her, she decides to try DJing herself. Although quiet in everyday life, she comes alive on the stage.

Ibuki Niijima (Voiced by: Ami Maeshima)
Ibuki is a second-year high school student and member of Photon Maiden. Since a young age she has enjoyed dancing and singing, and once she enters junior high she begins attending an entertainment school. She has leadership qualities and takes care of those around her.

Towa Hanamaki (Voiced by: Haruki Iwata)
Towa is a second-year high school student and member of Photon Maiden. Her family is active in local youth groups and she regularly participates in local festivals. She is popular on social media for her photos of local events. She is also an idol otaku who researches and attends live concerts.

Noa Fukushima (Voiced by: Hinata Sato)
Noa is a second-year high school student and member of Photon Maiden. She is a literary enthusiast and is highly interested in theater, having participated in many workshops to improve her performance skills. She is curious and knowledgeable and likes talking about her interests.

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Staff

  • Original Creator: Bushiroad
  • Executive Producer: Takaaki Kidani
  • Original Story: Ko Nakamura
  • Original Character Designer: Yache
  • General Producer: Masahiro Nakayama
  • Chief Director: Seiji Mizushima
  • Director: Daisuke Suzuki
  • Series Composition: Go Zappa
  • Animation Character Designer: Takuya Hara
  • Modeling Directors: Daisuke Haraoka, Shinya Takaoka
  • Rigging Director: Tatsuji Nishijima
  • Color Design: Aiko Matsuyama (Typhoon Graphics)
  • Director of Photography: Shunsuke Kobayashi
  • Art Director: Kenta Tsuboi
  • Art Setting: Shuhei Tada
  • Editing: Misaki Enokida
  • Sound Director: Yukio Nagasaki
  • Music: Kazushi Miyakoda
  • Animation General Producer: Hiroaki Matsuura
  • Animation Production: Sanzigen

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