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Anime enthusiasts and cocktail aficionados alike, prepare to raise your glasses in anticipation for Bartender: Glass of God.
In a delightful turn of events, anime enthusiasts and cocktail connoisseurs were treated to a spectacular surprise today, on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, as Studio Liber unveiled a brand-new official trailer for the much-anticipated Bartender: Glass of God anime. This exciting adaptation of the beloved manga series by Araki Joh and Kenji Nagatomo is set to make its debut in April 2024.
Who’s the studio making Bartender: Glass of God?
Directed by the talented Ryōichi Kuraya and produced by Liber, the Bartender: Glass of God anime promises to be a visually captivating and emotionally engaging experience. The series will center around the nightlife of Ryū Sasakura, a masterful bartender renowned for crafting the most exquisite cocktails and for his uncanny ability to serve the perfect drink to customers who carry unique and unusual burdens.
In this freshly released trailer, viewers are granted a sneak peek into the world of Ryū Sasakura’s bartending expertise. His precision and skill in mixing drinks are on full display, as he concocts cocktails that offer solace to patrons seeking refuge from the trials and tribulations of life.
One of the most exciting pieces of news for fans is that Bartender: Glass of God will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll, thanks to the platform securing the licensing rights for the series. This means that fans worldwide can immerse themselves in the world of bartending and storytelling come April 2024.
Accompanying the trailer is a captivating key visual that showcases the genius bartender, Ryū Sasakura, meticulously polishing a glass while awaiting the arrival of patrons at Eden Hall. This image serves as a testament to the series’ commitment to detail and the artistry of mixology that it aims to bring to life.
SUNTORY is working with the creative team to make Bartender: Glass of God more realistic
The Bartender manga, authored by Araki Joh and beautifully illustrated by Kenji Nagatomo, originally graced the pages of Shueisha’s seinen magazine, Super Jump, from 2004 to 2011. Over the years, it became a beloved series, culminating in the compilation of all its chapters into twenty-one tankōbon volumes.
The anime adaptation of Bartender: Glass of God is in the capable hands of Studio Liber, with Ryoichi Kuraya directing and Mariko Kunisawa overseeing the series composition. Yōichi Ueda takes on the role of character designer and chief animation director. Notably, SUNTORY, a Japanese beverage company, is actively involved in the production of the series, promising an authentic and immersive bartending experience.
The Cast of Bartender: Glass of God
As for the voice cast, the anime boasts a talented ensemble:
- Takuma Terashima as Ryū Sasakura
- Yoshino Nanjō as Miwa Kurushima
- Haruka Shiraishi as Yukari Higuchi
- Eriko Matsui as Kyōko Kawakami
- Ryoko Shiraishi as Yuri Kinjо̄
- Makoto Furukawa as Kelvin Chen
The heartwarming and introspective plot of Bartender: Glass of God revolves around the life and times of the master bartender Ryū Sasakura. His bar, Eden Hall, nestled in the vibrant Ginza district of downtown Tokyo, becomes a sanctuary for customers from diverse backgrounds, each carrying their own unique burdens. Ryū’s exceptional ability to craft a drink tailored to a customer’s emotional state offers solace and reflection, leading them to confront and overcome their challenges with renewed vigor.
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Watch the trailer for Bartender: Glass of God
With its captivating storyline, remarkable characters, and the allure of mixology, Bartender: Glass of God is poised to become a highlight of the anime landscape when it debuts in April 2024. So, mark your calendars, anime enthusiasts and cocktail aficionados, for a journey into the world of bartending and human connection awaits. Cheers to the upcoming release of Bartender: Glass of God!
