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.
Episodes
13
Aired
Summer 2026
Score
7.1
Popularity
#3257
CircusFemale ProtagonistCute Girls Doing Cute ThingsAcrobaticsPrimarily Female CastEstranged FamilyOrphanFound Family
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