Anime "The Cat and the Dragon" to Begin Broadcasting on July 4! First PV Released; Yū Serizawa as Haneko, Makoto Koichi as Prince, Kazuya Ichijō as King

Comments from the 4th Batch of Cast Members

● Yū Serizawa as Haneko

Q1. Please tell us your impressions of the work and the character you play.
My impression of the work is that within its heartwarming atmosphere, there are words that strike a chord, making me think while being healed by the cats.
The cat I play is a very clever one, a kind cat that takes care of the First Prince when she cannot bear to see him struggling with magic.
This cat's actions shape the story that follows, making her an important character.
There are scenes where she speaks in cat language and scenes where she speaks in human language, and both are incredibly cute!!

Q2. Please give a message to the fans!
I also have a cat, so the preciousness of the communication among these cats is irresistible!! It’s a paradise of preciousness!!
Each cat has its own personality and its own society, and it’s fascinating to watch humans and dragons mix into it in a delicate balance.
But it’s truly amazing that it all works out perfectly!! I felt so much love for cats from everyone who creates this work.
I also recorded my lines with lots of love for cats! Please enjoy it!

● Makoto Koichi as Prince

Q1. Please tell us your impressions of the work and the character you play.
I thought it was a work wrapped in a gentle worldview like a picture book, one that heals a tired heart.
My first impression of the Prince was simply, "He's so cute!!" (lol)
He is a kind-hearted and intelligent boy who can face anyone without prejudice, whether they are a cat, a dragon, or a human.
I would be happy if you could focus not only on his warm interactions with the cats, but also on his straightforward kindness and consideration.

Q2. Please give a message to the fans!
Please get plenty of healing from it!
Of course, that's not all; the feelings of the Nekoryū, the cats, and the humans are all carefully depicted.
It's a story where you can feel the importance of trying to know and understand the other person while being healed by its kindness.
I would be very happy if I could share what everyone feels and thinks through this work.

● Kazuya Ichijō as King

Q1. Please tell us your impressions of the work and the character you play.
I'm Kazuya Ichijō, playing the role of King!
I understand it as an important role to negotiate with the dragon, the guardian of cats, who was raised by Cait Sith (cats).
So I aimed to make him a character who is not excessively arrogant but somewhat approachable. Please look forward to it!

Q2. Please give a message to the fans!
In these days when there are many works with busy structures, please enjoy the relaxed style, the gentle characters, and the soft-flowing atmosphere.