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Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring, released on March 28, 2026, is shaping up to be one of the more intriguing fantasy romance anime of Spring 2026 because it does something anime fans always notice: it gives a huge mythic idea an emotional center. At the heart of the story are Hinagiku Kayo, the Agent of Spring, and her loyal guard Sakura, two characters whose bond carries most of the series’ heart.
The anime comes from Kana Akatsuki, the author of Violet Evergarden, and is based on the Agents of the Four Seasons franchise that began as a light novel before expanding into manga and anime.
If you are planning to watch this one, this guide pulls together the release window, trailer details, story setup, and streaming information fans will want to save.
| Title | Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring |
| Creator | Kana Akatsuki |
| Manga Release Date | July 23, 2022 — present |
| Anime Release Date | March 28, 2026 |
| Anime Production House | Wit Studio |
| MAL Rating (as of Apr 9, 2026) | 7.80 / 10 |
| Streaming | Crunchyroll |
Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring Global Release Time & Window
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The official website announced Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring will air its first episode on March 28, 2026. Crunchyroll’s Spring 2026 lineup listed the show in its Saturday 9:30 a.m. PT sub slot. Anime News Network reported that the first season will have 14 episodes.
Episode 1 was released on March 28, which lines up with that western launch window. In Japan, the broadcast was described as airing on March 28 at 24:00, which is effectively March 29 at 12:00 a.m. JST. That means the series launched almost immediately across regions, but the exact hour depended on where viewers lived.
Since Episodes 1 and 2 are already out and available on Crunchyroll, here is a complete global release time table for Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring Episode 3, based on the confirmed broadcast timing:
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | April 12 | 12:00 a.m. (TV broadcast time) |
| Korean Standard Time (KST) | April 12 | 12:30 a.m. |
| China Standard Time (CST – China) | April 11 | 11:30 p.m. |
| Hong Kong Time (HKT) | April 11 | 11:30 p.m. |
| Philippine Standard Time (PST – Philippines) | April 11 | 11:30 p.m. |
| Singapore Standard Time (SGT) | April 11 | 11:30 p.m. |
| Indian Standard Time (IST) | April 11 | 9:00 p.m. |
| Nepal Time (NPT) | April 11 | 9:15 p.m. |
| Bangladesh Standard Time (BST – Bangladesh) | April 11 | 9:30 p.m. |
| Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) | April 11 | 8:30 p.m. |
| Gulf Standard Time (GST – UAE) | April 11 | 7:00 p.m. |
| Arabia Standard Time (AST – Saudi Arabia) | April 11 | 6:00 p.m. |
| East Africa Time (EAT) | April 11 | 6:00 p.m. |
| Central European Summer Time (CEST) | April 11 | 4:30 p.m. |
| Western European Summer Time (WEST) | April 11 | 3:30 p.m. |
| Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | April 11 | 3:30 p.m. |
| British Summer Time (BST – UK) | April 11 | 4:30 p.m. |
| Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) | April 11 | 5:30 p.m. |
| South Africa Standard Time (SAST) | April 11 | 4:30 p.m. |
| Moscow Standard Time (MSK) | April 11 | 5:30 p.m. |
| Turkey Time (TRT) | April 11 | 5:30 p.m. |
| Iran Standard Time (IRST) | April 11 | 7:00 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) | April 11 | 11:30 p.m. |
| Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) | April 12 | 1:00 a.m. |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) | April 12 | 1:30 a.m. |
| New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) | April 12 | 3:30 a.m. |
| Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST) | April 11 | 6:30 a.m. |
| Alaska Daylight Time (AKDT) | April 11 | 8:30 a.m. |
| Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) | April 11 | 9:30 a.m. |
| Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) | April 11 | 10:30 a.m. |
| Central Daylight Time (CDT) | April 11 | 11:30 a.m. |
| Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) | April 11 | 12:30 p.m. |
| Atlantic Daylight Time (ADT) | April 11 | 1:30 p.m. |
| Newfoundland Daylight Time (NDT) | April 11 | 2:00 p.m. |
| Brasilia Time (BRT) | April 11 | 1:30 p.m. |
| Argentina Time (ART) | April 11 | 1:30 p.m. |
| Chile Standard Time (CLT) | April 11 | 12:30 p.m. |
| Peru Time (PET) | April 11 | 12:30 p.m. |
What is Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring About?
Rōsei Kantsubaki in Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring. [Credit: Wit Studio]The franchise begins with a strong fantasy rule: the seasons are not just weather patterns, but responsibilities carried by human beings known as the Agents of the Four Seasons. In the Dance of Spring arc, Hinagiku Kayo, the Agent of Spring, vanished for ten years after being abducted by the Rebels, and Spring disappeared with her.
Kantsubaki (Winter) was too lonely and thus created Hinagiku (Spring), whom he fell in love with. Her disappearance has tormented him ever since. When she returns, she and her guard, Sakura Himedaka, head out to restore the season through the ritual of Spring Manifestation.
The premise gives the anime an immediate emotional hook, but it also gives the story a bigger idea to play with: when one person is removed from a sacred duty, an entire world can fall out of balance. Dance of Spring first appeared as part of the larger Agents of the Four Seasons universe, which began as a light novel in 2021 before the Dance of Spring manga adaptation followed in 2022.
Episode 1 appears to lean directly into that emotional setup. The first broadcast episode centers on Hinagiku and Sakura (Hinagiku’s guard) heading toward Ryugu Peak to perform the ritual and restore Spring, which makes the premiere feel less like a prologue and more like the real beginning of the story. It immediately hooks you because a long-lost goddess has returned, and sends her love to the one true god who waited for her for eons.
Is There an Official Trailer of Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring?
Itecho Kangetsu in Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring. [Credit: Wit Studio]Violet Evergarden‘s creator’s new anime‘s trailer opens with a calm but slightly melancholic tone, immediately introducing the world’s central idea that the seasons are not natural events, but something controlled by human-like beings called “Agents.” You see quiet, almost frozen landscapes, which visually reinforce the biggest mystery: spring has been missing for years.
As the music builds, the trailer shifts focus to Hinagiku Kayo herself. She is shown as fragile yet determined, carrying the weight of responsibility and past trauma. There are brief flashes of her returning after a long absence, which is a major turning point in the story. The tone here is not triumphant, and it feels heavy, suggesting that her return comes with emotional scars rather than simple relief.
We then see Sakura Himedaka, her loyal guard, who appears constantly by her side. The trailer emphasizes their bond through multiple shared scenes. Sakura’s body language makes it clear that she is both protector and emotional anchor, hinting at a deep relationship shaped by the painful ten-year separation.
Midway through, the trailer expands the world. Other seasonal agents, Summer (Nadeshiko Iwaizuki) and Autumn (Rindo Azami), appear briefly. These moments are quick but important, showing that this isn’t just a personal journey. It’s part of a larger system where each season has its own representative. There are also glimpses of combat scenes, where some guards display their abilities, suggesting that conflict (possibly political or ideological) is a key part of the story.
Toward the end, the emotional tone becomes more intense. There are hints of past tragedy, separation, and unresolved feelings. Quick flashes suggest danger, enemies, or lingering threats tied to Hinagiku’s disappearance. The trailer avoids giving away specifics, but it strongly implies that restoring spring won’t be easy, and it will require confronting the past.
Who‘s in the Cast of Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring?
Itecho Kangetsu (CV: Satoshi Hino) in Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring. [Credit: Wit Studio]The voice cast of Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring brings together a mix of rising talents and well-known names, helping give emotional depth to its character-driven story. From the gentle yet burdened Agent of Spring to the loyal guards and supporting seasonal figures, each performance plays a key role in shaping the anime’s tone.
Shugo Sakata is a Japanese seiyuu who is well-known in the community for playing Aki in Chainsaw Man, as well as for his roles in Fire Force (Sasaki) and Wind Breaker (Masaki). Yuka Nukui’s role in Back Street Girls shot her to popularity among other roles. Then, we have Yoshino Aoyama, who is known for her role in Wake Up, Girls!. All in all, Agents of the Four Seasons has gathered some of the best VAs in the business.
Based on the latest available cast listings, here’s a clear breakdown of the main and supporting characters along with their voice actors:
| Hinagiku Kayo | Yuka Nukui |
| Rosei Kantsubaki | Shugo Sakata |
| Itecho Kangetsu | Satoshi Hino |
| Sakura Himedaka | Yoshino Aoyama |
| Rindou Azami | Taku Yashiro |
| Ayame Hazakura | Ranko Baba |
| Ruri Hazakura | Sumire Uesaka |
| Ishihara | Haruna Mikawa |
| Nadeshiko Iwaizuki | Hime Sawada |
| Nazuna | Nao Toyama |
| Yukiyanagi Koubai | Kana Hanazawa |
Where to Stream/Watch Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring?
Hinagiku Kayō in Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring. [Credit: Wit Studio]Crunchyroll is the main place to watch the anime internationally. Crunchyroll’s Spring 2026 lineup places Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring in the platform’s simulcast schedule with a Saturday 9:30 a.m. PT sub airing. Crunchyroll also states that it is streaming the series in simulcast with an English dub, though dub timing may vary by region and release week.
If you want to read the Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring manga or light novel, then try Amazon Kindle or Google Play Books.
1. When is Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring Episode 3 releasing?
Episode 3 is scheduled to release on April 12 (JST), with most global regions (including India and the U.S.) getting it on April 11 due to time differences.
2. Where can I watch Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring?
You can stream the anime on Crunchyroll, which is simulcasting episodes worldwide. Availability may vary slightly by region.
3. How many episodes will the anime have?
Anime News Network reported that the anime will have 14 episodes.
4. Where can I read the Agents of the Four Seasons manga?
The story originates from a light novel series by Kana Akatsuki, with a manga adaptation of Dance of Spring. Official English availability is still limited, but fans can find it on Amazon Kindle and Google Play Books.
Are you excited for Hinagiku’s journey to restore Spring? Drop your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!
Agents of the Four Seasons: Dance of Spring is streaming on Crunchyroll.
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