Series synopsis
SHY is a Japanese animation action & adventure sci-fi & fantasy television series that premiered on TV Tokyo on October 3, 2023. It ended on September 24, 2024. It stars Shino Shimoji, Nao Toyama, Tomokazu Sugita and Mamiko Noto.
On the brink of a third World War, superheroes appeared on Earth. Gifted with powers, their appearance brings peace to the world. The heroes each selected a country in which they would reside, serve, and protect its citizens. Shy is Japan’s hero, endowed with super strength. Her most daunting enemy yet? Crippling shyness. Join Shy and her super friends as she defends Earth and gains confidence!
Premise
On the brink of a third World War, superheroes appeared on Earth. Gifted with powers, their appearance brings peace to the world. The heroes each selected a country in which they would reside, serve, and protect its citizens. Shy is Japan’s hero, endowed with super strength. Her most daunting enemy yet? Crippling shyness. Join Shy and her super friends as she defends Earth and gains confidence!
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Shino Shimoji as Teru Momijiyama / Shy (voice)
- Nao Toyama as Iko Koishikawa (voice)
- Tomokazu Sugita as N-Vilio / Ebio (voice)
- Mamiko Noto as Pepesha Andrianov / Spirits (voice)
- Shin-ichiro Miki as Davie Wonder John / Stardust (voice)
- Sayumi Suzushiro as Piltz Dunant / Lady Black (voice)
- Ayumu Murase as Ming Ming Li / Meng Long (voice)
- Kikuko Inoue as Uni-Lord (voice)
Supporting cast
- Mutsumi Tamura as Stigma (voice)
- Miyuki Sawashiro as Tzveta (voice)
- Rina Hidaka as Keheheh (voice)
- Saori Hayami as Inori (voice)
- Shunichi Toki as Doki (voice)
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 24 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 24 | October 3, 2023 | September 24, 2024 |
| Season 2 | 0 | July 1, 2024 | September 23, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
I'm Shy The world is at peace, but there are still everyday dangers. So, a new breed of protectors, known simply as "Heroes" have arrived on Earth. Shy is Japan's new Hero, but is she ready to be a Hero? What does it MEAN to be a Hero anyway? |
October 3, 2023 |
| 2 |
With All of My Heart Shy returns to school only to find herself faced with Iko Koishikawa, a girl whose injuries she blames herself for. As if that wasn't stressful enough, a mysterious young boy sows discord and forces the girls to face the darkness in their hearts. |
October 10, 2023 |
| 3 |
Conversation at the Dinner Table Koishikawa takes Momijiyama out on the town in an attempt to thank her for everything she's done for her. However, Momijiyama's introverted nature and shut-in lifestyle make this difficult. The two of them are then unexpectedly summoned by Unilord. |
October 17, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Hero's High We revisit our heroes and see them going about their daily lives after the incidents with Amarariruku. A young reporter, Tojiko Asuka, crosses paths with Shy and is suddenly inspired to write an article interviewing her. |
July 1, 2024 |
| 2 |
Wind Coming from the West A sudden thunderstorm and a forgotten umbrella trap Momijiyama at school, where she joins the hunt for one of the Seven Wonders of Tanpopo First Middle School. A young woman with a Kansai accent proves to be more capable than expected. |
July 8, 2024 |
| 3 |
Heartblade Ai showcases her skills by swiftly defeating her busybody pursuer. She then decides that Momijiyama will help her out by giving her a place to stay while she pursues her goals outside of her village |
July 15, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | TV Tokyo |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 3, 2023 |
| Last aired | September 24, 2024 |
| Runtime | 24 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Monday at 00:00:00 |