CyberAgent, Inc. today announced that The Bugle Call: Song of War (written by Sora Mozuku and illustrated by Higoro Tomori), a popular manga serialized in Shueisha’s Jump SQ., will be exhibited at the CyberAgent Group booth at Anime Expo, one of the world’s largest anime events, held in Los Angeles, USA, from Thursday, July 2 to Sunday, July 5, 2026.
The Bugle Call: Song of War follows Luca, a young boy dreaming of becoming a “musician,” whose special power “sprouts” amidst a harsh destiny. The narrative depicts his growth through meaningful encounters with new companions. Luca’s unique ability to “see sound” and his strong aspiration to become a musician blend seamlessly with intense battles. With “sound” serving as a central theme, Hitomi Koto (composer for Kyoto Animation’s Sparks of Tomorrow) will oversee the music. The background score heavily incorporates live instruments, delivering a dramatic musical performance that heightens both the emotional depth of the characters and the dynamic combat scenes.
Animation production for the series will be handled by “CA Soa,” a newly established animation studio within the CyberAgent Group headed by representative and anime producer Masakazu Ogawa. The distinguished staff includes Shinya Watada as Director, Michihiro Tsuchiya handling Series Composition, and Michinori Chiba as Character Designer. CG production for the action and combat sequences will be led by Shirogumi, the acclaimed visual effects studio. This project marks the inaugural title produced by CA Soa.
Additionally, with “sound” serving as a central theme, Hitomi Koto (composer for Kyoto Animation’s TV anime Sparks of Tomorrow) will oversee the music. The background score heavily incorporates live instruments, delivering a dramatic musical performance that heightens both the emotional depth of the characters and the dynamic combat scenes.
At the newly confirmed Anime Expo booth exhibition, the anime’s nearly 4-minute teaser trailer will be screened, alongside a free photo shoot opportunity conducted by a professional photographer. Postcards featuring the teaser visual will also be distributed in limited quantities.
Furthermore, a Follow & Repost campaign will be held on the anime’s official X account, where participants can receive a venue-exclusive bookmark featuring an original manga design.
The TV anime The Bugle Call: Song of War is scheduled for broadcast in 2027. Don’t miss this epic tale of sound and battle woven by Luca!
Source: Press Release
