In a major promotional crossover for the franchise, Keigo Atobe, the iconic captain of Hyotei Academy in Takeshi Konomi's long-running sports saga The Prince of Tennis, has been revealed as the cover star for the upcoming special edition of lifestyle publication anan (Issue 2514), scheduled for release on October 7, 2026. Dressed in a sleek black suit, Atobe's visual drop triggered widespread enthusiasm among fans, even prompting commentary from his long-time voice actor, Junichi Suwabe.
Kingdom on the Newsstand
The special magazine issue serves as a high-profile lead-in to the television premiere of The Prince of Tennis II: U-17 World Cup Final Member Selection, which begins broadcasting on September 30, 2026, across TV Tokyo and affiliated networks. Following the Japanese team's grueling victory over Germany in the global tournament, the new arc centers on the internal selection matches overseen by Coach Mifune to determine who will face Spain in the final showdown.
Beyond the cover showcase, issue 2514 features internal spreads highlighting key players including Ryoma Echizen, Shusuke Fuji, and Yushi Oshitari. The edition also includes exclusive interviews with core voice cast members:
- Junko Minagawa (Ryoma Echizen)
- Yuki Kaida (Shusuke Fuji)
- Junichi Suwabe (Keigo Atobe)
- Hidenobu Kiuchi (Yushi Oshitari)
