The official page of the voice actress and singer Ami Maeshimarecognized for her role as Aya Maruyama in BanG Dream!confirmed that his second solo singletitled “Bukiyouni, Kimi no Tonari” (“Clumsy, but at your side”), will be released in Japan on November 12, 2025. The topic will be ending from the next television anime My Awkward Senpaiwhere Maeshima also plays one of the main characters, Miho Hotta.
A few words from the artist
On the anime's official website, Maeshima shared his excitement about this project: “I wanted to convey the warmth of the work and those awkward but sincere feelings, so I sang my heart out. It's the first time I've performed an ending for an anime and I'm very happy that it's for My Awkward Senpai. I hope you enjoy the song while still feeling the echo of the story!”
A rising trajectory
Maeshima debuted as a solo artist in November 2024 with his album Determination under the KING AMUSEMENT CREATIVE seal of KING RECORDS. Later, in July 2025, he released his first single “Wish for you”which became the opening of the anime Private Tutor to the Duke's Daughterwhere she also voices the protagonist Caren.
My Awkward Senpai anime details
The anime adaptation of the romantic comedy manga Makoto Kudo will be released in Japan in October 2025. The opening theme, “Bukiyouna I love you”will be led by the anison duo angela. The direction falls to Ayumu Kotake (Acro Trip) for Studio Ellewith hyphens Mio Inoue (Slow Start), character design by Kenro Tokuda and music from Koji Fujimoto (The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated!).
Synopsis of My Awkward Senpai
The story follows Kannawa-senpaia young woman who, although she has many qualities, subtlety is not one of them. His life changes when he meets Kamegawahis new kouhai: charming, a little nerdy and easy to get along with. Between misunderstandings and uncomfortable moments, you will begin to discover feelings that you don't know how to handle.
