August 14 is celebrated in Japan as “Swimming Day,” a date established to promote the sport, grow its competitive community, and raise awareness about water safety.
In the world of anime, beach and pool episodes are beloved seasonal staples — moments when characters swap their usual outfits for swimsuits, adding a distinctly summery energy to their respective series. To mark the occasion, Anime!Anime! conducted its annual reader poll: “Which character do you most associate with swimsuits?”
Poll Details
The survey ran from July 28 to August 4, collecting responses from 168 participants. The gender breakdown was approximately 60% male and 40% female — with female respondents slightly higher than usual. In terms of age, around 25% of voters were 19 or younger, while roughly 40% were in their 30s.
This article covers the results for the female character category.
3rd Place: Kitakawa Miu — Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru (My Dress-Up Darling)
Kitakawa Miu, the charismatic cosplay-loving heroine of Sono Bisque Doll wa Koi wo Suru, claimed third place. Her striking swimsuit appearances left just as strong an impression on fans as her elaborate cosplay looks.
1st Place (Tied): Two Heroines Who Wear Swimsuits as Everyday Attire
The most remarkable result of this year’s poll is the tie at first place — shared by two heroines whose defining characteristic is that they wear swimsuits not just for special beach episodes, but as their standard everyday outfit. This unique trait has cemented their status as the ultimate “swimsuit characters” in the eyes of anime fans.
A Celebration of Swimsuit Diversity
The poll results highlight just how varied the appeal of swimsuit characters can be — from cute and wholesome to bold and confident. Each character brings her own distinct charm to the look. The full top-5 ranking is available in Anime!Anime!’s complete poll report.
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