Exciting New Details Unveiled for the Anime 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Kurashi!' Including Character Info, Visuals, and Release Dates

New Anime Details for 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Kurashi!'

The much-anticipated TV anime 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Kurashi!' has finally revealed its main visual and PV, much to the excitement of fans. Produced by Bushiroad Move, a subsidiary of Bushiroad Co., Ltd., the anime is based on the popular manga serialized in 'Manga Time Kirara' by hisamakumako.

Main Visual Unveiled

In the newly released main visual, we see the protagonist, Meiko Morita, surrounded by her charming companions from the manga café 'Hedgehog'. The lively characters include Rie Amamiya, the dormitory leader, popular streamer Maria Suzuki, and die-hard gamer Neoto Nakano, all displayed in a delightful and heartwarming manner.

Teaser PV Released

A new teaser PV for 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Kurashi!' has been made available for enthusiasts to enjoy, enticing viewers with scenes from this cozy, manga-filled existence.

- Check out the main PV here:

- Marika Beltsuri Official Channel
- NBCUniversal Anime/Music Account

New Character Announcement

Fans were also treated to new character information! Joining the cast is Mio Moriya, Meiko’s younger sister. A middle school student and the second daughter of the Morita family, Mio is responsible yet worries about her elder sister's life in Tokyo. She’s a huge fan of pro wrestler Tank Kashiki and spends her time caught up in wrestling matches.

Exciting Broadcast Information

The anime is set to air on ABC Television and various networks in Japan under the 'ANiMAZiNG!!!' programming block, starting April 11th, 2026. Here are the details:

- Airing on ABC Television / TV Asahi

- Premiere: April 11, 2026 (Every Saturday at 26:00)

- Airing on BS Nippon

- Premiere: April 13, 2026 (Every Monday at 23:00)

Theme Songs Revealed

In addition, the opening and ending theme songs for 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Kurashi!' have been announced.

- Opening Theme: 'Ciao Ciao' by Sophià la Mode

Lyrics by: Dali Kitano
Composition and arrangement by: Kenichi Abura
The artists express their excitement about contributing to an anime for the first time, capturing the joyously chaotic vibe of the show.

- Ending Theme: 'Yawawa NERD Chou FreQuency' by Mugendai Myutaipe

Lyrics by: Ginno Hoshi
Composition and arrangement by: Daisuke Okamura
Member Arare Nakamachi shares their enthusiasm, connecting with the show’s themes of friendship and living a delightful dorm life.

Special Campaign Launched

To commemorate the PV release, a special campaign has been initiated where fans can enter a draw to win a QUO card featuring a member's card design from the manga café 'Hedgehog'.

How to Participate:

- Follow the official X account and retweet the relevant post
- Official X Account: @ichijyoma_anime
- Campaign Period: March 9, 2026, to March 15, 2026, 23:59
- Prizes: Ten winners will receive a QUO card worth 500 yen

Anime Overview

Synopsis: High school student Meiko Morita, living in Akita, gets selected as a special transfer student at the prestigious 'Amamiya Girls' Academy' in Tokyo, leading her to arrive in the bustling city filled with excitement and worry.

Awaiting her is the manga café 'Hedgehog', where she starts her unique life as a student and worker amongst a diverse cast of dorm mates. This marks the beginning of her unusual and enchanting one-room manga-filled life!

Director: Watanabe Okinari
Character Design: Uehara Fumiya
Animation Production: Pea）R）A