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Yanineko Anime Special Event

Dwango Corporation has announced an online event for the popular anime Yanineko, set to take place on August 13, 2026, at 10 PM (JST) on the Niconico Live streaming service. This event will be a recap screening of episodes 1 through 6 of the series, allowing both long-time fans and new viewers to enjoy a summary of the storyline leading up to the latest episode.

To elevate the excitement, viewers can participate in a special giveaway, with one lucky winner receiving a signed script featuring the voice of Yanineko, Yuko Natsuyoshi. This giveaway will be based on user interactions during the live stream, specifically comments containing designated keywords revealed by Niconico during the event.

About Yanineko

Yanineko is a comedic anime that follows the life of Yanineko, a beast-human who leads a leisurely life filled with smoking and humor. The series has quickly gained popularity, ranking first in Niconico’s summer anime initial view rankings, with the first episode surpassing 600,000 views. The show's unique take on everyday laziness and snack-filled days has resonated with audiences, making it a must-watch this season.

In addition to the screening, the event will unveil the Top 5 Most Commented Scenes from episodes 1-3 based on viewer comments aggregated from Niconico. Fans have been actively engaging with the series, sharing their thoughts and reactions in real-time, signifying their attachment to characters and their antics.

Top 5 Most Commented Scenes

1. Caring for Yanineko - The most commented scene features Yanineko being nursed back to health by her sister, who bravely dons protective gear to tend to her ill sibling. Comments praising her kindness flooded in, with fans calling her a