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New Insights into Episode 4 of 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Life!'

On April 29, 2026, Bushiroad Move, a subsidiary of Bushiroad located in Nakano, Tokyo, unveiled exciting new information regarding the upcoming Episode 4 of the TV anime "Ichijouma Mankitsu Life!" Adapted from the popular manga serialized in Houbunsha’s "Manga Time Kirara" by Hisama Kumako, this episode promises an adventure for fans to enjoy.

Overview of Episode 4

Titled "Summer is Here! It's Hot! Let's Go to the South!", Episode 4 is directed by Watanabe Yoshihiro and written by Yamada Hana. The episode features a talented team including storyboard artist Watanabe Yoshihiro and animation direction led by Ohshima Ruvu, with character designs managed by Uehara Fumiya, Harada Mineko, and Yabuta Yuki.

Episode Synopsis

As summer reaches its peak, the manga cafe experiences a surge of customers, uplifting our main characters, Meiko and her friends. However, an unexpected malfunction in the air conditioning forces them to close the cafe temporarily. Disappointed by this setback, Rie is consoled by Kozue, who suggests an alternative to their troubles. To escape the heat, they consider a sudden trip to a vacation home in Guam, embarking on an unexpected tropical adventure.

Broadcast Details

Episode 4 Release Information:

• - Scheduled to air on ABC TV and the TV Asahi network across 24 channels on May 2, 2026, at 26:10 JST, with a timing adjustment of 10 minutes later than usual.

Story Overview of 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Life!'

This anime centers around Meiko Morita, a high school student living in Akita, who is unexpectedly selected as a special transfer student at the prestigious Amamiya Girls' Academy in Tokyo. Filled with both excitement and apprehension for her student life in the bustling city, Meiko soon finds herself intertwined with an unusual manga cafe called