Exciting Updates on the Upcoming Anime 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Life!' Broadcast and Campaigns

New Details for the Upcoming Anime 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Life!'

The TV anime adaptation of 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Life!' by Hisama Kumako is set to air soon, with exciting new broadcasting and streaming information now revealed by Bushiroad Media Inc., a group company of Bushiroad Inc., headquartered in Nakano, Tokyo. The anime, serialized in Houbunsha's 'Manga Time Kirara', tells the intriguing story of high school student Mei Morita.

Broadcasting Schedule

The anime will be broadcasting on various channels:

- ABC Television and TV Asahi Series (National Network, 'ANiMAZiNG!!!' Slot): Every Saturday starting April 11, 2026, at 26:00
- BS Nippon Television: Every Monday starting April 13, 2026, at 23:00
- AT-X: Every Tuesday starting April 14, 2026, at 23:00
- AT-X Repeats: Thursday at 11:00 starting April 16, 2026, and Monday at 17:00 starting April 20, 2026.

Streaming Information

In addition to its broadcast, 'Ichijouma Mankitsu Life!' will also be available for streaming. The announcement confirmed that dAnime Store will feature a three-day early online streaming, alongside traditional airing. Here are the specifics:

- Early Streaming on dAnime Store: Begins Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 26:00
- General Streaming:

- ABEMA, Amazon Prime Video, DMM TV, FOD, Hulu, J:COM STREAM, milplus, TELASA, Lemino, U-NEXT, NicoNico Douga, Bandai Channel, Flat Video, YouTube (rental), HAPPY! Video, VIDEX, Video Market, Movie Full Plus, TVer will commence on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 26:00.

AnimeJapan 2026 Campaign Details

In coordination with the AnimeJapan 2026 event, Bushiroad has also unveiled an exciting social media campaign. For fans of manga cafes, the 'Hedgehog' manga cafe is hosting a new membership SNS campaign. Participants who follow the official anime X account will have a chance to win a QUO card themed around the membership.

How to Enter:

1. Follow the official anime X account: @ichijyoma_anime
2. Post to X using the hashtags: #まんきつ暮らし and #ヘッジホッグ入会

Campaign Duration:

- From March 28, 2026 (Saturday) at 9:00 to April 3, 2026 (Friday) at 23:59. (Dates are subject to change.)

Prize:

For entries, ten lucky winners will receive a QUO card worth 500 yen themed around the Hedgehog manga cafe membership.

Summary of the Anime

The story follows Mei Morita, a high school student who moves to Tokyo after being accepted into the prestigious 'Tensho Girls' Academy.' Despite feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety, she finds herself immersed in an unusual yet captivating lifestyle at a manga cafe that also serves as a student dorm. As she interacts with various unique dormmates, her extraordinary experience begins.