Exciting Countdown to the Fifth Season of Rent-A-Girlfriend with Special Free Streaming Event

Countdown to the Fifth Season of 'Rent-A-Girlfriend'

As the highly anticipated fifth season of the beloved anime series 'Rent-A-Girlfriend' approaches, fans can look forward to a special free streaming event curated by Dwango Co., Ltd. The live streaming service, Niconico, will host an exciting retrospective of the show's first four seasons (a total of 48 episodes) starting from February 21 until March 14, leading up to the premiere of the new season on April 10, 2026.

About the Series

'Rent-A-Girlfriend', originally created by Reiji Miyajima, has taken the anime world by storm. Serialized in Kodansha's Weekly Shōnen Magazine, this romantic comedy has achieved remarkable success, selling over 15 million copies worldwide. The story revolves around Kazuyuki Kinoshita, a hapless college student who introduces his rental girlfriend, Chizuru Mizuhara, to his family and friends, leading to an unexpected journey of genuine emotions.

Since its debut with the first season in 2020, the show has continued to capture the hearts of viewers with subsequent seasons airing in 2022, 2023, and the recently concluded fourth season in 2025. The upcoming fifth season promises to take fans on an adventurous new arc called the 'Hawaiians chapter' and is set to air on traditional broadcast starting April 10, 2026.

Special Streaming Event Details

To commemorate the release of Season 5, Niconico will provide a platform for fans, both old and new, to relive their favorite moments from the series. This engaging experience invites participants to enjoy the journey together while commenting live, creating a vibrant community atmosphere. Here are the streaming schedules for each season:

- Season 1: Full 12 Episodes

Date: February 21, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM JST
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- Season 2: Full 12 Episodes

Date: February 28, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM JST
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- Season 3: Full 12 Episodes

Date: March 7, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM JST
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- Season 4: Full 12 Episodes

Date: March 14, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM JST
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These streams can be enjoyed by anyone without a membership requirement, ensuring accessibility for all viewers. Additionally, there will be a time-shifting option available for seven days after each stream for those who cannot attend live.

Upcoming Season 5 Streaming Information

The fifth season is also set to be streamed online, with further details about the release available around early April 2026 on the N Anime website. New episodes will be released sequentially as the season progresses.

For more updates, fans are encouraged to visit the following links:
Niconico Official Site
N Anime for Streaming Updates

©Reiji Miyajima, Kodansha / 'Rent-A-Girlfriend' Production Committee 2025.

As the countdown begins, mark your calendars and prepare for a wonderful nostalgic trip down memory lane followed by the excitement of Season 5!