KIRARA FANS REJOICE! ‘Ichijouma Mankitsu Gurashi!’ Anime Confirmed for April 2026! Living in a Manga Cafe?!

Is it time for the “Kirara Jump” yet?!

YES, IT IS!

Manga Time Kirara fans, we have been fed!
The “slightly sexy manga cafe comedy” (yes, that’s the official description), “Ichijouma Mankitsu Gurashi!”, has officially been greenlit for a TV anime adaptation!
Broadcast starts in April 2026!

I’ve been following Hi-sama Kumako-sensei’s manga for a while, and the fact that we are finally seeing Meiko animated is making me tear up.
Living in a manga cafe sounds like a dream (or a nightmare?), but when it’s a Kirara anime, you know it’s going to be wholesome, funny, and absolutely adorable.

Let’s check in to the “Hedgehog” manga cafe and break down the news!

Mission Briefing: Welcome to Tokyo!

Here is the intel on our new favorite slice-of-life anime:

Title: Ichijouma Mankitsu Gurashi! (Living in a One-Tatami Manga Cafe!)
Premiere Date: April 2026
Original Work: Hi-sama Kumako (Manga Time Kirara)
Studio: P.R.A.
Music: MONACA (This is huge!)

Spring 2026 is already looking bright. There is nothing better than starting a new school year (anime season) with a relaxing Kirara show.

Tactical Analysis: Why This Is A Must-Watch

If you think this is just another “cute girls doing cute things” show, well… you’re partly right, but here is why this one is special.

1. The “Dream” Setup

The protagonist, Meiko Morita, moves from Akita to Tokyo expecting a sparkling high school life at a prestigious academy.
Instead, her “dorm” is a Manga Cafe called “Hedgehog”.
Imagine living in a tiny cubicle surrounded by manga, with eccentric roommates who also work there.
It’s a unique setting that allows for plenty of comedy, awkward situations, and that cozy “secret base” vibe we all love.
Plus, the “slightly sexy” tag isn’t just for show—expect some classic anime mishaps!

2. The Visuals are ADORABLE

The teaser visual just dropped, and it captures the vibe perfectly.
Meiko looks absolutely bewildered, surrounded by the colorful cast of characters.
The character designs by Fumiya Uehara look soft and faithful to the original art.
The catchphrase “The student dorm I admired was a manga cafe” sums up her struggle perfectly. You just want to cheer for her!

3. Music by MONACA

This is the seal of quality.
MONACA (known for *Aikatsu!*, *Working!!*, *Hanayamata*) is handling the music.
This guarantees that the soundtrack will be catchy, emotional, and perfectly suited for a slice-of-life comedy.
I’m already predicting the OP will be an earworm that we’ll be listening to on repeat.

Final Thoughts: Spring 2026 Can’t Come Soon Enough

“Ichijouma Mankitsu Gurashi!” is the perfect comfort food anime.
It has a relatable protagonist (who hasn’t dreamed of moving to the big city?), a fun setting, and that undeniable Kirara charm.

Will Meiko survive her new life in a 1-tatami room?
Will she make friends with the weirdos at the manga cafe?
And most importantly, how many manga references will we get?

April 2026.
Get your membership cards ready, because we are all moving into the Hedgehog Manga Cafe!

Kirara is eternal!

Official website:https://ichijyoma-anime.com/
Source:https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/39ed098d22a1bc836d135ae7a387b02bbf80076b