Get ready for some risqué robotic romance! The Makina-san’s a Love Bot?! AnimeFesta anime is set to launch its English dub on April 30, 2025, bringing the series to a wider audience. Here’s everything you need to know about this quirky and suggestive anime.
What’s Makina-san’s a Love Bot?! About?
Makina-san’s a Love Bot?! (Japanese title: Kakushite! Makina-san!!) is based on the manga series by Yoshimi Sato. The story revolves around:
- Eita Akutsu: An introverted, lonely mecha otaku (obsessed with mecha robots).
- Makina Agatsuma: A cheerful and popular gyaru (a type of Japanese fashion subculture) who suddenly appears in Eita’s apartment one night.
However, there’s a major twist. Makina isn’t human. She is an advanced AI robot designed for intimacy, but with a catch: she has been restricted from accessing any adult-related information.
Here’s a more detailed synopsis: Eita Akutsu, harbors secret feelings for his classmate Makina Agatsuma. One day, Makina reveals to Eita that she is actually an advanced lifelike android after she is caught in an apartment bombing. She asks Eita to repair her and starts living with him and constantly tries to seduce him.
The series follows their top-secret cohabitation as Eita tries to help Makina maintain her secret identity while dealing with her often-suggestive behavior, which leads to hilarious and awkward situations. It’s a romantic comedy with a science fiction twist and plenty of risqué moments.
English Dub Release Details
- Release Date: April 30, 2025
- Streaming Platform: OceanVeil
The English dub is being streamed on OceanVeil, a new anime streaming platform by WWWave Corporation. OceanVeil began streaming the anime with English subtitles on Sundays, with the English dub following on Wednesdays.
Where to Watch
Makina-san’s a Love Bot?! is available through the following platforms:
- OceanVeil: This platform offers the “Complete Deregula Version,” which is the uncensored version of the anime.
- AnimeFesta (Japan): The “unhidden” (uncensored) version streams on AnimeFesta in Japan. The broadcast version is also available on AnimeFesta, DMM TV, and other services in Japan.
- Tokyo MX: The “hidden” (broadcast or censored) version premiered on Tokyo MX on April 6, 2025.
- BS Fuji: The anime began running on BS Fuji on April 9, 2025.
As of April 2025, there have been no announcements regarding distribution on major global platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, or Crunchyroll.
Streaming Services Offering Anime
For those looking for other anime streaming options, here are some popular platforms:
- Crunchyroll: Known for a vast library of current and popular anime, Crunchyroll often simulcasts shows directly from Japan.
- Hulu: Offers a selection of anime, including some popular titles and classics.
- Netflix: Features original anime programming and licensed series.
- HIDIVE: Secured exclusive streaming rights for several regions for certain anime series, offering both subbed and dubbed versions.
- Tubi: A free streaming service with a selection of anime.
- RetroCrush: Focuses on classic anime titles.
English Dub Cast
The English dub cast includes:
- Chloe Eves as Makina Agatsuma
- P.M. Seymour as Eita Akutsu
- Hayley Nelson as Mimika Imose
- Mana T. Johnson as Mamimi
- Elsie Lovelock as Alma Sakimori
- Jennifer Silverman as Oyasan “The Ladyland”
Key Staff
- Original Manga Author: Yoshimi Sato
- Director: Masayoshi Nishida
- Assistant Director: Kentaro Iino
- Series Screenwriter & Scriptwriter: Yōhei Kashii
- Main Character Designer: Yusaku Nakamura
- Animation Production: BloomZ
- Production Cooperation: Wolfsbane
Theme Songs
- Opening Theme: “Ie de Yeah! tte Age Tiger” by Serena Kōzuki
- Ending Theme: “Android ni Kubittake” (Crazy About an Android) by Brave Mental Orchestra
Manga Details
- Author: Yoshimi Sato
- Original Run: October 25, 2022 – present
- Magazine: Monthly Action (October 2022 – February 2024), Web Comic Action (April 2024 – present)
- Volumes: 4 (as of December 2024)
- English Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment (first volume slated for release in September 2025)
What to Expect
Makina-san’s a Love Bot?! is a blend of:
- Erotic Comedy: Expect plenty of suggestive situations and humor.
- Romantic Comedy: The series explores the developing relationship between Eita and Makina.
- Science Fiction: The core concept of Makina being an advanced AI robot adds a unique twist to the genre.
Other Anime to Watch in April 2025
April 2025 is packed with new anime releases and returning seasons. Here are a few to keep an eye on:
- Yatara Yarashii Fukami-kun: A romance that delves into character psychology and mature emotional shifts.
- Please Put Them On, Takamine-san: A high school romance with vulnerability and unexpected intimacy.
- Moonrise: A sci-fi tale exploring grief, hope, and human connection.
- Mono: A slice-of-life anime about youth and healing.
- Yandere Dark Elf: She Chased Me All the Way From Another World!: A fantasy romance.
- The Beginning After the End Season 1: Streaming on Crunchyroll
- Wind Breaker Season 2: Streaming on Crunchyroll
- Fire Force Season 3
- Lazarus: An original anime by Shinichiro Watanabe, with action choreography by Chad Stahelski (John Wick director)
Final Thoughts
Makina-san’s a Love Bot?! promises a unique and entertaining experience with its blend of comedy, romance, and science fiction. With the English dub releasing on April 30, 2025, now is the perfect time to dive into this world of robotic romance. Just be prepared for some uncensored content!
