The popular romantic comedy manga series, “Now That We Draw” (Kakunaru Ue wa), by Kyu Takahata and Yuwji Kaba, is officially receiving a television anime adaptation. The announcement was made on Friday, November 21, 2025, revealing key staff, cast, a teaser visual, and a promotional video for the upcoming series.
Anime Production Details Emerge
The television anime will be produced by Studio ROLL2, with Infinite credited for production. Shunsuke Ishikawa, known for his work on Blue Lock the Movie: Episode Nagi, is set to direct the series. Handling the series composition and script is Deko Akao, who has previously worked on titles such as The Case Study of Vanitas and Witch Watch. Character designs will be managed by Hiromi Nakagawa, recognized for her contributions to Wataten! An Angel Flew Down to Me and Shiro Seijo to Kuro Bokushi.
Main Cast Revealed for Aspiring Manga Artists
The principal voice cast for “Now That We Draw” has also been unveiled. Sayumi Suzushiro will lend her voice to Niina Miyamoto, while Ayumu Murase is cast as Yuuki Uehara. These two lead roles are central to the manga’s comedic and heartfelt exploration of aspiring artists navigating romance.
Exploring the “Now That We Draw” Manga
Written by Kyu Takahata and illustrated by Yuwji Kaba, “Now That We Draw” is a coming-of-age romantic comedy that began its serialization in Hakusensha’s seinen manga magazine Young Animal in February 2023. The series has quickly garnered a following, with five tankōbon volumes currently available in Japan, and the sixth volume scheduled for release on November 28, 2025.
Manga Synopsis: A Fake Relationship for Real Art
The story centers around Yuuki Uehara, a high school student and aspiring manga artist who adores 2D romantic comedy heroines. After his manga manuscript is harshly criticized by an editor for lacking realism in its romantic elements, Yuuki spirals into despair. Fate intervenes when he encounters his bubbly and popular classmate, Niina Miyamoto, who is also an aspiring manga artist facing similar feedback on her own work.
To gain real-world romantic experience and inject much-needed authenticity into their respective manga, Niina proposes a “fake relationship” with Yuuki. This arrangement forms the core of the series, leading to humorous situations and unexpected emotional growth as two individuals with no prior romantic experience navigate the complexities of acting like a couple.
English Release and Growing Popularity
Seven Seas Entertainment has licensed “Now That We Draw” for English publication, bringing the charming rom-com to a wider international audience. The manga’s unique premise and relatable characters have contributed to its increasing popularity, setting the stage for what promises to be an engaging anime adaptation. Further details regarding the anime’s broadcast schedule are expected to be announced in the future.
