The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Yakinikuteishoku’s manga, Does It Count If You Lose Your Virginity to an Android? (Android wa Keiken Ninzū ni Hairimasu ka??), has officially confirmed its premiere date of January 9, 2026, on TOKYO MX. The announcement comes with a flurry of new details, including a main promotional video, additional cast members, key staff, and plans for an exclusive OVA episode as part of its “complete Deregula edition”.
WWWave Corporation’s Deregula label is producing the short TV anime, with animation handled by Studio Nyan Pollution-ω-. The series promises to bring the popular yuri comedy to life, offering both an on-air TV version and a less censored “Deregula cut” for streaming platforms.
January 2026 Premiere and Broadcast Details
Fans can mark their calendars for January 9, 2026, as the debut date for Does It Count If You Lose Your Virginity to an Android? The anime will first air on TOKYO MX, with subsequent broadcasts on BS11 and availability on various major streaming platforms. An uncensored “complete Deregula edition” will be accessible via AnimeFesta, offering a spicier version of the yuri comedy without altering the core narrative.
Revealing the Voice Cast
The main voice cast for the on-air television version of the anime has been confirmed. Ayaka Shimizu will lend her voice to Akane Tsuda, the 28-year-old office lady at the center of the story. Marika Hayase is cast as Nadeshiko, the titular android who enters Akane’s life. Additionally, VTuber Komaru Kurikoma, a member of the Aogiri High School VTuber group, will appear as a guest voice actor, playing Akane’s junior, Itō-san.
For those opting for the “Deregula cut,” a notable change in casting has been announced, with Ao Senami taking on the role of Akane and Yuu Shiraki voicing Nadeshiko. Komaru Kurikoma will reprise her role as Itō-san in both versions.
Main Character Voice Actors
- Akane Tsuda: Ayaka Shimizu (TV version), Ao Senami (Deregula cut)
- Nadeshiko: Marika Hayase (TV version), Yuu Shiraki (Deregula cut)
- Itō-san: Komaru Kurikoma (both versions)
Key Production Staff Unveiled
The creative team bringing the manga to the animated screen has also been detailed. Neko B is at the helm as both the director and the series scriptwriter for the short anime series. Character design and color key artistry are being handled by Mitsuru Tsukiumi.
Further enriching the production are Yutaka Aota as the art director, and Tomohiro Hayashi serving as both the compositing director of photography and editor. Fumihiko Ōtera is managing the sound direction, while ZincP is composing the music, which also includes the theme song “Android de New Era” performed by VTuber Komaru Kurikoma.
Production Team Highlights
- Director & Series Scripts: Neko B
- Character Designer & Color Key Artist: Mitsuru Tsukiumi
- Art Director: Yutaka Aota
- Compositing Director of Photography & Editor: Tomohiro Hayashi
- Sound Director: Fumihiko Ōtera
- Music Composer: ZincP
- Animation Studio: Nyan Pollution-ω-
OVA Episode to Continue the Story
In exciting news for fans, the anime will feature a brand-new episode 9 OVA. This additional episode is set to continue the story beyond the television broadcast, providing an extended narrative experience for viewers who purchase the “complete Deregula edition.”
Synopsis: A Yuri Comedy with an Android Twist
The anime is based on Yakinikuteishoku’s manga, which began serialization in Ichijinsha’s Comic Yuri Hime in July 2021. Seven Seas Entertainment licenses the manga for English release and describes the plot as a “sexy yuri comedy.”
The story revolves around Akane Tsuda, a 28-year-old office worker who appears professional and capable at her robotics manufacturing job. However, her private life is far less organized, with her apartment often resembling a landfill. In a drunken moment, Akane orders an android maid to help her clean up. To her surprise, the android, named Nadeshiko, turns out to be a “Romance-roid” — a beautiful and “horny hottie” who offers Akane more “service” than she initially anticipated, leading to a flustered yet charming cohabitation.
With a new promotional video circulating and a definitive premiere date, Does It Count If You Lose Your Virginity to an Android? is poised to be a notable entry in the Winter 2026 anime lineup.
