Get ready to grab a bite of heartwarming slice-of-life anime! “See You Tomorrow at the Food Court” (フードコートで、また明日。Fūdo Kōto de, Mata Ashita.) is officially set to premiere in July 2025. This delightful adaptation of Shinichirō Nariie’s popular manga promises a charming and relatable story about friendship, secrets, and the simple joys of everyday life.
What’s “See You Tomorrow at the Food Court” About?
“See You Tomorrow at the Food Court” began as a webcomic on Shinichirō Nariie’s Twitter account in October 2019, quickly gaining popularity for its relatable characters and heartwarming scenarios. Kadokawa Shoten picked up the series, and it began serialization on their Comic Newtype website in March 2020. Yen Press publishes the manga in English.
The story revolves around two high school girls, Wada and Yamamoto, who seem like complete opposites to their classmates. Wada appears to be a quiet, refined honor student with an air of mystery, while Yamamoto is a striking, intimidating fashionista. However, their classmates don’t know their hidden sides. Wada is secretly addicted to mobile games, particularly one specific 2D character that she has a love-hate relationship with. Yamamoto harbors a fascination with urban legends and is a dedicated follower of her favorite YouTuber. Their biggest secret is that they meet every day after school at the local food court. It’s here, away from the judgments and expectations of their peers, that they can truly be themselves, rant, rave, and learn what makes each other tick.
The Anime Adaptation: What We Know So Far
The announcement of the anime adaptation has generated considerable excitement among fans of the manga and slice-of-life anime enthusiasts. Here’s a breakdown of what’s been revealed:
Premiere Date
The anime is scheduled to premiere in July 2025.
Production Staff and Studio
The anime is being produced by Atelier Pontdarc, with a talented team of creators.
- Director: Kazuomi Koga (known for Rent-A-Girlfriend, Kubo Won’t Let Me Be Invisible)
- Series Composition: Jukki Hanada (The Dangers in My Heart, Sound! Euphonium, Love Live! School Idol Project)
- Character Design & Chief Animation Director: Kyuta Sakai (Steins;Gate, Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-)
- Music: Kana Utatane (Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines!)
- Sound Director: Jin Aketagawa (Kaguya-sama: Love is War, Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-)
- Animation Production: Atelier Pontdarc
- Music Production: Kadokawa
- Sound Production: Magic Capsule
Cast
The voice cast includes:
- Wada: Hiyori Miyazaki
- Yamamoto: Yoshino Aoyama
- Saitō: Saori Hayami, Wada’s classmate who takes her time putting on makeup.
- Duke Abel: Jun Fukuyama, a quirky character from Wada’s social game.
Key Visuals and Trailers
Several key visuals and a teaser trailer have been released, offering a glimpse into the anime’s art style and tone. The key visuals depict Wada and Yamamoto in various settings, capturing the essence of their friendship and everyday lives. The trailer introduces the main characters and hints at the humorous and heartwarming moments to come.
Characters
- Wada: An honor student who appears quiet and reserved. She’s secretly a mobile game addict. Voiced by Hiyori Miyazaki.
- Yamamoto: A fashion-forward student with a seemingly intimidating aura. She has a soft spot for urban legends and her favorite YouTuber. Voiced by Yoshino Aoyama.
- Saitō: Wada’s classmate. Voiced by Saori Hayami.
- Duke Abel: A character from Wada’s social game. Voiced by Jun Fukuyama.
What to Expect
“See You Tomorrow at the Food Court” promises a relatable and heartwarming story about friendship, self-discovery, and the importance of finding a place where you can be yourself. With its charming characters, relatable scenarios, and talented production team, this anime is sure to resonate with fans of slice-of-life stories.
Where to Watch
As the premiere date approaches, keep an eye on Crunchyroll and other anime streaming platforms for announcements about where to watch “See You Tomorrow at the Food Court” in your region.
With its July 2025 premiere just around the corner, “See You Tomorrow at the Food Court” is poised to be one of the most anticipated slice-of-life anime of the year. Be sure to mark your calendars and prepare for a heartwarming and hilarious journey with Wada and Yamamoto!
