The popular manga series Kamiina Botan, Yoheru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana (上伊那ぼたん、酔へる姿は百合の花), also known as Botan Kamiina, Her Drunken Appearance Is Like a Lily Flower, is set to charm audiences in a new format. The manga, penned and illustrated by Hey, will be adapted into a television anime, promising a delightful blend of comedy, slice-of-life, and heartwarming yuri undertones.
Anime Adaptation Announced with Teaser Visual and Concept Movie
On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, a dedicated website was launched to announce the exciting news of the anime adaptation. The site unveiled a teaser visual, introduced the main staff, and presented a captivating “concept movie,” offering fans a glimpse into the world of Botan and her companions. The series is produced by Soigne.
Story Centered on College Life and Budding Relationships
Kamiina Botan, Yoheru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana centers around Botan Kamiina, a 20-year-old university student navigating college life. The story explores her experiences with alcohol and the surprising, bolder side of her personality that emerges when she’s a little tipsy.
First Encounter and Drinking Partners
Botan’s journey begins at a welcome party for her dorm, where she meets Ibuki Tonami, the dorm leader. Ibuki introduces her to a highball, leading to Botan’s first taste of alcohol and the beginning of a close relationship with Ibuki.
A Yuri Comedy
The series is described as a “tipsy teasing girl’s comedy,” highlighting the humorous and heartwarming interactions between Botan and Ibuki as they become drinking partners. Their bond deepens as they share drinks and navigate the ups and downs of college life.
Meet the Main Characters
The series features a cast of engaging characters, each with their own unique personalities and backstories.
Botan Kamiina: The Tipsy Protagonist
Botan is a 20-year-old university student originally from Nagano Prefecture. She’s new to drinking and discovers a surprising side of herself when she gets tipsy. Botan has a fondness for seafood, likely due to coming from a landlocked prefecture, and harbors a fear of thunder stemming from a childhood incident.
Ibuki Tonami: The Dorm Leader and Drinking Buddy
Ibuki is a third-year university student from Toyama Prefecture and serves as the dorm supervisor. While she enjoys drinking, she avoids it in public due to her consciousness about getting hiccups. Ibuki forms a close friendship with Botan, and they often spend time together as drinking partners.
Supporting Characters Add Depth
The manga also features several supporting characters who enrich the story and add depth to the world of Kamiina Botan. These include:
- Kirari Hikawa: A graduate student from Gifu Prefecture with feelings for Ibuki, she feels disappointed as Ibuki and Botan become close.
- Yaeka Takabayashi: A second-year student from Yamanashi Prefecture who enjoys outdoor activities and is close friends with Akane.
- Akane Tsuchiya: A second-year student and friend of Yaeka, with a passion for music inherited from her parents; she plays guitar in a band.
- Yui An: A student from Taiwan who develops feelings for Kanade and is aware of Kanade’s crush on Ibuki.
The Creative Minds Behind the Anime
The anime adaptation is being brought to life by a talented team of creators.
Key Staff Members
- Director: Takashi Sakuma (16bit Sensation: Another Layer director, Solo Leveling episode director)
- Assistant Director: Shuntarō Tozawa (Undead Unluck, Fire Force episode director)
- Character Designer: Kou Yoshinari (White Album)
- Main Animators: Yūsuke Matsuo (Evangelion: 2.0 You Can [Not] Advance film key animator) and Miyachi (Eiga no Osomatsu-san key animator)
- Series Scripts: Yoko Yonaiyama (A Sign of Affection)
- Music: Kana Hashiguchi (Magic Maker: How to Make Magic in Another World, The tale of outcasts)
Author’s Enthusiasm
Hey, the author of the original manga, expressed excitement about the anime adaptation: “I am happy to be able to announce that Kamiina Botan will be made into a TV animation series. I can finally share with everyone the excitement I felt when I first saw that wonderful concept movie… Everyone involved has respect for the original work and has put their creativity and skills to the test. I am very happy to have been able to work with them. Please grab a drink and look forward to it.”
Manga Origins and Publication
The Kamiina Botan, Yoheru Sugata wa Yuri no Hana manga series has been serialized on Akita Shoten’s Champion Cross web service since March 19, 2019. The first tankōbon volume was published in January 2020, and as of March 2025, six volumes have been released.
Where to Read the Manga
For those eager to dive into the world of Kamiina Botan, the manga is available on various platforms, including:
- Akita Shoten’s Champion Cross
- MangaDex
- Manga Katana
Anticipation Builds for Anime Release
With the announcement of the anime adaptation, fans are eagerly awaiting more information, including the release date. The series promises to be a delightful addition to the yuri genre, offering a heartwarming and humorous look at college life, friendship, and the surprising effects of alcohol.
