The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Ponchan Chikyū No Osakana’s popular manga, Kirio Fan Club (霧尾ファンクラブ), has officially unveiled its main voice cast, confirmed its television series format, and announced a 2026 premiere. The news was accompanied by the release of a teaser promo video, generating excitement among fans.
Pony Canyon revealed these crucial details on Friday, October 24, outlining the key staff behind the production and offering a first glimpse at the animated world of Aimi, Nami, and the enigmatic Kirio.
Main Cast Brings Beloved Characters to Life
Leading the cast are three talented voice actors who will portray the central trio of this romantic comedy. Nene Hieda will lend her voice to Aimi Miyoshi, one of the two high school girls obsessed with their classmate. Shion Wakayama is set to voice Nami Sometani, Aimi’s friend and rival in their shared affection for Kirio. The titular object of their admiration, Ken Kirio, will be voiced by Gakuto Kajiwara.
These cast announcements have been met with enthusiasm, as fans anticipate how these voice actors will bring the characters’ unique personalities and “one-way love comedy” dynamics to life.
TV Series Format and Production Details Confirmed
The Kirio Fan Club anime is officially confirmed as a television series, allowing for an in-depth exploration of the manga’s humorous and heartfelt narrative. The animation production will be handled by Satelight, a studio known for its diverse portfolio of anime titles.
Overseeing the project as director is Sō Toyama. The scripts for the series will be penned by Aya Satsuki, while Nami Hayashi is credited with designing the characters, ensuring a faithful yet fresh visual interpretation of Ponchan Chikyū No Osakana’s original artwork.
Anticipated 2026 Debut
Fans eager to see the “one-way love comedy” unfold on screen won’t have to wait much longer, as the Kirio Fan Club anime is slated for a 2026 debut. This places it among a wave of new anime series expected to grace television screens next year.
Teaser Promo Video Offers First Glimpse
The recently released teaser promo video provides an initial look at the anime’s animation style and introduces the core characters in motion. While specific details of the teaser were not extensively detailed in the immediate announcements, such videos typically highlight key character designs, snippets of dialogue, and a taste of the series’ overall tone, setting the stage for the romantic comedy ahead.
The Endearing World of Kirio Fan Club
The Kirio Fan Club manga, written and illustrated by Ponchan Chikyū No Osakana, gained a dedicated following through its serialization on Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha’s Comic Ruelle website. Running from June 2022 to August 2024, the series was compiled into six tankōbon volumes.
The story revolves around high school classmates Aimi Miyoshi and Nami Sometani, who, despite their different personalities, share an intense, albeit unrequited, crush on their seemingly ordinary classmate, Kirio. Their shared obsession leads to a myriad of comical and often outlandish scenarios as they navigate their feelings and friendship. The manga’s unique premise and relatable depiction of adolescent crushes have resonated strongly with readers.
Prior to the anime announcement, the series also received a live-action television drama adaptation, which aired from April to June 2025, further attesting to the manga’s growing popularity.
Fan Excitement and Expectations
The official reveal of the cast, production studio, and 2026 release, coupled with the teaser video, has ignited considerable excitement within the anime community. Fans are eagerly discussing the voice actors’ previous roles and speculating on how the unique comedic timing and emotional depth of the manga will translate into animation. With a solid production team and a beloved source material, Kirio Fan Club is poised to be a notable entry in the 2026 anime lineup.
