Tonari no Yokai-san: All You Need to Know
Tonari no Yokai-san: Get ready for a supernatural slice-of-life manga turned anime! Discover the release window, intriguing plot, talented cast and crew, and catch a thrilling glimpse in the exciting Tonari no Yokai-san trailer
The upcoming anime adaptation of Tonari no Yokai-san has been officially announced. Here's everything you need to know about it. The supernatural slice-of-life manga series by noho will be coming to life in anime form.
Set in a rural town where yokai, humans, and even gods live ordinary lives, this charming manga has developed a dedicated online fanbase thanks to its fresh approach to the slice-of-life genre.
Now, it’s set to receive a complete anime adaptation. Here's everything you need to know about it, including the cast, trailer, and release date.
Tonari no Yokai-san release window
On November 29, the manga’s official YouTube channel announced that Tonari no Yokai-san will premiere in April 2024.
The Twitter post revealed that the anime will begin broadcasting in April 2024, alongside a key visual of the main characters, the main cast and production crew.
Tonari no Yokai-san plot
Noho’s Tonari no Yokai-san is a 4-koma manga consisting of tales from Japanese folklore.
The first story centers around Buchio, a 20-year-old cat who undergoes a sudden transformation into a mythical nekomata creature with two tails. Confused by his new form, Buchio teams up with a fox named Yuri to uncover the cause of his transformation. They begin their quest by enrolling in a Bakegaku, a school for unconventional creatures.
Cast and crew
The anime adaptation of Tonari no Yokai-san will be directed by Aimi Yamauchi, produced by studio LIDEN FILMS. The character designer is Jiko Abe from My Senpai is Annoying, with series composition by Tomoko Konparu. The musical score will be created by Avex Music Creative Blue Bird’s Nest.
The central three characters are as follows:
Mu-chan voiced by Asaki Yuikawa
Jiro voiced by Ryosuke Higa
Buchio voiced by Haikyu!!’s Yuki Kaji
Tonari no Yokai-san trailer
On November 29, a full-length trailer was also released for the Tonari no Yokai-san anime adaptation.
With stunning visuals that resemble watercolor paintings, a charming two-tailed cat, and a musical score influenced by traditional Japanese sounds, the trailer offers a glimpse into a captivating and heartwarming realm.
As of the current writing, the international release date and streaming platform for this content remains unknown. Rest assured, we will provide updates as soon as this information becomes available.
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am excited about the upcoming anime adaptation of Tonari no Yokai-san. The manga series is a charming and heartwarming story that offers a fresh take on the slice-of-life genre. I am eager to see how the anime adaptation will bring the story to life.
The trailer for the anime looks promising. The animation is beautiful, and the characters look well-designed. I am also excited to hear the musical score, which is influenced by traditional Japanese sounds.
I think Tonari no Yokai-san has the potential to be a breakout hit with Gen Z fans. The story is relatable and heartwarming, and the characters are likable and well-developed. I am looking forward to seeing more of this anime in the future.
