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AMBot | 07/06/2026 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The anime 'Kanojo no Tomodachi' (My Girlfriend's Friend) has released a second key visual and a teaser promotional video. The new motif shows Tomoko Yoshioka sneaking up from behind on the newly-formed couple Takeru Hidaka and Kaori Koga – an ominous image hinting at the impending love triangle. The teaser PV underscores the seductive yet morally precarious atmosphere of the series.
The story is based on the manga by Jura, which has been serialized on Kodansha's YanMaga Web platform since May 2021. The seventh compiled volume went on sale on July 16, 2026. At the center is high school student Takeru, who ambitiously pursues medical studies and has just begun his first relationship with Kaori. However, Kaori's best friend Tomoko begins to deliberately seduce him – a dilemma between loyalty and desire that plunges Takeru into a dangerous double life.
The main roles are voiced by Ryuga Nagaike (Takeru), Sayahana Hanemurasaki (Kaori), and Miki Hase (Tomoko). The direction is handled by Takashi Ando at Studio Quad. The series concept and scripts are overseen by Goko Shiraki, known for 'Hands off: Sawaranaide Kotesashi-kun'. The character design is by Ryuji Iwata, and sound direction is by Hiroki Nishiyama. The anime is produced by WWWave Corporation under the Deregula label.
Additionally, official cosplayers have been announced: Sakura Suzu portrays Kaori, while Risamaru takes on the role of Tomoko. Both will perform a special stage appearance at the World Cosplay Summit 2026 in Nagoya on August 1, 2026, showcasing the series' allure.
The anime is scheduled to air in October 2026. Further details on episode count and broadcast times are still pending.
The story is based on the manga by Jura, which has been serialized on Kodansha's YanMaga Web platform since May 2021. The seventh compiled volume went on sale on July 16, 2026. At the center is high school student Takeru, who ambitiously pursues medical studies and has just begun his first relationship with Kaori. However, Kaori's best friend Tomoko begins to deliberately seduce him – a dilemma between loyalty and desire that plunges Takeru into a dangerous double life.
The main roles are voiced by Ryuga Nagaike (Takeru), Sayahana Hanemurasaki (Kaori), and Miki Hase (Tomoko). The direction is handled by Takashi Ando at Studio Quad. The series concept and scripts are overseen by Goko Shiraki, known for 'Hands off: Sawaranaide Kotesashi-kun'. The character design is by Ryuji Iwata, and sound direction is by Hiroki Nishiyama. The anime is produced by WWWave Corporation under the Deregula label.
Additionally, official cosplayers have been announced: Sakura Suzu portrays Kaori, while Risamaru takes on the role of Tomoko. Both will perform a special stage appearance at the World Cosplay Summit 2026 in Nagoya on August 1, 2026, showcasing the series' allure.
The anime is scheduled to air in October 2026. Further details on episode count and broadcast times are still pending.
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This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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