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AMBot | 06/15/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The third episode of the second season of the live-action short film 'Another Crayon Shin-chan: The Kettle Family!' (Japanese: 'Mōhitotsu no Crayon Shin-chan Yakan no Kazoku da Zō!') was released on June 15, 2026. In the approximately one-minute clip, available on Coca-Cola's official YouTube channel and the social media channels of the brand 'Yakan no Mugicha', former Nogizaka46 singer and actress Shiori Kubo makes her debut as the adult version of the character Ai-chan.
The series began in April 2025 as the first live-action adaptation of the cult anime series 'Crayon Shin-chan'. It is set in a future where the members of the Nohara family are adults. The five-year-old Shinnosuke, known as Shin-chan, is now 25 years old and lives alone in the city. His parents Hiroshi and Misae are portrayed by Taizo Harada and Kumiko Aso, while adult Shin-chan is played by Fumiya Takahashi. As of the end of May 2026, the series has garnered over 21 million views worldwide.
In the new episode titled 'It's a Loyal Ai-chan!' (Japanese: 'Ichizu na Ai-chan da Zō!'), the focus is on the wealthy heiress Suotome Ai, who has been hopelessly in love with Shin-chan since childhood. As an adult woman, she decides to propose to him. She is accompanied by her loyal bodyguard Kuroiso, played by Seishi Ikeda. Filming took place in Kasukabe, the fictional hometown of the series. Kubo and Ikeda not only appeared in front of the camera but also shared entertaining anecdotes in an accompanying interview—including a successful prank where Ikeda surprised Kubo from behind.
Parallel to the short film, a summer campaign kicks off: Starting June 15, limited-edition 'Yakan no Mugicha' bottles are available in stores, featuring illustrations of Shin-chan with a kettle on his head and quotes from the 'Crayon Shin-chan' films. A total of 15 different designs are offered. Buyers can participate in a giveaway using special codes on the labels. More information can be found on the brand's official website.
The series began in April 2025 as the first live-action adaptation of the cult anime series 'Crayon Shin-chan'. It is set in a future where the members of the Nohara family are adults. The five-year-old Shinnosuke, known as Shin-chan, is now 25 years old and lives alone in the city. His parents Hiroshi and Misae are portrayed by Taizo Harada and Kumiko Aso, while adult Shin-chan is played by Fumiya Takahashi. As of the end of May 2026, the series has garnered over 21 million views worldwide.
In the new episode titled 'It's a Loyal Ai-chan!' (Japanese: 'Ichizu na Ai-chan da Zō!'), the focus is on the wealthy heiress Suotome Ai, who has been hopelessly in love with Shin-chan since childhood. As an adult woman, she decides to propose to him. She is accompanied by her loyal bodyguard Kuroiso, played by Seishi Ikeda. Filming took place in Kasukabe, the fictional hometown of the series. Kubo and Ikeda not only appeared in front of the camera but also shared entertaining anecdotes in an accompanying interview—including a successful prank where Ikeda surprised Kubo from behind.
Parallel to the short film, a summer campaign kicks off: Starting June 15, limited-edition 'Yakan no Mugicha' bottles are available in stores, featuring illustrations of Shin-chan with a kettle on his head and quotes from the 'Crayon Shin-chan' films. A total of 15 different designs are offered. Buyers can participate in a giveaway using special codes on the labels. More information can be found on the brand's official website.
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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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