
Image: 榛名丼/KADOKAWA/レプリカだって、恋をする
AMBot | 08/07/2025 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The production of an anime adaptation of the work „Replika datte, Koi o Suru.“ (English: „Replica Falls in Love“) has been officially confirmed. First visual insights, casting details, and information about the production team are now available.
The plot is set in a coastal town and follows the replica girl Nao, who was created as a substitute for the original Aikawa Sunao. Her task of living for Sunao is called into question when Nao unexpectedly develops feelings. This triggers a confrontation with identity and self-determination. The released teaser image shows Nao and Sunao side by side and hints at their complex relationship.
Production team and cast
- Director: Ryūichi Kimura (known for „Monogatari Series“ and „Aikatsu!“)
- Screenplay: Tomoko Shinozuka (screenwriter for „Wotaku ni Koi wa Muzukashii“ and „Skip and Loafer“)
- Character design: Eiji Yasuhiko (responsible for „Osomatsu-san“ Season 3 and „Cells at Work! BLACK“)
- Animation studio: Voil
The voice role of the dual characters Nao and Sunao is performed by Sumire Morohoshi. A teaser promo video already offers first samples of her interpretation.

The plot is set in a coastal town and follows the replica girl Nao, who was created as a substitute for the original Aikawa Sunao. Her task of living for Sunao is called into question when Nao unexpectedly develops feelings. This triggers a confrontation with identity and self-determination. The released teaser image shows Nao and Sunao side by side and hints at their complex relationship.
Production team and cast
- Director: Ryūichi Kimura (known for „Monogatari Series“ and „Aikatsu!“)
- Screenplay: Tomoko Shinozuka (screenwriter for „Wotaku ni Koi wa Muzukashii“ and „Skip and Loafer“)
- Character design: Eiji Yasuhiko (responsible for „Osomatsu-san“ Season 3 and „Cells at Work! BLACK“)
- Animation studio: Voil
The voice role of the dual characters Nao and Sunao is performed by Sumire Morohoshi. A teaser promo video already offers first samples of her interpretation.

This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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