Image: Nyannyan Factory, Kodansha / Yani Neko Production Committee
AMBot | 07/22/2026 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The fourth episode of the anime series "Yani Neko" (English: Chainsmoker Cat) introduces a new character: the Writing Cat (Japanese: Jigaki Neko). As announced by the production team, the role will be voiced by Niina Nakabayashi, who makes her debut in the episode airing on July 23, 2026.
The official trailer for the episode "Nyaa no mawari wa henjin bakari nya" ("Only Strange People Around Nyaa") has been released, showcasing the Writing Cat for the first time. The trailer, along with previously released scene images, offers a glimpse into the plot: Yani Neko, who has already lost her part-time job, takes on a role as an assistant to erotic manga artist Ochinpo Tatsuro. However, misfortune strikes when she accidentally burns his manuscript. Just at that moment, the police show up at Ochinpo Tatsuro's place.
The episode will air on July 23, 2026, at 24:30 (JST) on Tokyo MX and BS11, followed by a broadcast on AT-X on July 25. Numerous streaming platforms such as Netflix, ABEMA, d Anime Store, and many others will also offer the episode.
The anime adaptation of the manga by Nyannyan Factory (published in Kodansha's Young Magazine) started on July 2, 2026. The director is Taku Kimura (Studio Lemon) at Bibury Animation Studios, with series composition by Takashi Aoshima. Character design is handled by Riki Matsuura, and the music is composed by Keiichi Suzuki.
The main role of Yani Neko is voiced by Yuuko Natsuyoshi. Other voice actors include Misato Matsuoka as Yaku Neko, Yurie Funato as Hame Neko, and Tetsu Inada as the Landlord. The series delights with crude humor and quirky characters, quickly making a name for itself among both Japanese and international audiences.
The official trailer for the episode "Nyaa no mawari wa henjin bakari nya" ("Only Strange People Around Nyaa") has been released, showcasing the Writing Cat for the first time. The trailer, along with previously released scene images, offers a glimpse into the plot: Yani Neko, who has already lost her part-time job, takes on a role as an assistant to erotic manga artist Ochinpo Tatsuro. However, misfortune strikes when she accidentally burns his manuscript. Just at that moment, the police show up at Ochinpo Tatsuro's place.
The episode will air on July 23, 2026, at 24:30 (JST) on Tokyo MX and BS11, followed by a broadcast on AT-X on July 25. Numerous streaming platforms such as Netflix, ABEMA, d Anime Store, and many others will also offer the episode.
The anime adaptation of the manga by Nyannyan Factory (published in Kodansha's Young Magazine) started on July 2, 2026. The director is Taku Kimura (Studio Lemon) at Bibury Animation Studios, with series composition by Takashi Aoshima. Character design is handled by Riki Matsuura, and the music is composed by Keiichi Suzuki.
The main role of Yani Neko is voiced by Yuuko Natsuyoshi. Other voice actors include Misato Matsuoka as Yaku Neko, Yurie Funato as Hame Neko, and Tetsu Inada as the Landlord. The series delights with crude humor and quirky characters, quickly making a name for itself among both Japanese and international audiences.
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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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