Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san? anime delayed to January 2027. See new staff, cast, and details on the school comedy manga adaptation.
The upcoming anime adaptation of Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san? (Jirai nandesu ka? Chihara-san), based on Ryon’s popular school comedy manga, has officially been postponed to January 2027, placing it in the Winter anime season. A new promotional image accompanied the announcement, confirming the production team, cast, and updated release window.
Table of Contents
- What Is Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san?
- When Is the Anime Releasing
- Who Is Making the Anime
- Who Is in the Cast
- What Is the Original Manga
- What Is the Story About
What Is Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san?
Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san? is a school comedy manga that explores the gap between appearance and reality. The term “landmine girl” refers to someone who looks intimidating or emotionally volatile, yet hides unexpected charm beneath the surface. The series blends humor, awkwardness, and gentle character development.
When Is the Anime Releasing
The anime has been delayed to January 2027, joining the Winter anime lineup. The announcement was made alongside a new promotional image and trailer.
Who Is Making the Anime
The adaptation is produced by Synergy SP, known for expressive character animation and comedic timing.
Key staff include:
- Director: Yasuaki Fujii
- Episode director for Teasing Master Takagi-san, Too Cute Crisis, Aikatsu!
- Script: Keiichirō Ōchi
- Known for Aikatsu!, Summer Pockets, The Quintessential Quintuplets
- Character Design: Majiro
- Known for Macross Delta, UniteUp!
- Music: Arisa Okehazama
- Known for Jujutsu Kaisen and Digimon Beatbreak
Who Is in the Cast
The main cast features:
- Sayumi Suzushiro as Mai Chihara
- Kazuki Ura as Kuroki
- Maaya Uchida as Chinatsu Iwakura
- Tomokazu Sugita as Hibiya
- Daisuke Ono as Kazam
What Is the Original Manga
The manga began publication in June 2021 and quickly gained attention for its blend of comedy, awkward romance, and character-driven storytelling. It is serialized in Comic Newtype, published by Kadokawa.
What Is the Story About
The story follows Mai Chihara, a student with a striking appearance: doll-like skin, red eyes, red lips, and a perpetually gloomy expression. Rumors paint her as dangerous, but when Kuroki, an ordinary boy, ends up sitting next to her, he discovers that Chihara is nothing like the gossip suggests.
Key story elements include:
- A misunderstood girl with a “landmine” aesthetic
- A boy who slowly discovers her true personality
- Unexpected traits such as clumsiness, absent-mindedness, and a love for cats and gyoza
- A gentle school comedy focused on perception versus reality
The series explores how first impressions can be misleading and how small moments can reshape relationships.