The anime adaptation of Hekiru Hikawa’s manga Hanaori‑san Wants to Have a Fight Even If She Reincarnates is officially premiering on July 11, 2026.
Titled Hanaori‑san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life, the series brings its over‑the‑top romantic comedy energy to the screen with a powerhouse production team and a stacked voice cast.
A Strong Creative Lineup Behind the Mayhem
The adaptation is handled by Liden Films, known for titles like The Heroic Legend of Arslan and Hanebado.
Key staff includes:
- Hideyo Yamamoto directing
- Yukie Sugawara handling series composition
- Yousuke Okuda designing the characters
It is a team with a strong track record in action, comedy and character‑driven storytelling.
A Cast Packed With Fan Favorites
The voice cast brings together an impressive lineup:
- Jun Fukuyama as Ryusei Narukami
- Akira Sekine as Meteor Hanaori
- Seena Hoshiki as Mako Satsuki
- Hitomi Ueda as Marika Nagamori
- Sora Tokui as Mana Kuraishi
- Nene Hieda as Nemuto Takigawa
- Rie Takahashi as Ayahime Takanashi
- Hiromi Igarashi as Eriko Asahina
- Ayasa Itō as Moe Narukami
- Yōko Hikasa as Sakura Rokudo
Each character brings their own flavor to this reincarnation‑tinged romantic comedy.
From Demon King to Shut‑In
The story follows Ryusei Narukami, a hikikomori who spends his days gambling but was once a Demon King in another world.
Opposite him is Meteor Hanaori, the former heroine who defeated him and is now living a normal high school life.
Their bizarre shared past sets the stage for a romance filled with misunderstandings, supernatural baggage and comedic clashes.
A Manga Success Story Comes to Life
The original manga began in August 2021, with its eighth volume released in September 2025.
Its blend of reincarnation comedy, romantic tension and chaotic character dynamics has made it a standout in the genre, and the anime looks ready to amplify all of that energy.
A Summer Premiere With Plenty of Punch
With a talented staff, a lively cast and a premise built on reincarnation hijinks, Hanaori‑san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life is shaping up to be one of the season’s most entertaining rom‑coms.
