Veteran voice actor Jun Fukuyama has been announced as a new cast member for the ongoing anime adaptation of Kuzushiro’s “A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace” (Egao no Taenai Shokuba Desu) manga, taking on the role of Masayuki Todo, the protagonist Nana Futami’s former editor. The announcement comes as the workplace comedy anime, which premiered on October 6, 2025, continues its run, adding another esteemed voice to its ensemble.
Esteemed Voice Actor Jun Fukuyama Joins the Team
Jun Fukuyama is set to portray Masayuki Todo, a character described as protagonist Nana Futami’s former editor. Fukuyama is known for his extensive career and diverse roles, including Lelouch Lamperouge in Code Geass and Koro-sensei in Assassination Classroom. His addition is expected to bring a dynamic presence to the series’ already quirky cast.
About “A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace”
“A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace” is a playful workplace comedy that delves into the often-stressful yet humorous world of manga publishing. The story centers on Nana Futami, a rookie shōjo manga artist navigating deadlines, creative blocks, and the eccentric personalities within the industry. Supported by her sharp-witted editor, Kaede Satou, and her reliable assistant, Mizuki Hazama, Nana’s daily life is anything but ordinary, often filled with “occupational illness” and wild delusions.
The anime adaptation, produced by studio Voil, captures the slice-of-life humor and behind-the-scenes antics of the manga industry.
Key Staff and Previously Announced Cast
The production team for “A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace” includes Kaoru Suzuki (My Roommate is a Cat) as director, with Mio Inoue handling series composition. Kana Miyai is responsible for character designs, and the music is composed by Kei Haneoka and Hironori Doi. Ryo Tanaka serves as the sound director.
The main cast members previously announced for the series are:
- Yūko Natsuyoshi as Nana Futami
- Sora Amamiya as Kaede Satō
- Miku Itō as Mizuki Hazama
- Yū Kobayashi as Arisa Nashida
- Eriko Matsui as Tōko Kakunodate
- Miharu Hanai as Nekonote
- Iori Saeki as Shiori Asakura
- Mamiko Noto as Ren Takizawa
- Kikuko Inoue as Wakako Tatsunami
- Saori Hayami as Yuzuki Hazama
- Sumire Uesaka as Nagomi Hayachine
Broadcast and Streaming Information
“A Mangaka’s Weirdly Wonderful Workplace” premiered on October 6, 2025, in Japan on AT-X, Tokyo MX, and BS Asahi. For international viewers, Crunchyroll is streaming the series worldwide, making it accessible to a global audience. The anime is set to have a 13-episode season, with new episodes releasing weekly. The opening theme song is “Zettai Shōsan!” by HoneyWorks featuring HaKoniwalily, and the ending theme song is “Thankful” performed by Sizuk.
Manga Origins
The anime is an adaptation of Kuzushiro’s manga series, “Egao no Taenai Shokuba Desu,” which translates to “This is a Workplace Where You Can’t Help But Smile.” The manga originated as a one-shot in Kodansha’s Kiss josei manga magazine in February 2019, before beginning serialization on Kodansha’s Comic Days manga website in May of the same year. As of September 2025, its chapters have been collected into thirteen tankōbon volumes.
