The highly anticipated sixth episode of the “Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle” anime has been officially delayed, pushing its broadcast to December 2, 2025. The episode was originally slated to air on November 11, 2025. This postponement is attributed to production reasons, with the aim of maintaining the quality of the series.
The anime adaptation, which premiered its first cour on October 7, 2025, has been streaming on platforms like Crunchyroll, Ani-One Asia YouTube channel, and Bilibili, with new episodes typically releasing on Tuesdays.
Production Delays Aim to Maintain Anime Quality
Anime production delays are not uncommon in the industry, often occurring to ensure the highest possible animation quality and to prevent issues arising from tight schedules. The decision to delay episode 6 of “Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle” underscores the production committee’s commitment to delivering a polished viewing experience for fans. The production studio for the anime is feel.
This particular delay, moving the episode from November 11 to December 2, allows the animation team additional time for various production stages, including animation, coloring, and final checks.
“Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle” Series Overview
“Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle,” also known as “Chitose-kun wa Ramune Bin no Naka,” is based on a popular light novel series written by Hiromu and illustrated by raemz. The light novels began publication in June 2019 under Shogakukan’s Gagaga Bunko imprint. Yen Press publishes both the light novel and its manga adaptation in English.
Plot and Characters
The story centers on Saku Chitose, an incredibly popular and charismatic student at Fujishi High School, known for being the most prestigious school in Fukui Prefecture. Despite his reputation, Saku is occasionally slandered online by those envious of his social standing. The narrative follows Saku and his group of friends, dubbed “Team Chitose,” as they navigate high school life and assist other students with their problems. A significant plot point involves Saku being asked to help a shut-in classmate, Kenta Yamazaki, return to school.
Anime Production Details
The anime television series adaptation was announced on August 9, 2024, and is directed by Yuji Tokuno. Naruhisa Arakawa handles the series composition and scriptwriting alongside Hiromu, with Sumie Kinoshita responsible for character designs. The music is composed by Yoshiaki Fujisawa. The anime is planned for a split-cour broadcast, indicating that its 24-episode season will be divided into two distinct broadcast periods.
The opening theme song for the first cour is “Liar” performed by Kucci, while the ending theme song is “Kagero” by Cidergirl.
Fan Expectations and Continued Schedule
Fans will need to adjust their viewing schedules, with episode 5 airing as planned on November 4, and episode 6 now set for December 2. The anime’s ongoing season is expected to have at least 24 episodes across two cours. The series has garnered attention for its blend of school romance, comedy, and drama, alongside appealing animation.
