Shun Numa’s popular manga series, Super Psychic Policeman Chojo (Chōjun! Chōjō Senpai), is officially receiving a television anime adaptation slated for release in 2026. The announcement, revealed in the digital 46th issue of Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine on Monday, October 12, 2025, included a teaser visual and details regarding the main production staff.
Production Details Revealed for Super Psychic Policeman Chojo Anime
The upcoming anime will be brought to life by Arvo Animation, with Junichi Yamamoto at the helm as director. Yamamoto is known for his work on titles such as Why Raeliana Ended Up at the Duke’s Mansion and Maebashi Witches. Hayashi Mori, recognized for supervising and writing scripts for series like Sand Land: The Series and Cells at Work! Code Black, will handle the series scripts and supervision. Character designs will be managed by Masakatsu Sasaki, whose previous works include 16bit Sensation: Another Layer and Seiyu’s Life!. A celebratory illustration by manga author Shun Numa was also released to commemorate the anime announcement.
Diving into the World of Super Psychic Policeman Chojo
Super Psychic Policeman Chojo is a buddy cop comedy manga with elements of sci-fi and the supernatural, written and illustrated by Shun Numa. The story centers on the eccentric partnership between rookie police officer Nao Ippongi and her senior partner, Meguru Chojo.
The Unlikely Duo: Meguru Chojo and Nao Ippongi
Meguru Chojo possesses extraordinary psychic abilities, powers far beyond human comprehension. Despite his immense power, Chojo is known for his lazy and self-centered personality, often using his psychic gifts for anything but actual police work. His unconventional methods and demeanor initially make him unpopular at the West Chinjuku Police Station.
His partner, Nao Ippongi, is a judo expert and a determined rookie assigned to the same station. Together, this hilarious duo navigates the bustling streets of Chinjuku, a city that never sleeps, working to keep the peace, solve crimes, and manage the city’s quirky inhabitants through their unique blend of psychic powers and traditional policing. Their dynamic, an odd-couple pairing, forms the comedic core of the series, with Ippongi often having to contend with Chojo’s peculiar approach to crime-fighting.
Manga’s Publication Journey and Critical Reception
The Super Psychic Policeman Chojo manga initially debuted as a one-shot story in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine in April 2023. It later began its full serialization in the same magazine in February 2024 and concluded its run in June 2025. The series has been collected into eight tankōbon volumes as of September 2025.
Internationally, Viz Media and Shueisha’s MANGA Plus service have been publishing chapters of Super Psychic Policeman Chojo simultaneously with its Japanese release, making it accessible to a global audience.
Despite its relatively short serialization period—ending after approximately a year with 65 chapters—the manga garnered significant attention. Critics have praised the series for its compelling characters and engaging story, though some noted its tendency to be “over the top”. Notably, Jujutsu Kaisen creator Gege Akutami recommended the series. The manga also received recognition at the Next Manga Awards, ranking sixth in the print category in 2024 and improving to third place in the 2025 edition. The decision to greenlight an anime adaptation for a series that concluded its run in Weekly Shonen Jump highlights its enduring popularity and potential.
