The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Yuya Sakamoto’s heartwarming fantasy manga, The Demon King’s Daughter Is Too Kind!! (Maō no Musume wa Yasashi Sugiru!!), is officially slated to premiere in January 2026. This announcement comes alongside the release of new character-focused trailers, offering fans a glimpse into the charming world and its beloved cast.
Unveiling the World of Dou, Ahriman, and Jahi
The upcoming television anime promises to bring to life the unique premise of a demon realm utterly disarmed by an impossibly kind protagonist. The newly released trailers highlight the core trio central to the story’s comedic and heartwarming conflicts.
Dou: The Epitome of Kindness
At the heart of the narrative is Dou, the titular daughter of the formidable Demon King Ahriman. Despite her lineage, Dou possesses an overwhelming kindness that can soothe even the most heinous demons, violent monsters, human slaves, and even angels—her kind’s sworn enemies. Her gentle nature is so profound that it often thwarts her father’s ambitions for conquest, keeping him preoccupied with her well-being. Misaki Kuno lends her voice to the benevolent Dou, bringing the character’s pure heart to life.
Ahriman: The Doting Demon King
Once a merciless ruler intent on conquest, Demon King Ahriman finds his world turned upside down by his daughter’s boundless compassion. His attempts to guide Dou towards a more “demonic” path are constantly undermined by his own inability to resist her charm, often leading him to praise her good deeds rather than scold them. Akio Otsuka voices Ahriman, portraying the demon lord’s struggle between his nature and his paternal affection.
Jahi: The Beleaguered Aide
Tasked with the seemingly impossible mission of molding Dou into a proper, fearsome demon is Ahriman’s loyal aide, Jahi. Jahi orchestrates various trials designed to instill malice in Dou, yet these efforts invariably backfire, only deepening Dou’s inherent kindness and inadvertently spreading ripples of positivity throughout their harsh world. Ayaka Ohashi takes on the role of Jahi, capturing the exasperation and underlying affection for Dou. The anime’s narrator is voiced by Shigeru Chiba.
Production Details and Creative Team
The anime adaptation is being produced by studio EMT Squared, known for works such as Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear and Beast Tamer. Helming the project is director Masahiko Ota, with Takashi Aoshima overseeing the series composition. This duo has a strong history of collaboration on comedy anime, including Minami-ke and Yuruyuri – Happy Go Lily. Character designs are handled by Yuki Nakano, and the music is composed by Yasuhiro Misawa.
The Original Manga’s Enduring Appeal
The Demon King’s Daughter Is Too Kind!! manga, penned and illustrated by Yuya Sakamoto, began its serialization on Hakusensha’s Manga Park service in May 2019. The series has garnered a dedicated following for its unique blend of fantasy, comedy, and slice-of-life elements, focusing on the unexpected power of kindness in a world that expects cruelty. The manga initially ran from 2019 to 2021 before returning in 2023 due to strong fan reception, with six compiled volumes published as of June 2025. Fans can anticipate seeing Dou’s heartwarming journey and her indelible impact on the demon realm unfold on screen starting in January 2026.
