Voice actress Yū Serizawa has been officially cast as Akari Hiodoshi in the upcoming anime adaptation of “Osananajimi to wa LoveCom ni Naranai” (“It’s Not Possible To Be In a Romantic Comedy With a Childhood Friend”), set to premiere in 2026. This announcement reveals a key role for Serizawa in the highly anticipated romantic comedy series.
Akari Hiodoshi: Eiyū’s Tsundere Gyaru Childhood Friend
Yū Serizawa will lend her voice to Akari Hiodoshi, a significant character in the romantic comedy. Akari is depicted as Eiyū’s tsundere and gyaru (gal) childhood friend, who previously had a quieter personality. This casting adds another prominent role to Serizawa’s diverse portfolio, known for characters like Mirei Minami in PriPara and Shera L. Greenwood in How Not to Summon a Demon Lord.
Anime Adaptation and Production Details
The anime series is based on the manga of the same name by Shinya Misu, which began serialization on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket website in March 2022. Tezuka Productions is handling the animation, with the series slated for a 2026 broadcast. The story centers on high school student Eiyū and his complicated relationships with his two childhood friends, Shio and Akari, as he begins to view them in a more romantic light.
Additional Castings and Series Overview
Prior to Serizawa’s announcement, Rin Kusumi was revealed as the voice of Shio Minamo, another of Eiyū’s childhood friends. Shio is described as having a carefree personality and being popular at school. The production committee has been steadily releasing teaser visuals and cast information as the 2026 premiere approaches, building anticipation for this sweet, impatient, and twisted love triangle romantic comedy.
