Exciting News for Romance Anime Fans!
The official website for the upcoming TV anime adaptation of Araragi Ayune‘s beloved manga, Isshiki-san wa Koi wo Shiritai. (also known as Fullmetal Rinna wants to XX), dropped some major updates this Saturday. Along with a charming teaser visual, the core creative team behind the project was finally unveiled, setting the stage for this highly anticipated romantic comedy.
This reveal has definitely sparked conversations among fans who have been following the manga’s journey. The teaser visual gives us a first glimpse at the anime’s aesthetic, promising a series that will bring the quirky love story to life.
Meet the Creative Team
The anime has assembled a solid group of seasoned professionals to handle the adaptation. Here’s a quick look at the main staff who will be shaping the series:
| Role | Staff Member | Notable Previous Work |
|---|---|---|
| Director | Komai Kazuya | Episode Director for A-Channel |
| Series Composition | Akao Deko | Komi-san wa, Comyushou desu. |
| Character Design | Hamaguchi Shouhei | Glamorous Heroes |
| Animation Production | Sakura Create | – |
With this mix of talent, especially Akao Deko’s experience in adapting popular school comedies, expectations are high for a faithful and entertaining take on the source material.
A Bit About the Manga’s Journey
The story behind the manga is as interesting as the plot itself. Originally, Araragi Ayune serialized the romantic comedy under the title Rinna Keibu wa Iki ga Dekinai in Comic REX magazine, where it ran from October 2016 to December 2017.
After a hiatus, the series found a new home! It was relaunched in Monthly Shounen Ace magazine in December 2020 with its current title, Isshiki-san wa Koi wo Shiritai.. The manga has been steadily building its fanbase, with publisher Kadokawa releasing the ninth volume as recently as October 2025.
Source: Comic Natalie
