The highly anticipated TV anime, Nohara Hiroshi Hiru Meshi no Ryuugi, is set to premiere in the October 2025 anime season!
This series is an official spin-off of the beloved national manga, Crayon Shin-chan. It began its serialization in Futabasha’s “Monthly Manga Town” in December 2015 and is currently running on “Manga Crayon Shin-chan.com”. With over 800,000 copies in circulation (print/digital) and more than 4.4 million cumulative page views (as of 2024), it’s truly a noteworthy title that fans have been eager to see animated.
Here’s a glimpse of what’s coming:
TV Anime Nohara Hiroshi Hiru Meshi no Ryuugi on ABEMA.
TV Anime Nohara Hiroshi Hiru Meshi no Ryuugi Key Visual (C) Usui Yoshito・Tsukahara Youichi／”Nohara Hiroshi Hiru Meshi no Ryuugi” Production Committee
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Actor Takasugi Mahiro, a big fan of Shin-chan, appears in the anime Nohara Hiroshi Hiru Meshi no Ryuugi
Actor Takasugi Mahiro, a big fan of Shin-chan, appears in the anime Nohara Hiroshi Hiru Meshi no Ryuugi
Table of Contents
- About the Series
- Broadcast & Streaming Information
- Cast (Voice Actors) & Staff Information
- Characters & Their Voice Actors
- Theme Song Information
- Related Videos
- Original Work Information
About the Series
This anime shines a spotlight on Nohara Hiroshi, the hardworking salaryman father from Crayon Shin-chan, exploring a side of him not typically depicted in the main series. It focuses on his brief, cherished moments of respite: lunchtime. With a limited budget and even more limited time, Hiroshi meticulously seeks out the perfect lunch, showcasing his unique “ryuugi” or “way of lunch.” Beyond simply enjoying delicious meals and providing food reviews, the series delves into various culinary trivia and recipes. It also tackles relatable everyday struggles of a working professional, such as the dilemma of treating a junior colleague, finding quick meals between sales calls, or even grumbling about one’s boss. This relatable portrayal of working life has garnered significant popularity and empathy, especially among men and women in their 20s and 30s.
Broadcast & Streaming Information
Broadcast Information
The series will be broadcast on BS Asahi starting October 3, 2025 (Friday).
Every Friday at 23:00 JST.
Streaming Information (Including Free Streaming)
Available for advance streaming on ABEMA and Anime Times starting October 3, 2025 (Friday).
Also available on:
- Anime Crayon Shin-chan Official Channel
- Anime Houdai
- FOD
- Crayon Shin-chan Buriburi Club
- Shin-Ei Animation Channel
- TVer
- d Anime Store
- DMM TV
- Nico Nico Live Broadcast / Nico Nico Channel
- Bandai Channel
- Hulu
- Flat Douga
- Prime Video
- U-NEXT
- Rakuten TV
- R Channel
- Lemino
- TELASA (Unlimited Plan)
- J:COM STREAM SVOD
- milplus Unlimited Pack Prime
- TELASA (Rental)
- J:COM STREAM TVOD
- milplus
- HAPPY! Douga
Cast (Voice Actors) & Staff Information
Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Director | Nishiyama Tsukasa |
| Series Composition | Mori Hayashi |
| Script | Mori Hayashi, Moraru |
| Character Design | Yamawaki Koutarou |
| Music | Tada Akifumi |
| Original Work (Character Original) | Usui Yoshito |
| Original Work (Manga) | Tsukahara Youichi |
| Original Work (Publisher) | Futabasha |
| Production | Shin-Ei Animation |
| Animation Production | DLE |
Cast (Voice Actors)
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Nohara Hiroshi | Morikawa Toshiyuki |
| Kawaguchi | Masumoto Takuya |
| Yotsusugi Haruka | Ichinose Kana |
| Takagiri Akitake | Takasugi Mahiro |
Characters & Their Voice Actors
Let’s get to know the interesting characters who will bring this culinary journey to life!
Nohara Hiroshi: Morikawa Toshiyuki
A 35-year-old salaryman dedicated to his family. He serves as a section chief in the Second Sales Department at Futaba Corporation. Hiroshi is truly a “lunch professional,” always finding the optimal meal by considering his physical condition and wallet for the day.
Kawaguchi: Masumoto Takuya
A junior colleague in the Second Sales Department. He admires his senior, Hiroshi, but also possesses a cunning side, often ordering more expensive items when they share lunch!
Yotsusugi Haruka: Ichinose Kana
A university student working part-time at a restaurant. She’s a bit self-conscious and mistakenly believes that Hiroshi, who frequently visits the restaurant for lunch, is interested in her. Ironically, Hiroshi doesn’t even remember her face.
Takagiri Akitake: Takasugi Mahiro
A 22-year-old with a refreshing smile and exceptional talent. He manages a gourmet social media account with 4,000 followers, making him quite the food influencer!
Theme Song Information
Get ready to hum along to these catchy tunes that perfectly complement Hiroshi’s lunchtime adventures!
Opening Theme (OP): “Gohan Tabe Yo” by Mega Shinnosuke
Ending Theme (ED): “Kyou no Gohan wa Nandarona” by Sabashisutaa
Related Videos
Original Work Information
Discover the original manga that inspired this delightful anime!
Manga Artist: Tsukahara Youichi
★ Volumes 1 through 14 are currently available!
(C) Usui Yoshito・Tsukahara Youichi／”Nohara Hiroshi Hiru Meshi no Ryuugi” Production Committee
(C) Usui Yoshito・Tsukahara Youichi／Futabasha
