The anime adaptation of the popular manga Rent-A-Girlfriend (Kanojo, Okarishimasu) has officially been confirmed for another season. Earlier this year, the series released its fourth season, which was initially planned to be split into two parts separated by a break. However, the production team decided to release the second half as a standalone fifth season instead. Fans can look forward to its premiere in 2026, as reported by Anime News Network.
The original manga, created by Reiji Miyajima, began serialization in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine back in July 2017. Over the years, it has grown into one of the publisher’s most recognizable romantic comedies. The series already has 42 collected volumes, with sales surpassing 14 million copies worldwide. It also inspired a spin-off manga, further expanding its universe and character dynamics.
The anime adaptation, animated by TMS Entertainment, has steadily gained international popularity since the debut of its first season in 2020. The studio followed up with second and third seasons in 2022 and 2023, respectively, building
As the fandom grows, many viewers enjoy collecting themed merchandise to show their support. For example, custom anime mouse pads have become a popular way for fans to bring their favorite series into everyday life.
