The TV anime “Kaya-chan Isn’t Scary,” created by Yuritaro, is set to premiere on TV Tokyo and other networks in Japan in January 2026. Alongside the announcement, additional cast members, a new key visual, and a promotional commercial have been released.
CM (15sec.):
Key Visual:

ADDITIONAL CAST:
Yuki Kaji as Namu
Fukushi Ochiai as Mobuo
Azusa Tadokoro as Akira-sensei
Shiori Izawa as Chihiro-sensei
CAST:
Azusa Tachibana as Kaya-chan
Maaya Uchida as Chie-sensei
STAFF:
Director: Hiroshi Ikehata
Series Composition: Shigeru Murakoshi
Character Design: Tarou Yamada, Hiroyuki Moriguchi
Sound Director: Yukio Nagasaki
Music: KOHTA YAMAMOTO, Shun Narita
Animation Production: EAST FISH STUDIO
The story centers on Kaya, a well-known troublemaker in her kindergarten class, and her teacher, Chie, who has been asked to keep a close eye on her. One day, Kaya unexpectedly pushes her friend off the swing. While it appears to be a cruel act, it turns out that Kaya possesses a secret ability to see spirits.
Source: Comic Natalie
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