Prepare to embark on a charming new journey as the highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of “The Daily Life of a Single 29-Year-Old Adventurer” unveils its captivating main trailer! Fans were treated to a fresh look at the series today, accompanied by exciting announcements regarding additional cast members and the talented artists performing the opening and ending theme songs.
This fantasy slice-of-life adventure is set to begin its broadcast in Japan in January 2026, with Crunchyroll confirmed to simulcast the series, bringing Hajime Shinonome’s story to a global audience.
Meet the New Voices:
The latest additions to the anime’s voice cast include:
- Olive Carmen: Voiced by Yuna Ogata
- Natalie: Voiced by Kaori Maeda
Harmonies for Your Adventure:
The musical talents bringing the series to life have also been revealed:
- The opening theme song, “Kimi ga Tomoshitekureta Hikari wo Ima” (“Now, The Light that You Lit”), will be performed by HoneyWorks feat. Hanon.
- For the closing credits, HoneyWorks feat. Kotoha will deliver the ending theme, “Kimi no Tonari wa Kuuki ga Oishii” (“The Vibes Near You are Tasty”).
From Manga Pages to the Screen:
The anime is based on Ippei Nara’s beloved fantasy manga, “The Daily Life of a Single 29-Year-Old Adventurer,” which has been serialized in Kodansha’s Bessatsu Shonen Magazine since January 2016. To date, 20 collected volumes have been published in Japan, showcasing the rich world and endearing characters that fans adore.
The Creative Team Behind the Magic:
Bringing this enchanting world to animated life is Riki Fukushima, who serves as both writer and director at animation studio HORNETS. Character designs are crafted by Yoshihiro Nagamori, while the evocative musical score is a collaborative effort by Akinari Suzuki, Johannes Nilsson, and Manami Takamoto (of Team-MAX).
An Unforgettable Story Begins:
The heartwarming premise of the series introduces Hajime Shinonome, a man who survived a tough childhood in the slums and now cherishes his peaceful life as a resident adventurer of Komai Village. His quiet days take an unexpected turn during a quest when he stumbles upon a young girl, Lirui, in a dungeon – partially consumed by even the weakest of monsters, a slime! Abandoned by her parents and left with nowhere to go, Lirui had bravely entered the dungeon to survive. Unable to leave her plight unnoticed, Hajime makes a life-changing decision: he takes Lirui back to the village to live with him, beginning a new chapter in both their lives.