Rent-a-Girlfriend: 5th Season Officially Announced for 2026!
The wait is over for fans of the popular romantic comedy! The production team of the anime Rent-a-Girlfriend (Kanojo, Okarishimasu) has officially confirmed that the series will continue. The 5th season of Rent-a-Girlfriend is scheduled to premiere in 2026, bringing back the romantic misadventures of Kazuya Kinoshita and his rental girlfriends.
The news, announced on September 20, 2025, revealed that what was initially planned as the second cour of the 4th season was restructured to become a full season. To celebrate the announcement, a new special illustration was released, raising fan expectations.
O que este artigo aborda:
- The Official Announcement and New Illustration
- What to Expect from the Plot in the 5th Season? (No Spoilers)
- Production Team and Voice Cast
- Recapping the 4th Season
- Where to Watch Rent-a-Girlfriend?
- Anticipation for the Continuation in 2026
The Official Announcement and New Illustration
The confirmation of the 5th season came directly from the anime’s production committee. The decision to turn the second cour of the 4th season into a full new season suggests that the team plans to develop the manga’s upcoming arcs with more depth and care. The commemorative illustration, highlighting the main female characters, was shared on official social media, generating great engagement and excitement within the community.
This approach allows the story to progress more cohesively without a long break between parts, while simultaneously building anticipation for a bigger release in 2026.
What to Expect from the Plot in the 5th Season? (No Spoilers)
The 4th season of Rent-a-Girlfriend, which premiered in July 2025, focused intensely on the movie production arc, a pivotal point in the development of the relationship between Kazuya Kinoshita e Chizuru Mizuhara. By the end of the season, we saw the characters dealing with the emotional and professional consequences of their ambitious project.
The 5th season is expected to explore the following narrative lines:
- The evolution of Kazuya and Chizuru’s relationship: After their intense collaboration on the movie, their dynamic reached a new level. The new season will likely delve deeper into their conflicting feelings and the external pressure from friends and family.
- The role of the other girls: Characters like Ruka Sarashina, Mami Nanami e Sumi Sakurasawa will continue to play important roles. Their own arcs and influence on Kazuya’s life are expected to be further explored.
- New challenges: With the advancement of the original manga story by Reiji Miyajima, new challenges and misunderstandings will certainly arise, testing the bonds and decisions of the characters.
Production Team and Voice Cast
Consistency in production is one of Rent-a-Girlfriend’s strengths. The studio TMS Entertainment remains responsible for the animation. The main team that worked on previous seasons is back, ensuring the same quality and faithfulness to the original material. The main names include:
- Director: Kazuomi Koga
- Series Script and Composition: Mitsutaka Hirota
The acclaimed Japanese voice cast also returns to bring the characters to life:
- Shun Horie as Kazuya Kinoshita
- Sora Amamiya as Chizuru Mizuhara
- Aoi Yūki as Mami Nanami
- Nao Tōyama as Ruka Sarashina
- Rie Takahashi as Sumi Sakurasawa
- Yū Serizawa as Mini Yaemori
Recapping the 4th Season
The 4th season of Rent-a-Girlfriend premiered on July 1, 2025, with simulcast worldwide on Crunchyroll. The season was noted for its praised soundtrack, featuring the opening theme “Umitsuki,” performed by the trio ClariS, and the ending theme “Boku no Vega,” by the band Regal Lily.
Where to Watch Rent-a-Girlfriend?
For those who wish to start the series or rewatch episodes, all seasons of Rent-a-Girlfriend are available on Crunchyroll. The streaming platform holds global rights to the anime’s broadcast.
The story follows Kazuya Kinoshita, a 20-year-old university student who, after being dumped by his girlfriend, decides to use an app to “rent” a girlfriend. That’s how he meets the beautiful and seemingly perfect Chizuru Mizuhara. What starts as a simple business arrangement quickly becomes a complex web of lies, genuine feelings, and hilarious situations, especially when their families and friends get involved.
Anticipation for the Continuation in 2026
With the confirmation of the 5th season for 2026, fans can breathe easy knowing that Reiji Miyajima’s manga adaptation will continue. The decision to dedicate a full season to the upcoming arcs shows TMS Entertainment’s commitment to delivering a faithful and well-paced adaptation. Now, all that remains is to wait for more details, such as a specific premiere date and the first trailer, expected to be released throughout 2025.
