New 'Bikkuriman' Anime Announced for Fall 2023

Avex Pictures opened an official website for a new Bikkuriman anime on Monday, revealing the main staff, a teaser visual (pictured), and teaser promo. The new anime, titled Bikkurimen, will premiere in Fall 2023.

The anime was originally announced by confectionery manufacturer Lotte on Saturday, revealing original character designs by Shaman King manga creator Hiroyuki Takei. Bikkurimen will feature a completely original story.

Staff
Original Work: Lotte
Director: Tomohiro Tsukimisato (Ueno-san wa Bukiyou)
Series Composition: Yuniko Ayana (Flip Flappers)
Original Character Design: Hiroyuki Takei
Character Design: Ayano Oowada (Yes ka No ka Hanbun ka)
Music: Yasuhiro Misawa (Gabriel DropOut)
Production: Shin-Ei Animation
Studio: Lesprit

The original Bikkuriman anime debuted in 1987, which was followed by four television anime between 1989 and 2007. The franchise also inspired two anime movies in 1988.

Teaser PV


Official site: https://anime-bikkuri-men.jp/
Official Twitter: @animebikkurimen

Source: Anime! Anime!

Bikkurimen on MAL