Anime Adaptation Announced for 'Okiraku Ryoushu'

The upcoming anime adaptation of the popular light novel series, Okiraku Ryoushu no Tanoshii Ryouji Bouei, is set to premiere on Prime Video on January 7, 2026. This series, originally serialized on the website 'Shousetsuka ni Narou', has garnered over 300 million page views as of August 2025. It has also achieved significant recognition, securing the top spot in the 'Piccoma BEST OF 2025' manga category.

The anime tells the story of Van, an 8-year-old protagonist who uses his so-called 'useless' production magic to transform a nameless village into a fortified city. Yuno Nagao, a 9-year-old actor, shares insights into Van's character. Nagao describes the series as "exciting and captivating."

Tran Duy crafted a wooden statue of Van Panamera Arte, capturing the essence of the anime's magical world.

Duy expressed his excitement about the anime, stating, "It was a special and moving experience to see the scenes I imagined come to life with sound and light."

For more on Yuno Nagao's comments, watch the full video here. To see the creation process of Tran Duy's sculpture, view the video here. Tran Duy's work can also be explored on his YouTube channel.

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Source: PR Times via 株式会社博報堂DYミュージック＆ピクチャーズ