Crunchyroll has officially acquired the highly anticipated romantic comedy series You Can’t Be In a Rom-Com with Your Childhood Friends!, produced by Tezuka Productions. Based on the original manga by Shinya Misu, the series will make its premiere at New York Comic Con ahead of its worldwide debut (excluding Asia) in 2026.

Watch the Official Trailer

Synopsis

Eeyuu, a high school student, is dealing with a huge problem—his two adorable childhood friends, Shio and Akari, who now attend the same high school, have grown up to be incredibly cute! While they may seem oblivious, Eeyuu struggles with keeping his feelings in check. If they ever discovered that he’s the only one viewing them in a romantic light, it would be mortifying!

But it’s not all one-sided—both girls are hiding secrets of their own. A tantalizing, complicated, and twisted love triangle ensues in this sweet-yet-impatient romantic comedy that proves one thing above all: childhood friends really are the best!

Japanese Voice Cast

• Rin Kusumi as Shio Minamo
• Sae Hiratsuka as Runa Tsukimi
• Yu Serizawa as Akari Hiodoshi

Availability

Premieres: Coming in 2026

Territories: Available worldwide (excluding Asia)

Stay tuned for more updates on Crunchyroll and don’t miss the premiere of You Can’t Be In a Rom-Com with Your Childhood Friends! at New York Comic Con.

ーOfficial Press Release