RuriDragon TV Anime Announced! Kyoto Animation Production Revealed on Ruri's Birthday
At the end of 2025, the Japanese anime industry received major news! The popular manga "RuriDragon" from Weekly Shonen Jump has officially announced that a TV anime adaptation will be produced by Kyoto Animation (KyoAni). This news was unveiled on December 28th, the birthday of the protagonist Ruri Aoki, instantly igniting a frenzy on social media.
Kyoto Animation's Mysterious Countdown Reveals Jump Collaboration
On December 26th, Kyoto Animation's official X account unexpectedly started a mysterious countdown. At 18:00 on December 28th, the official account uploaded a video of a clock with its hands pointing to 19:00. The "Jump Pirate" logo from Weekly Shonen Jump appeared in the frame, sparking heated discussions about "KyoAni producing a Jump work."
A Double Surprise for Ruri Aoki's Birthday
At 17:00 that same afternoon, the official X account for RuriDragon posted a birthday celebration illustration and teased: "We still have a gift for everyone."
At 19:00 in the evening, the mystery was solved on Kyoto Animation's official YouTube channel. A special program looked back at 2025's Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: The Lonely Dragon and CITY THE ANIMATION, and looked ahead to 2026's new works Sound! Euphonium: Final Movement and 20th Century Electricity Catalog.
At the end of the video, the Jump Pirate logo appeared, officially announcing—the decision to produce a TV anime adaptation of "RuriDragon" by Kyoto Animation!
Teaser Video Perfectly Recreates Manga Cover
The teaser video showcased a dynamic version of Ruri Aoki drawn by Kyoto Animation. In the scene, Ruri turns around after being tapped on the shoulder, revealing a surprised expression, perfectly recreating the cover of the original manga's first volume. This also marks Kyoto Animation's return to producing an anime with a "dragon" theme since Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid.
Introduction to the Original Work "RuriDragon"
RuriDragon is created by manga artist Masaoki Shindo. The story follows high school girl Ruri Aoki, who one day wakes up to find horns growing on her head. Her mother confesses: "Actually, your father is a dragon."
The work delicately depicts how Ruri balances her "ordinary daily life" with her "dragon constitution," gaining immense popularity with its healing school-life style. It is currently serialized in the digital edition of Weekly Shonen Jump and on Shonen Jump+, with the tankobon volumes released up to Volume 4.
Broadcast Time and Future Information
The official statement indicates the broadcast time is "still a long way off." Considering Kyoto Animation's meticulous production quality and the already scheduled major new works for 2026, fans are generally willing to wait patiently. For subsequent information on the production staff and voice cast, please follow official announcements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: When will the "RuriDragon" anime air? A: The official statement says the broadcast time is "still a long way off," and a specific date has not been announced.
Q: What famous works has Kyoto Animation produced? A: Representative works include Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid, Sound! Euphonium, Violet Evergarden, and others.
Q: What kind of work is "RuriDragon"? A: It is a manga that combines a "dragon constitution" setting with a healing school-life daily routine, featuring a laid-back and comforting style.