Tanuki to Kitsune Franchise Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Anime

The beloved Japanese franchise Tanuki to KitsuneRaccoon Dog and Fox|Proper Noun is officially turning ten.

To mark this milestone, publisher Frontier Works announced that a new television anime series is scheduled to premiere in October 2026.

Created by artist AtamotoAtamoto|Proper Noun, the series began as a simple web manga on X in 2016.

This heartwarming slice-of-life story has captured the hearts of many, boasting over 1.3 million copies in circulation across its eleven print volumes.

The franchise is widely recognized for its healing or iyashikeihealing|Adjective nature, providing a sense of comfort to readers.

It is a true testament to the lasting appeal of these adorable animal friends.