Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! Gets Anime Adaptation

Rafael Shinzo
My name is Rafael Alves, known as Rafael Shinzo. I created AnimeNew in 2009 with the mission of providing coverage of anime, manga, and games straight from the...

On X's social media (Official Twitter), we learned that the light novel " Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf! " ( Nihon e Youkoso Elf-san ) has been adapted into an anime . Additionally, fans can see the first teaser and image from the anime.

Announcement

The anime adaptation is being produced by studio ZERO-G ( Grand Blue, Tenkuu Shinpan ). However, the premiere date and release schedule have not yet been revealed.

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Synopsis:

Since Kazuhiro Kitase's childhood, he has been captivated by visions of a realm of wonder. As a 25-year-old salaryman, he immerses himself in this fantastical universe alongside his inseparable elf friend, Marie. However, a tragic encounter with a dragon takes their lives. Surprisingly, they awaken in their home in Japan, only to discover a peculiar phenomenon: every time they fall asleep or perish in the fantasy world, they return to Japan. Thus, they have the opportunity to revisit this magical universe through sleep. Switching between realities, Kazuhiro helps Marie adapt to modern Japanese life and accompanies them on challenging journeys through the fantasy realm. Over time, they also guide others back to Japan, in a thrilling saga of discovery and adventure.

Announcement

The manga *Welcome to Japan, Ms. Elf!*, written by Makishima Suzuki and illustrated by Yappen, began its online serialization in 2017 on the novel publishing website, Shōsetsuka ni Narō. Hobby Japan acquired the work and released the first volume in August 2018 under its HJ Novels imprint. They released a total of nine volumes until October 2023. Additionally, a manga , with art by Shimo Aono, was made available on Hobby Japan's Comic Fire website starting in December 2018.

Source: X (official twitter)

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My name is Rafael Alves, known as Rafael Shinzo. I created AnimeNew in 2009 with the mission of providing coverage of anime, manga, and games straight from Japan.