29-Year-Old Adventurer Anime Announced

Teaser visual

The fantasy manga The Daily Life of a 29-Year-Old Single Mid-Level Adventurer is getting a TV anime adaptation. Makoto Furukawa will voice the protagonist, Hajime Shinonome, while Sayumi Suzushiro will play Lilui, a young girl taken in by Hajime. A teaser PV and key visual have also been released.

Many stills from the teaser PV have also been released

The original manga by Ippei Nara is currently serialized in Bessatsu Shonen Magazine (Kodansha). The story follows the chaotic adventures and daily life of Hajime, a seasoned adventurer from the slums, and the innocent Lilui, who becomes his companion. Volume 19 is set to be released on May 9.

Shinonome Hajime (CV: Furukawa Shin)

Hajime, voiced by Makoto Furukawa, is an adventurer born in the slums who has been risking his life on quests since childhood. Now, he lives a laid-back life in Komai Village. Lilui, voiced by Sayumi Suzushiro, is a strong-willed girl who was abandoned by her parents and nearly eaten by a slime before being rescued by Hajime.

Lilui (CV: Suzushiro Sayumi)

The anime is directed and written by Toshiki Fukushima, known for Tamayomi, with character designs by Yoshihiro Nagamori, who worked on BAYBLADE X. Animation is produced by HORNETS, the studio behind The Villainess of the 7th Loop Enjoys a Free and Easy Life as a Bride in a Former Enemy Country.

The teaser PV features in-progress animation footage, including scenes of Lilui bravely facing off against monsters and Hajime watching over her. It also showcases Komai Village, where they live. The teaser visual depicts Hajime and Lilui setting off on an adventure together, evoking a father-and-child-like bond.

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TV anime “The Daily Life of a 29-Year-Old Single Mid-Level Adventurer” teaser PV

Full comments from the cast and staff have been released. An illustration celebrating the anime adaptation by the original creator, Ippei Nara, has also been unveiled.

[Makoto Furukawa (voice of Hajime Shinonome)]

I’m Makoto Furukawa, and I voice Hajime. As the title suggests, this series portrays the colorful everyday lives of the characters, mainly focusing on Hajime and Lilui. But “everyday life” comes in many forms—there are fun and funny moments, times of serious struggle, and even tension. While it’s set in a world a bit removed from our own, the characters live their lives—stumbling, getting back up, and moving forward. That’s what I find so compelling about this story. I really hope many people will give it a watch!

[Sayumi Suzushiro (voice of Lilui)]

I’m Sayumi Suzushiro, and I’ll be voicing Lilui! When I first read the original manga, I was touched by how gentle and heartwarming it was. Every character was so charming, and I found myself watching over them like I was part of Komai Village—I genuinely wanted to join their world.

Lilui is a bit of a tomboy but very sincere. And… she actually has a special trait you’ll discover! Please look out for her interactions with Hajime, who may seem awkward but is incredibly kind. I hope you’ll feel the warmth and kindness of everyone in Komai Village. Thank you for your support!

[Toshiki Fukushima (Director/Series Composition)]

This story offers both laughs and heartfelt moments in a relaxed setting. The characters are all unique and full of personality. I’m working on this anime together with the cast and crew while enjoying the world Nara-sensei has created. I hope you enjoy it—thank you!

[Yoshihiro Nagamori (Main Character Designer)]

It was both challenging and rewarding to bring to life the evolving characters from the original story. I hope you’ll enjoy this world that’s full of energy, cuteness, cheerfulness, and sometimes a bit of sharp coolness—all in a laid-back and fun atmosphere.

[Ippei Nara (Original Author)]