The Demon King's Daughter Is Too Kind!! Manga Gets TV Anime in 2026

Misaki Kuno, Ayaka Ōhashi, Akio Ōtsuka star in anime from Yuruyuri/Nokotan team

Here's some heartwarming news for fans of wholesome comedy! Hakusensha announced on Friday that Yūya Sakamoto's The Demon King's Daughter Is Too Kind!! (Maō no Musume wa Yasashi Sugiru!!) manga is getting a television anime adaptation set to premiere in 2026. The announcement comes with a teaser promotional video that showcases the main cast and reveals the stellar creative team behind this upcoming series.

A Heartwarming Twist on the Demon Lord Formula

The story centers around Doux, the impossibly kind-hearted daughter of Ahriman, a once-merciless demon lord who gave up his life of conquest to focus on being a father. Despite the best efforts of Ahriman and his loyal aide Jahi to teach Doux proper demon behavior, she consistently melts the hearts of everyone she encounters – whether they're demons, monsters, or humans.

It's a charming premise that flips the typical "evil demon lord" trope on its head, focusing instead on family dynamics and the power of kindness. The concept of a reformed demon king struggling with parenthood while his daughter spreads joy wherever she goes has all the ingredients for both comedy gold and genuine emotional moments.

Star-Studded Voice Cast

The anime has assembled an impressive voice cast that should bring these characters to life perfectly:

Misaki Kuno takes on the role of Doux, the titular kind-hearted demon princess. Kuno's experience with energetic and endearing characters makes her an excellent choice for this role.

Ayaka Ōhashi voices Jahi, Ahriman's close aide who helps in the futile attempt to teach Doux proper demon behavior. Ōhashi's versatility should serve her well in this supporting role.

Akio Ōtsuka brings his legendary voice acting skills to Ahriman, the reformed demon king. Ōtsuka's deep, commanding voice will be perfect for a character trying to balance his fearsome past with his new role as a caring father.

Shigeru Chiba rounds out the announcement as the series narrator, adding another veteran voice actor to an already strong cast.

Dream Team Behind the Scenes

What makes this announcement particularly exciting is the creative team involved. Masahiko Ōta is directing the anime at EMT Squared, with Takashi Aoshima handling series composition. This duo has an incredible track record together, having collaborated on beloved comedy series including Yuruyuri - Happy Go Lily, Gabriel DropOut, Himouto! Umaruchan, and more recently My Deer Friend Nokotan.

Their extensive collaboration history in the comedy genre practically guarantees that The Demon King's Daughter Is Too Kind!! will be in capable hands. These two know how to balance humor with heart, which seems perfect for this particular story.

Yūki Nakano is handling character design, bringing experience from series like Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear and I'm Quitting Heroing. Yasuhiro Misawa will compose the music, rounding out a production team with solid credentials.

About the Source Material

The Demon King's Daughter Is Too Kind!! originally launched in Hakusensha's Manga Park app back in May 2019 before moving to Hakusensha's Young Animal Web site. The series has built a steady following over its six-year run, with Hakusensha publishing the fifth compiled volume in August 2024 and the sixth volume scheduled for June 27, 2025.

The longevity of the manga and its consistent publication schedule suggest it has found its audience and maintained quality storytelling throughout its run – always a good sign for an anime adaptation.

Why This Could Be Something Special

Family-focused comedies in anime have a special charm, and when you add the fantasy element of demons trying to be evil but failing because of overwhelming kindness, you get something that could really resonate with audiences. The premise allows for both situational comedy and character development, while the family dynamics provide emotional grounding.

The involvement of the Ōta-Aoshima team is particularly promising. Their work on series like Yuruyuri shows they understand how to create comedy that feels genuine rather than forced, while their recent success with My Deer Friend Nokotan proves they can handle more unconventional premises.

Looking Ahead to 2026

While we don't have a specific season for the 2026 premiere yet, having a full year to anticipate this adaptation gives fans plenty of time to check out the source material. The combination of an experienced creative team, talented voice actors, and a premise that perfectly balances comedy with heart makes this one of the more promising announcements in recent memory.

For fans of wholesome comedy anime, especially those who enjoyed series like Gabriel DropOut or Himouto! Umaruchan, The Demon King's Daughter Is Too Kind!! should definitely be on your watchlist for 2026.

Are you familiar with the manga? What do you think about this creative team tackling another comedy series? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

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