The TV anime “Chiikawa,” based on the manga by Nagano, will air a revival of its most popular episodes in a total of 25 episodes from October 2 to December 25, 2026.
In addition to being able to enjoy the popular series in its entirety through a new format combining broadcast TV and streaming, a new campaign called “Chikawa Chance,” where viewers can win Chikawa merchandise, will also launch on October 5.
・A total of 25 episodes will air from October 2, 2026, through December 25
・Episode 6 airs on October 2, followed by the “Nantoka Bania” arc starting October 6
・A new segment called “Chiikawa Chance” begins on “Mezamashi Janken” starting October 5
・Broadcasting of new episodes is scheduled to resume in January 2027
“Chiikawa” Anime Revival Broadcast Overview
The TV anime “Chiikawa,” currently airing on “Mezamashi TV,” will begin rebroadcasting highly popular episodes starting October 2, 2026. With a new format combining terrestrial broadcasts and streaming, viewers can enjoy the entire popular series all at once.
The reruns will air for a total of 25 episodes through December 25, and the new anime series is scheduled to resume in January 2027.
© Nagano / Chikawa Production Committee
| Program | TV Anime “Chiikawa” |
|---|---|
| Re-run | October 2, 2026 – December 25, 2026 (25 episodes total) |
| Broadcast | On “Mezamashi TV” |
| On-Demand Streaming | YouTube, TVer, FOD (Available for one week after broadcast) |
| New Anime Series | Scheduled to Resume Broadcasting in January 2027 |
| New Project | Chiikawa Chance (Starting October 5, 2026) |
| Official Website | “Chiikawa” Anime Official Website |
| Official X | @anime_chiikawa |
“Chiikawa” Anime Revival Broadcast Schedule
Episode 6 will air on October 2, and the “Nantoka Bania” arc (3 episodes total) will begin on October 6.
October 2: Episode 6 “Friends/Dorayaki”
The first day of the rerun broadcast features Episode 6, “Friends/Dorayaki.” A one-week limited catch-up stream will be available starting at 8:00 a.m. that same day on YouTube, FOD, and TVer.
October 6 Onward: “Nantoka Bania” Arc (3 Episodes Total)
Episode 21 will air on October 6, and Episode 22 will air on October 9. Furthermore, starting at 8:00 a.m. on October 9, all three episodes—Episodes 21 through 23—will be available for streaming together.
© Nagano / Chikawa Production Committee
| October 6 | Episode 21 Airs Available for catch-up streaming for one week starting at 8:00 a.m. the same day on YouTube, FOD, and TVer |
|---|---|
| October 9 | Episode 22 Airs Available for catch-up streaming for one week starting at 8:00 a.m. the same day on YouTube, FOD, and TVer |
| October 9, starting at 8:00 a.m. | All 3 episodes (Episodes 21–23) will be available in a bundle on YouTube, FOD, and TVer for one week only |
“Chiikawa” Anime Revival Broadcast Catch-Up Streaming
Each episode of the revival broadcast will be available for catch-up streaming for one week after the broadcast ends on the Mezamashi TV official YouTube channel , TVer, and FOD for one week only. Whether you’re thinking, “I want to watch that episode again,” or you missed the broadcast, there’s something for everyone.
*Check each streaming site for details on the broadcast schedule
*Broadcast dates and times are subject to change
“Chiikawa Chance,” a new feature for the “Chiikawa” anime
Starting October 5, 2026, “Chiikawa Chance”—a new feature where viewers can win Chiikawa merchandise—will debut on “Mezamashi TV’s” popular segment, “Mezamashi Janken.”
Each month, Chikawa merchandise will be given away via a random drawing among those who enter the segment, and the prizes will change monthly.
| Start Date | October 5, 2026– |
|---|---|
| Segment | “Mezamashi TV” “Mezamashi Rock-Paper-Scissors” |
| Prizes | Chiikawa merchandise (monthly drawing; contents vary by month) |
Frequently Asked Questions About the Chikawa Anime Revival Broadcasts
When do the Chikawa anime revival broadcasts run?
Scheduled to run from October 2, 2026, to December 25, 2026, for a total of 25 episodes. Episode 6, “Friends/Dorayaki,” will air on the first day.
When will the new anime series resume?
The new anime series is scheduled to resume in January 2027.
Will there be catch-up streaming?
After each broadcast, episodes will be available for catch-up streaming on YouTube, TVer, and FOD for one week only. Starting at 8:00 AM on October 9, all three episodes of the “Nantoka Bania” arc (Episodes 21–23) will be available for streaming at once.
What is “Chiikawa Chance”?
A new segment debuting on October 5, 2026, on “Mezamashi TV”’s “Mezamashi Janken.” Each month, Chiikawa merchandise will be awarded via a random drawing from among those who apply for the segment, with the prize changing monthly.
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