Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend (2015)
A witty anime comedy about an otaku's quest to create the ultimate visual novel, starring an unexpectedly ordinary girl as his muse.
Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend - Series Information
- Original Title: 冴えない彼女の育てかた
- First Air Year: 2015
- Last Air Year: 2017
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 23 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 23
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: Japanese
- First Air Date: January 16, 2015 (United States - TV-14), January 16, 2015 (Canada - 14+), January 16, 2015 (Germany - 12), January 16, 2015 (Australia - M), January 16, 2015 (Brazil - 14), January 16, 2015 (Mexico - B-15), January 16, 2015 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Fuji TV
- Alternative Titles: Saenai Heroine no Sodatekata (JP), Saekano: come addestrare una ragazza noiosa (IT), 不起眼女主角培育法 (CN), How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend (FR)
- Production Companies: A-1 Pictures, Aniplex, Fuji Television Network, KADOKAWA Fujimi Shobo BC, KADOKAWA, Kyoraku Industrial Holdings, Kansai Television, dentsu, Good Smile Company, COSPA
- Production Countries: Japan
Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend - Plot
Tomoya Aki is an otaku who has a dream. His dream is to create the best visual novel game ever. The main heroine for this game and the inspiration for this dream is a background character named Megumi Kato who somehow stumbles into main character-esque traits in his eyes. To complete the game in time he has to call upon the aid of his anime loving professional friends who aren't so keen on the choice of his main heroine.
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Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
- Kiyono Yasuno
- Saori Onishi
- Ai Kayano
- Sayuri Yahagi
- Chinatsu Akasaki
- Tetsuya Kakihara
- You Taichi
- Yuma Uchida
- Houko Kuwashima
Writers
- Fumiaki Maruto
Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend - FAQs
Where can you stream Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend?
Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend is available to stream on Crunchyroll and the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, both offering the series under a subscription (flatrate) plan. Availability may vary by region, so checking JustWatch is recommended for the most current options in your area.
Is Saekano based on a light novel or manga?
Yes, Saekano is adapted from a light novel series written by Fumiaki Maruto and illustrated by Kurehito Misaki. The light novels were published under KADOKAWA's Fujimi Fantasia Bunko imprint and also inspired a manga adaptation, making it a multi-format franchise.
Who are the main voice actors in Saekano?
The principal voice cast includes Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as protagonist Aki Tomoya, Kiyono Yasuno as the titular "boring girlfriend" Megumi Kato, Saori Onishi as Eriri Spencer Sawamura, and Ai Kayano as Utaha Kasumigaoka. Sayuri Yahagi and Chinatsu Akasaki round out the central ensemble.
What is Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend about?
The series follows passionate otaku Tomoya Aki, who sets out to create the greatest visual novel ever made. Inspired by an unremarkable girl named Megumi Kato, he assembles a circle of talented friends — an artist and a writer — to bring his ambitious game project to life, blending comedy with meta commentary on anime tropes.
How many seasons and episodes does Saekano have?
Saekano ran for two main seasons: Season 1 with 12 episodes and Season 2 (subtitled ♭) with 11 episodes, plus 2 special episodes in a bonus season. The series concluded in 2017, bringing the total episode count to 23 across its main run.
Does Saekano have a satisfying ending?
Saekano's TV run concludes Season 2 on an emotionally resonant note, resolving key character arcs around the game development circle. The story receives a more definitive conclusion in the theatrical film Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend Fine (2019), which wraps up the romance and creative storylines comprehensively.
What content rating does Saekano carry?
Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for viewers under 14. The series contains ecchi humor, suggestive situations, and mature comedic themes consistent with the harem romance anime genre.
What anime series are similar to Saekano?
Fans of Saekano often enjoy The Pet Girl of Sakurasou, which similarly blends creative ambition with romantic comedy in a school setting. Other comparable series include Is This a Zombie? and Uncle from Another World, both offering a mix of comedy, otaku culture, and ensemble character dynamics.
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