Kizuguchi to Hōtai Manga Gets Anime Adaptation: Romantic Comedy from J.C. Staff Coming in 2027
Kizuguchi to Hōtai (Wound and Bandage) manga series has officially received a TV anime adaptation. According to Anime News Network, the production will be handled by J.C. Staff and is scheduled for release in January 2027. The series is a romantic comedy that follows the sweet and funny relationship between a yakuza boss's daughter and her caretaker.
The manga is written and illustrated by Umihoshi Nanai. First serialized in 2021 on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ platform, Kizuguchi to Hōtai quickly built a fanbase, especially due to the chemistry between the characters and its engaging story. Mangaka Umihoshi Nanai had previously drawn attention with their one-shot works.
The studio producing the anime, J.C. Staff, is known for beloved works such as One Punch Man (Season 2), A Certain Magical Index, Toradora!, and The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. The studio's experience in the romantic comedy genre is very promising for this adaptation. Anime fans are eagerly awaiting J.C. Staff’s character-focused storytelling and fluid animation.
The announcement of this adaptation is big news, especially for those interested in yakuza-themed romantic comedies. The manga is still being serialized on Shonen Jump+ and is available to read on digital platforms. While the voice cast and director for the anime have not yet been announced, more details are expected to be shared in the coming months. If you are following the series, get ready to see it on your screens at the beginning of 2027!
