Kirio Fan Club Anime Casts Yōko Hikasa, Yui Kanari, Yū Serizawa

The romantic comedy anime Kirio Fan Club has announced three exciting new additions to its growing voice cast. Veteran voice actress Yōko Hikasa, along with Yui Kanari and Yū Serizawa, will join the series ahead of its upcoming eighth episode, bringing fresh characters and new comedic moments to the fan-favorite school romance.

According to the latest announcement, Yōko Hikasa will voice Kirio (Elementary School Version), offering fans a glimpse into the younger days of the mysterious and beloved Kirio. Meanwhile, Yui Kanari has been cast as Nozomi, while Yū Serizawa will portray Yua, two characters expected to make their appearance in Episode 8 and shake up the dynamic of the story.

Fans of anime voice acting will instantly recognize Yōko Hikasa for her memorable performances in series like K-On!, where she voiced Mio Akiyama, and The Eminence in Shadow. Likewise, Yū Serizawa is well known for her energetic performances in titles such as Rent-A-Girlfriend and How Not to Summon a Demon Lord, making her addition an exciting development for viewers.

Based on the manga by Ponchan Chikyū no Osakana, Kirio Fan Club follows high school girls Aimi and Nami, whose shared obsession with their quiet crush, Kirio, leads to hilarious misunderstandings, fantasies, and emotional moments. Since its Spring 2026 debut, the anime has built attention for its quirky humor and relatable school-life comedy.

With Episode 8 approaching, the introduction of these new characters could add more chaos, comedy, and emotional twists to the already entertaining story. Fans will be eager to see how the younger Kirio and the newly introduced characters influence the fan club’s ongoing antics.