I'm excited about the January 2026 premiere. I love school comedy anime, and school delinquent comedies are always entertaining. The character designs look interesting—each character in the Onna-gumi has a distinct personality that shows through in their visual design, and I'm looking forward to seeing how they interact with the other groups in the series.

The TV anime adaptation of Motoei Niizawa's manga "High School! Kyoumen-gumi" has unveiled the visuals and voice cast for the Onna-gumi, a sukeban (female delinquent) gang that will play a prominent role in the series. The reveal showcases five unique problem children who regularly leave school early and march to the beat of their own drum.

The five members of Onna-gumi - From upper left: Jako Amano, Maki Sa, Ikushige

Sandanbara; From lower left: Isuko Honba, Kayo Oba

Onna-gumi Cast Revealed

The all-female delinquent group features an impressive voice cast lineup:

Jako Amano (Leader) - voiced by M.A.O. The gang's leader, characterized by long black hair and frequently seen with a cocoa cigarette in her mouth. True to her name (which references the demon "Amanojaku"), she has a contrary personality and deliberately acts opposite to societal expectations.

Maki Sa - voiced by Kaoru Sakura

Ikushige Sandanbara - voiced by Sachiko Okada

Isuko Honba - voiced by Mari Oi

Kayo Oba - voiced by Minami Shindo

Together, these five problem children form a group of students who regularly skip class and maintain their own code of conduct separate from typical school rules.

Jako Amano, leader of Onna-gumi, with her signature cocoa cigarette (CV: M.A.O.)

M.A.O. on Playing Jako Amano

Voice actress M.A.O. shared her thoughts on the character:

"I feel that he is a truly attractive character for his cute and mischievous appearance in his powerful and cool words and actions. I hope you look forward to the broadcast and see how the members of the strange group will be involved in the fun slapstick drama that will unfold."

Her comments highlight the duality of Amano's character—someone who appears cute and mischievous on the surface but demonstrates powerful, cool actions when it matters. This contrast promises to create an entertaining dynamic as the Onna-gumi interacts with other groups in the series.

Character Design Details

Leader Amano's visual design perfectly captures her rebellious nature. Her long black hair gives her a classic sukeban appearance, while the cocoa cigarette (a candy that looks like a cigarette, popular in Japanese nostalgic snacks) adds a playful delinquent touch without crossing into actual smoking.

The name "Amanojaku" carries significant meaning—it refers to a demon in Japanese folklore known for having a contrary nature and provoking people to act against their better judgment. This perfectly encapsulates Amano's personality: someone who wants to act in opposition to societal norms and expectations.

Part of a Four-Week Character Reveal Campaign

The Onna-gumi reveal represents the third installment in a four-week consecutive character group announcement campaign that began on November 4th:

Week 1: Visuals for Nihiruda Yo (the delinquent group) from the main program were released

Week 2: Visuals for Undokai (the sports all-purpose group) from Arm-gumi were unveiled

Week 3: The current reveal of Onna-gumi (the sukeban gang)

Week 4: One more group remains to be announced

This rollout strategy builds anticipation by introducing viewers to the various factions within the school, each with their own distinct characteristics and personalities.

About High School! Kyoumen-gumi

"High School! Kyoumen-gumi" is a comedy series that depicts the chaotic daily lives of unique students at a school where unconventional members gather and form distinct groups. The title "Kyoumen-gumi" roughly translates to "strange-faced group" or "unusual group," setting the tone for the eccentric cast of characters.

The series focuses on the Kyoumen-gumi itself—a group where unconventional members congregate—and their interactions with other factions like:

• Nihiruda Yo (delinquent group)

• Undokai/Arm-gumi (sports group)

• Onna-gumi (female delinquent group)

• And at least one more group yet to be revealed

The comedy arises from the clash of personalities, values, and goals between these different groups as they navigate high school life in their own unique ways.

The Sukeban Genre

The inclusion of Onna-gumi taps into the classic "sukeban" genre—stories about female delinquent gang leaders that were particularly popular in Japanese media during the 1970s-1980s. The sukeban archetype typically features:

• Strong, independent female characters

• Gang hierarchies and loyalty

• Defiance of traditional feminine expectations

• Unique fashion styles (long skirts, modified uniforms)

• Their own code of honor

By incorporating a sukeban gang into a modern comedy setting, High School! Kyoumen-gumi pays homage to this classic genre while giving it a fresh, humorous twist.

January 2026 Premiere

The TV anime "High School! Kyoumen-gumi" is set to begin airing in January 2026. The series promises a "fun slapstick drama" as suggested by M.A.O.'s comments, indicating that while there may be delinquent posturing and gang dynamics, the tone will lean heavily into comedy rather than serious conflict.

With one more group still to be revealed in the fourth week of announcements, fans can look forward to completing the picture of all the major factions that will be competing, cooperating, and clashing throughout the series.

The Onna-gumi looks like they'll bring a fun dynamic to the series with their contrary attitudes and problem-child antics. Which member of Onna-gumi are you most interested in? Do you think they'll clash with or team up with the other delinquent groups? What kind of slapstick comedy are you hoping to see? Share your thoughts in the comments below!