Food anime are always so comforting to watch—the combination of delicious-looking dishes and warm atmosphere creates a relaxing viewing experience. A maid trying Japanese food is a cute premise; Suzume exploring everything from taiyaki to takoyaki offers both comedy and cultural appreciation. The winter visual looks adorable—seeing her enjoy a "Chunman" captures the series' wholesome food enjoyment perfectly. Food tours through anime are great cultural experiences; learning about Japanese cuisine through Suzume's discoveries makes it educational and entertaining.

The official website and accounts for The Food Diary of Miss Maid anime announced today an April 2026 broadcast and unveiled a winter holiday visual featuring Suzume enjoying a "Chunman."

The Food Diary of Miss Maid Winter Holiday Visual

Production Staff

Director: Ryosuke Senbo (Yokai Watch!)

Animation Studios: EMT Squared and Magic Bus

Series Composition: Natsuko Takahashi (Anne Shirley) and Saeka Fujimoto

Character Design: Chiaki Abe

Music: Katsutoshi Kitagawa (Buddy Daddies)

About the Series

Kodansha USA publishes an official English version of Susumu Maeya's original manga.

The Story

What's a maid to do when she finds herself suddenly stuck in Japan for a year? Eat, of course! Follow maid-in-training Suzume Tachibana as she tries all sorts of Japanese food, from sweets like taiyaki and melon bread to savory snacks like takoyaki and onigiri! Be warned, though—while Suzume sates her appetite through delicious treat after delicious treat, she might just end up whetting yours!

Premiere Information

Date: April 2026

Are you excited for this food anime? Which Japanese food do you want to see featured? Do you watch anime while eating? Will you read the manga first? Share your thoughts in the comments below!