Yoshinori Kobayashi's legendary gag manga Obocchama-kun is making a triumphant return to television screens. Titled Obocchama-kun REBORN, the brand-new anime adaptation is officially scheduled to premiere across TV Asahi networks in 2027. Arriving just in time to celebrate the franchise's 40th anniversary, the project promises to bring back the chaotic humor of the Showa and Heisei eras for a modern audience.
Originally launched in Monthly CoroCoro Comic in 1986, the series follows Chamama Gobou—heir to the ultra-wealthy Gobou Financial Group—whose unimaginable fortune and absurd antics continually subvert ordinary society. The original 1989 anime adaptation became a massive cultural phenomenon across Japan, introducing the unique slang 'Chamago' into schoolyards nationwide and earning the 34th Shogakukan Manga Award. The new REBORN project was jump-started following an unexpected explosion in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic in India, leading to an international collaboration spearheaded by TV Asahi, Green Gold Animation, and Shin-Ei Animation.
Cast and Production Details
Fans of the original run can rejoice as Chie Koujiro is officially confirmed to reprise her career-defining role as Chamama Gobou. Reflecting on her return to the recording booth, Koujiro expressed immense excitement, noting that her decades of experience allowed for an even deeper collaboration with the production staff. Original creator Yoshinori Kobayashi praised her enduring vocal prowess, remarking that her energy remains utterly unmatched.
Alongside the casting confirmation, producers revealed a teaser visual and a promotional video. The footage showcases the chaotic charm of the series, featuring iconic imagery like Chamama's turtle transport squad and plenty of classic 'Chamago' greetings. The series will adapt unadapted source material alongside fresh, original storylines personally supervised by Kobayashi.
Staff and Broadcast Information
Production is handled by Green Gold Animation, with production cooperation from Shin-Ei Animation and Sony Pictures Networks India. As the legendary gag icon prepares to make his grand comeback in 2027, Obocchama-kun REBORN stands ready to introduce a timeless brand of pure, unadulterated comedy to a brand-new generation.
