Girl for an hour season 5: release date of new episodes

"Rent-A-Girlfriend" has become one of the most talked-about rom-coms in the history of the anime industry. While some criticize the title, others genuinely love it, viewers are never left unmoved. Kazuya Kinoshita and Chizuru Ichinose's story is full of typical clichés, skillfully blended by the manga's author with original ideas and emotional moments. The project also features personal growth, moral messages, and interesting plot twists.

In many ways, Kanojo Okarishimasu is a story about the journey from a false relationship to true, deep, and mutual feelings that overcome obstacles and adversity. The release date for season 5 of the romantic comedy "Rent-a-Girlfriend" has already been officially announced, which undoubtedly pleases fans. All available information on this topic is collected in this article.

When will Season 5 of Girl for an Hour be released?

The sequel to "Girl for an Hour" has been officially announced for April 10, 2026.

Season 5 episodes release schedule

The table below shows the current schedule of new episodes. Season 5 has begun airing:

Please note! The schedule shows the release dates for new episodes in Japan. The Russian release will be delayed due to translation and dubbing time.

Briefly about the events of previous seasons

Kazuya Kinoshita is an ordinary student who, at the beginning of the series, is dumped by his girlfriend. In his grief, he decides to use the Renkanou agency app to hire a girl for an hour. The girl turns out to be Chizuru Ichinose, who quickly wins his heart, and he orders her again and again. A misunderstanding with the protagonists' grandmothers also occurs, forcing the young couple to pretend to be a real couple in love to avoid upsetting them. The protagonists are also forced to maintain this cover-up to their acquaintances and friends.

Chizuru's past is gradually revealed. It turns out she dreams of starring in a film and showing it to her grandmother, who is raising her. To this end, she works at Renkanou to save up the necessary funds. She fails to audition for the role, and Kazuya provides her with invaluable support, deciding to do everything he can to make a film with her himself. Mini Yaemori is a great help in this endeavor.

As the story unfolds, Kinoshita finds herself surrounded by the attention of several girls besides Chizuru. Mami Nanami, who dumped him at the beginning of the story, has long tried to sabotage Kinoshita and Chizuru's relationship. Ruka Sarasin, Ichinose's colleague and idol, brings chaos and eccentricity to their daily lives, and the shy Sumi Sakurasawa overcomes her own shyness with the protagonist's help.

Interesting Facts

Season 5 of the anime "Girlfriend for an Hour" is sure to be exciting to watch, and the premiere is coming soon. Here's some background on the franchise before the new episodes are released:

• By September 2025, the original manga's circulation had exceeded fourteen million copies.
• A visual novel based on the franchise has been released, taking place during the anime's third season.
• The fourth chicken was directed Kazuomi KogaHe was also responsible for directing the first two parts and has extensive experience in the industry. In particular, the creator worked on "Re:Zero. Life from scratch in an alternative world", Uncle's Rebirth, "Steins Gate 0", "Five Brides" and "Goblin Slayer".
• The project held a collaboration as part of the Nakano City National Festival "Rose Shinshu Nakano" in the summer of 2025 as a measure to financially support manga.
• The project received mostly negative reviews from professional critics, although some reviewers noted its occasionally powerful and emotionally charged moments and themes. The third installment received the most positive reviews, praising its storyline and character development.