by It has been announced that a new feature-length anime version of the popular anime “Is the Order a Rabbit?” (Gochiusa) will be produced. The first teaser visual, drawn by character designer Akane Yano, and staff information have also been released.
The new anime was announced on March 1, 2025, and, as a follow-up, it has now been announced that it will be produced as a feature-length film. The general director will be Hiroyuki Hashimoto; the director and scriptwriter will be Tensho; the assistant director will be Munenori Nawa; and Vibrancy Animation Studio will produce the animation.
The anime is based on a four-panel comic by Koi, currently serialized in Manga Time Kirara MAX (Houbunsha), and depicts the daily life of the protagonist, Cocoa, who works as a waitress at a cafe called Rabbit House.
The first season of the TV anime aired from April to June 2014, the second season from October to December 2015, and the third season from October to December 2020.
Original author: Koi’s comment:
I am thrilled that this work will be available to everyone as a theatrical release. I want to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has worked on the anime series so far, as well as to everyone at Vibury Animation Studios, who are producing this theatrical release. Director General Hashimoto, Director Tensho, Assistant Director Nawa, and character designer Akane Yano: I am overwhelmed every day by your creativity and passion. Like you, I look forward to seeing how it will turn out in the theatrical release.
Director General: Hiroyuki Hashimoto’s comment:
It’s been a long time, everyone, and we apologize for the wait! I am delighted that the day has finally come when we can make concrete announcements about our new work. With this being a theatrical release and the new staff, I believe everyone will be able to enjoy the world of the anime “Is the Order a Rabbit?” even more.
This time, the production is handled by Vibury Animation Studios, with Tensho as director and scriptwriter, Munenori Nawa as assistant director, and Akane Yano as animation character designer. I am now the director and am overseeing the entire project, so the experience remains as enjoyable as ever. “GochiUsa always brings us all sorts of surprises, and I hope that we can all enjoy this one together again in a big way, so please continue to support GochiUsa in the future!
Director/Scriptwriter: Tensho’s Comment:
I never imagined that the day would come when I would be the director of Is the Order a Rabbit? I am thrilled and honored to be involved in this long-loved series. I will do my best to bring out 120% of GochiUsa’s unique atmosphere, cuteness, and the characters’ charm. Please look forward to the release!
Assistant Director: Nawa Munenori’s Comment:
First of all, congratulations on the decision to make a movie! During the TV series, I could only support the series from behind the scenes, but this time I will be able to work with my drinking buddy, Director General Hashimoto, and my sworn friend, Director Tensho! And what’s more, I am overwhelmed that the movie is called Is the Order a Rabbit?! Although I am new to the series, I will do my best, so I hope you will support me.”
Character design: Comment from Yano Akane: Congratulations
on the GochiUsa movie!!! I am truly honored to be involved in this work as a character designer…! I want to enjoy every moment, just like Cocoa and the others, and draw everyone with great care. I will also do my best to come as close as possible to the transparent illustrations and cuteness of my beloved Koi-sensei! Thank you very much!!!
Cast
Cocoa: Sakura AyaneChino: Minase
InoriRize: Taneda RisaChiya : Sato
SatomiSharo: Uchida MaayaMaya: Tokui AozoraMegu: Murakawa Rie
