by The stop-motion TV anime “Candy Caries,” directed by Tomoki Misato and produced by WIT STUDIO’s stop-motion studio TORUKU, has revealed the scene images and synopsis for Episode 18, “No Entry.” A preview video for the following episode has also been released, featuring the collaboration character IC: CHU, created in partnership with theme-song artist IS: SUE.
The series continues to attract attention for its unusual premise, colorful characters, and distinctive stop-motion animation. “Candy Caries” follows Ame, a girl who loves sweets, and Caries, a mischievous cavity living inside Ame’s mouth. Their strange but entertaining daily life combines cute visuals with chaotic comedy.
Episode 18 ‘No Entry’ Preview
Episode 18 is titled “No Entry.”
In the new episode, Ame and her friends head out to enjoy a food tour. However, their excitement quickly disappears when they are refused entry to a high-class restaurant.
The rejection leaves Ame and the others disappointed. Seeing her friends feeling down, Caries comes up with a plan to cheer them up.
As always, Caries’ ideas are unlikely to go exactly as planned.
The newly released scene images give viewers a glimpse of the characters as they deal with the unexpected situation. Although the premise sounds simple, “Candy Caries” often turns ordinary everyday situations into exaggerated adventures through its unusual characters and playful visual style.
The episode is scheduled to air and stream on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
What Is ‘Candy Caries’ About?
“Candy Caries” is an original stop-motion anime created by Tomoki Misato, the director known for “PUI PUI MOLCAR.”
The series began as a short animation released on YouTube in 2021. The original short introduced Caries as a cavity living inside a girl’s mouth and attracted international attention for its unusual concept and tactile animation style. WIT STUDIO later expanded the idea into a television series.
The TV anime centers on Ame, a child who loves sweets, and Caries, the cavity that lives inside her mouth.
Caries calls Ame “Mama” and behaves as though Ame’s mouth is her own personal home. She even turns Ame’s teeth into furniture and can take control of Ame’s body whenever she wants.
Ame, understandably, is constantly frustrated by her unusual roommate.
The official story describes their relationship as a kind of unconventional parent-child comedy, with Ame repeatedly being dragged into Caries’ chaotic plans.
A Cute World With an Unusual Concept
One of the biggest attractions of “Candy Caries” is its visual identity.
Rather than using conventional 2D animation, the series is produced using stop-motion techniques and distinctive materials such as plastic board and acrylic.
According to WIT STUDIO, this creates a look that is flat like an illustration while also appearing thick and three-dimensional. The result is a colorful, “plump and glossy” appearance that makes the characters look almost like physical stickers or small handcrafted objects.
That handmade quality is particularly important because it gives the series a different atmosphere from most seasonal TV anime.
Every movement has a tactile quality, while the unusual shapes and bright colors make even ordinary scenes visually memorable.
Episode 18 Takes the Characters Outside Their Usual Environment
The food-tour storyline is also interesting because it takes Ame and her friends into a situation that is familiar to many viewers: wanting to enjoy a special restaurant but being turned away.
Instead of simply ending the story with disappointment, Caries decides to intervene.
This is where the show’s trademark comedy is expected to come into play.
Caries is not exactly the kind of character who conventionally solves problems. Her ideas usually create even more chaos, which is precisely what makes her relationship with Ame entertaining.
For viewers who are new to the series, Episode 18 could be a good example of the show’s basic formula:
ordinary situation → unexpected problem → Caries’ unusual solution → chaos.
The Series Has Already Reached an International Audience
“Candy Caries” has attracted attention beyond Japan even before its television debut.
The original short animation was released online in 2021, and the project later expanded into a full TV series. The anime was also selected for the TV Films competition at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, one of the world’s best-known animation festivals.
Annecy lists the series as a Japanese TV production using puppets and cut-out techniques, with Tomoki Misato serving as director.
This international recognition highlights how stop-motion anime can reach audiences beyond traditional anime fans.
Tomoki Misato Brings His Stop-Motion Expertise
Director Tomoki Misato is particularly well known for his work on “PUI PUI MOLCAR.”
His animation style often combines cute characters with surprisingly chaotic situations.
“Candy Caries” continues that creative approach but uses a completely different setting.
Instead of guinea pigs transformed into cars, the series takes place around a girl and the cavity living inside her mouth.
WIT STUDIO’s TORUKU handles the animation production. The studio was established as a stop-motion production facility, allowing WIT STUDIO to explore a different type of animation from its conventional TV and theatrical projects.
This makes “Candy Caries” an interesting project not only for viewers but also for people interested in how modern stop-motion animation is produced.
IC: CHU Appears in the Next Episode Preview
Alongside the Episode 18 information, the production team has also released a preview video for the following episode.
The preview features IC: CHU, a collaboration character connected to IS: SUE, the artist behind the anime’s theme song.
This collaboration adds another layer to the series’ colorful promotional campaign and gives fans another reason to look forward to the next episode.
The official website confirms that the anime’s theme song is “Telepathy” by IS: SUE, released through UNIVERSAL SIGMA/LAPONE GIRLS.
‘Candy Caries’ Is Available to Watch Online
For viewers who want to catch up with the series, “Candy Caries” is also available through online streaming services.
The official website states that new episodes are released on YouTube every Wednesday at 1:00 a.m. after the television broadcast, with free streaming available for every episode. The series is also distributed through services including ABEMA, DMM TV, d Anime Store, Hulu, Prime Video, U-NEXT and TVer, among others.
That makes the series relatively easy for new viewers to sample without having to commit to a long-running anime.
Main Characters of ‘CanCarriesies’
The series features a small but colorful cast of characters.
Ame
Ame is a sweets-loving girl and the central character of the story. Her peaceful daily life is constantly disrupted by the mischievous Caries living inside her mouth.
Caries
Caries is the chaotic star of the series. She loves sweets and calls Ame “Mama.” She treats Ame’s teeth as furniture and is always looking for new ways to have fun.
Mikan
Mikan is Ame’s friend. She is a glasses-wearing girl who enjoys being the center of attention and uses her father’s smartphone for selfies and streaming.
Harold
Harold is Caries’ boyfriend. He lives in a fountain as a medaka fish and calls Caries “Honey.” Despite his somewhat unreliable personality, he is very fond of her.
The combination of these characters creates the strange but charming world that defines the series.
Why ‘Candy Caries’ Stands Out Among 2026 Anime
There are many anime released every season, but “Candy Caries” is difficult to mistake for anything else.
Its greatest strength is its combination of:
- Stop-motion animation
- Handcrafted visual textures
- Cute and unusual character designs
- Short, easy-to-watch episodes
- Slapstick comedy
- An unconventional setting
- A creator known for distinctive stop-motion work
The result is a series that can appeal to viewers who normally watch anime as well as people interested in animation techniques.
Its short episode format also makes it easy to watch between longer series.
Final Thoughts
The newly released “Candy Caries” Episode 18 synopsis and scene images promise another colorful and chaotic adventure for Ame, Ca, and their friends.
The story begins with a simple food tour, but being refused entry to a high-class restaurant quickly changes the mood. Caries’ attempt to cheer everyone up is likely to turn the situation into another memorable comedy.
Meanwhile, the preview for the next episode introduces IC: CHU, continuing the collaboration with IS: SUE and giving fans another glimpse of what is coming next.
With its distinctive stop-motion animation, playful characters and international recognition, “Candy Caries” continues to establish its own unique identity in the 2026 anime lineup.
For anyone looking for a short, colorful,l and unconventional anime, this unusual story about a sweets-loving girl and the cavity living inside her mouth is certainly worth checking out.
