The romantic comedy anime Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life is heading toward its season finale, and episode 11 is set to deliver major story developments. The series follows Ryusei Narukami, a former Demon King reborn as a shut-in NEET, and Meteor Hanaori, the Hero who once defeated him, now a high school girl. Their bizarre cohabitation has turned into an unexpected romance, and episode 11 will continue the chaos that began with the arrival of Princess Runeberg. Here is everything you need to know about the release, streaming times, and what to expect.
Episode 11 Release Date and Streaming Platform
Episode 11 of Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life is scheduled to release on Sunday, September 20, 2026. The episode will first air in Japan on ABC TV and TV Asahi as part of the Animazing!!! block at 26:00 JST, which is effectively 2:00 a.m. JST on September 21 for international audiences.
For worldwide viewers, Crunchyroll is the primary streaming platform, offering both subtitled and same-day English dubbed versions. The English dub cast includes Kelly Greenshield as Meteor and Mauricio Ortiz-Segura as Ryusei. Aniplus Asia also airs a simulcast for viewers in Southeast Asia.
Exact Streaming Times for Global Audiences
Here are the exact release times for episode 11 across major regions and time zones. These times are based on the Japanese broadcast schedule and Crunchyroll’s simulcast pattern. Note that daylight saving time may affect some regions.
- USA (Eastern Time) / Canada (Eastern Time) / New York / Toronto: Sunday, September 20 at 1:00 p.m. EDT
- USA (Central Time) / Canada (Central Time) / Chicago / Mexico City: Sunday, September 20 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
- USA (Pacific Time) / Canada (Pacific Time) / Los Angeles / Vancouver: Sunday, September 20 at 10:00 a.m. PDT
- United Kingdom / Portugal / Ghana / Ireland: Sunday, September 20 at 6:00 p.m. BST
- Central Europe / Spain / Italy / Poland / France / Germany / Netherlands: Sunday, September 20 at 7:00 p.m. CEST
- Japan / South Korea: Monday, September 21 at 2:00 a.m. JST / KST
- Australia (Eastern Time) / Sydney / Melbourne: Monday, September 21 at 3:00 a.m. AEST
- India / Sri Lanka: Sunday, September 20 at 10:30 p.m. IST
- Brazil / Argentina / Chile: Sunday, September 20 at 2:00 p.m. BRT / 2:00 p.m. ART / 1:00 p.m. CLT
- South Africa: Sunday, September 20 at 7:00 p.m. SAST
What Happened in Episode 10: Recap of Triangle of Sadness
Episode 10, titled “Triangle of Sadness,” aired on September 13, 2026, and introduced a major new character from Ryusei’s past life. A mage named Ara Amō from Earth 13 attempted to reconstruct the world through dimensional fusion. During this crisis, Airu Tsumugina—also known as Princess Runeberg, the princess Ryusei served in his previous life—descended into the present world with cheat-level abilities.
Airu quickly defeated the mage and then shared a peaceful coffee moment with Ryusei, reminiscing about old times. Witnessing this intimate reunion left Meteor Hanaori visibly shaken. The episode ended with Airu making a surprising proposal to Ryusei, setting up the emotional conflict for episode 11.
What to Expect in Episode 11 and Its Impact on the Story
Episode 11 will continue the fallout from Airu’s arrival and her mysterious proposal. The love triangle between Ryusei, Meteor, and Airu is now at the center of the story. Meteor’s reaction to Ryusei’s past connection with Airu will drive much of the episode’s emotional tension.
The episode is positioned as the penultimate chapter of the season, meaning it will likely resolve the dimensional fusion crisis while deepening the romantic stakes. Viewers can expect the series’ signature mix of comedy, action, and romantic misunderstandings that has defined the season. The episode will set the stage for the finale, where Ryusei will have to confront his feelings for both women.
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Unique Facts About Hanaori-san Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life
The anime is based on a manga by Hekiru Hikawa, who also created the comedy series Pani Poni. Hikawa launched the Hanaori-san manga in Kodansha’s Morning Two magazine in August 2021. Seven Seas Entertainment licensed the manga for English release, with the first omnibus volume shipping in October 2026.
The anime is produced by LIDEN FILMS, with Hideyo Yamamoto as director and Yukie Sugawara handling series composition. The Japanese voice cast features Jun Fukuyama as Ryusei and Akira Sekine as Meteor. The series premiered on July 11, 2026, and has a total of 12 episodes.
A notable detail is the title itself. The Japanese title “Hanaori-san wa Tensei Shite mo Kenka ga Shitai” translates literally to “Hanaori-san wants to fight even after reincarnation,” which captures the core premise of the former Hero and Demon King continuing their rivalry in a modern setting. The English title softens this slightly to Still Wants to Fight in the Next Life, but the competitive spirit remains central to the story.
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