The summer anime season brings another chapter of the popular romance series as Perfect Addiction Episode 9 arrives this week. The show, which started airing on July 8, 2026, has been releasing new episodes every Wednesday. Fans of the series can mark their calendars for September 2, 2026, when the ninth episode becomes available.
The anime, based on the manga by Kaoruko Miyama, follows the complicated relationship between two college students. Yohei Azakami voices Akihito Kuji, while Soma Saito plays Sae Takatsuki. The show has gained attention for its exploration of attraction, identity, and emotional barriers.
Episode 9 Release Time Across Major Regions
Perfect Addiction Episode 9 premieres on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. The broadcast time in Japan is set for 11:25 PM JST. For international viewers, here is the release schedule across different time zones:
- Japan (JST): Wednesday, September 2 at 11:25 PM
- United States (ET): Wednesday, September 2 at 10:25 AM
- United States (PT): Wednesday, September 2 at 7:25 AM
- United Kingdom (GMT/BST): Wednesday, September 2 at 3:25 PM
- India (IST): Wednesday, September 2 at 7:55 PM
- Australia (AEST): Thursday, September 3 at 12:25 AM
The raw version and the subtitled version both become available at the same time. Each episode runs for approximately 6 minutes.
Where to Watch Perfect Addiction Episode 9
Official Streaming Platforms
Perfect Addiction streams officially on Ani-One Asia and Aniverse. Ani-One Asia secured the licensing rights for the series in June 2026. Viewers in South and Southeast Asia can access the show through the Ani-One Asia YouTube channel.
The series is also available on Ani-One Asia’s YouTube channel and Baha. For viewers in Taiwan, the show airs through MOD with Chinese subtitles.
Availability by Region
Current streaming availability remains limited to specific platforms. According to streaming trackers, Perfect Addiction is not available on major services like Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Crunchyroll, Max, or Paramount+ as of now. The show’s distribution is primarily through Ani-One Asia and Aniverse.
Viewers should check their regional Ani-One Asia channels for the most accurate availability. Licensing for anime often varies by country, so what streams in one region may not be available in another.
Story So Far: What Happened Before Episode 9
The Central Conflict
Perfect Addiction centers on Akihito, a college student who enjoys pursuing attractive women. He finds Sae irritating because of his beautiful appearance and distant attitude. At a group date, Akihito discovers that the girl he was interested in only had eyes for Sae, which pushes his frustration to its peak.
Episode 8 Recap
In Episode 8, the tension between the two main characters continued to build. After their argument near the hotel district, Sae completely ignored Akihito. Akihito even asked friends to help him talk to Sae, but Sae kept running away. A friend’s observation – that Akihito actually wanted to make amends with someone – made Akihito realize his own feelings for the first time. This moment marked a turning point for Akihito as he began to understand his emotions toward Sae.
Episode 9 Expectations
Episode 9 continues from this emotional breakthrough. The series has been exploring how Akihito breaks through Sae’s mental barriers. The story follows their complicated journey as they both face their insecurities and test their boundaries. The show examines attraction, power dynamics, and the path toward self-acceptance.
The anime adaptation is a “light anime” format, which uses manga and webtoon素材 with added motion, sound effects, and voice acting. This style gives the series a unique visual presentation compared to traditional animation.
Cast and Production
The main voice cast includes:
- Yohei Azakami as Akihito Kuji
- Soma Saito as Sae Takatsuki
The series is directed by Akashi Uozumi with Izumi Teshima as head writer. The original manga is created by Kaoruko Miyama. Production is handled by Imagica Infos and Imageworks Studio. The ending theme song is titled “ADDICTED,” performed by the voice actors of the two lead characters.
The show premiered on July 8, 2026, as part of the Summer 2026 anime season. The series is currently ongoing with an unspecified total number of episodes. New episodes air every Wednesday.
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How to Watch Outside Asia
For viewers outside Ani-One Asia’s coverage region, options remain limited. The show is not currently available on major global streaming platforms. Fans may need to check if Ani-One Asia’s content is accessible through VPN services or look for regional licensing announcements.
Some platforms offer free trials that could be used to access the content. Crunchyroll provides a free ad-supported tier for some shows. However, Perfect Addiction is not confirmed to be on Crunchyroll at this time.
Viewers should keep checking official sources for any new streaming announcements. As the series gains popularity, more platforms may pick up the license for different regions.
Also Read: Perfect Addiction Episode 8 Release Date, Time and Streaming Guide
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