The upcoming slice-of-life anime The Food Diary of Miss Maid has released its second promotional video, giving fans another look at the cheerful series before its April debut. The new trailer features the ending theme song “Shiawase Flavor” (Happiness Flavor) performed by the girl group ARCANA PROJECT.
The 30-second video showcases more scenes of main character Suzume Tachibana exploring Japanese food culture, from sweet treats to savory street snacks. The ending theme plays throughout, matching the lighthearted tone of the series with its upbeat melody and positive lyrics about finding happiness in everyday meals.
What to Expect From The Food Diary of Miss Maid
The anime follows Suzume Tachibana, a maid-in-training who finds herself staying in Japan for one year. Instead of focusing on drama or conflict, the story centers on her food experiences across the country. She tries everything from taiyaki (fish-shaped cakes filled with sweet red bean) and melon bread to takoyaki (octopus balls) and onigiri (rice balls).
The series comes from the manga by Susumu Maeya, which started on Kodansha’s Comic Days website in December 2019. The digital manga is still ongoing, with five compiled volumes released so far. Kodansha USA publishes the English digital version, describing it as a story where food takes center stage in everyday life.
Cast and Creative Team Behind the Series
Kana Ichinose voices Suzume Tachibana. She is known for roles like Suletta Mercury in Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury and Fern in Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.
The supporting cast includes:
- Chihiro Sunou as Ricotta Fresca
- Maki Kawase as Nana Komatsu
- Shizuka Ishigami as Sora Endō
- Hiromi Igarashi as Anzu Shingetsu
- Daisuke Sakuma (from the idol group Snow Man) as Chun, a sparrow mascot character who explains food trivia
Ryousuke Senbo directs the series at animation studios EMT Squared and Magic Bus. He previously worked on Yōkai Watch and Scraggy and Mimikyu. Natsuko Takahashi and Saeka Fujimoto handle the series scripts, Chiaki Abe designs the characters, and Katsutoshi Kitagawa from ROUND TABLE composes the music.
Theme Songs and Music Details
The second PV confirms ARCANA PROJECT performs the ending theme “Shiawase Flavor.” The group consists of five members known for their bright, pop-style music. The song’s title directly connects to the show’s theme of finding happiness through food.
The opening theme is “Ribbon” by singer-songwriter majiko. Her track plays during the first promotional video released in January 2026. Both theme songs match the series’ gentle, everyday mood.
Release Schedule and Where to Watch
The anime’s first episode streams in advance on April 1, 2026 at 12:00 a.m. JST on Japanese platforms including d Anime Store, ABEMA, U-NEXT, and Anime Hōdai.
The television broadcast begins on April 5, 2026 on Tokyo MX at 10:00 p.m. JST (9:00 a.m. EDT) and on BS Asahi at 11:00 p.m. JST. The show will also air on YTV starting April 6 and on AT-X beginning April 7. Starting with the second episode, streaming will happen simultaneously with the TV broadcast.
The series had an early screening of the first three episodes on February 20, 2026 at the Animate Theater in Tokyo, giving attendees a preview before the official debut.
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Story Background and Manga Source
The original manga follows a simple but effective formula: Suzume Tachibana, an English-style maid, spends her year in Japan exploring food culture. Each chapter focuses on different Japanese dishes, with Chun the sparrow providing context about the food’s history, preparation, or cultural significance.
Kodansha USA Publishing describes the premise as: “What’s a maid to do when she finds herself suddenly stuck in Japan for a year? Eat, of course! Follow maid-in-training Suzume Tachibana as she tries all sorts of Japanese food, from sweets like taiyaki and melon bread to savory snacks like takoyaki and onigiri!”
The fifth manga volume came out in November 2025, and the series continues to release new chapters digitally through Kodansha’s Comic Days platform.
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