Kujima: Why Sing, When You Can Warble? 2026
- Status
- Ended
- First Aired
- April 9, 2026
- Last Aired
- June 25, 2026
- Format
- 1 season · 12 eps
- Total Runtime
- ~4.8 hours (24 min/ep)
- Highest Rated Episode
- S1E8 "A Drowning Man Will Clutch at a Straw" (★ 9/10)
- Network
- AT-X
- Where to Stream
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What is Kujima: Why Sing, When You Can Warble??
Kujima: Why Sing, When You Can Warble? is a 2026 animated television series that blends comedy with sci‑fi and fantasy elements.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2026
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 12
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 9, 2026
- Last aired
- Jun 25, 2026
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- AT-X
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10 from 8 votes
- Format
- 1 season · 12 episodes
- Episode runtime
- ~24 minutes
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- AT-X
Where to watch in United States
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 12 episodes and an average 24-minute runtime.
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Overview
Kujima: Why Sing, When You Can Warble? is a 2026 animated television series that blends comedy with sci‑fi and fantasy elements. Produced by Studio Hibari, the twelve‑episode adaptation aired in Japan from April to June 2026. The story follows Arata Kouda, a first‑year middle‑school student, who encounters Kujima, a peculiar, talkative being that is neither bird nor human. Their initial encounter, sparked by a small act of kindness, leads to Kujima taking temporary residence in the Kouda household. Although the creature is expected to stay only until spring, its clumsy warmth, soft cries and gentle mystery gradually become woven into the family’s daily life, forming tender, fleeting bonds. The series carries a 0+ rating, indicating suitability for all viewers, and its official page on TMDB lists it under the same genre categories. It has been made available for streaming through platforms such as YouTube TV.
Should you watch it?
“A middle-schooler befriends a mysterious, talkative creature, reshaping his family’s everyday life.”
- Charming animation from Studio Hibari
- Heartfelt story about unexpected bonds
- Blend of comedy and subtle fantasy elements
- Its gentle, slow‑burn pacing may not suit viewers seeking fast‑paced action
- Limited episode count of twelve may leave some plot threads brief
Watch it if you enjoy gentle, character‑driven tales that blend comedy with subtle fantasy.
Its soft, family‑friendly tone is suitable for all ages, though the calm pacing may not suit viewers seeking high‑energy action.
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 The First Blin You Make Will Be a Lump Mytharc Apr 9, 2026
- E2 A Crow Imitating a Cormorant Core Apr 16, 2026
- E3 No Two Birds Are Born with the Same Feather Core Apr 23, 2026
- E4 The Bird from the North Builds Its Nest on a Northern Branch Core Apr 30, 2026
- E5 Truth Comes Out of Falsehood Core May 7, 2026
- E6 First Mt. Fuji, Second Kujima, Third Eggplant Core May 14, 2026
- E7 One Bad Apple Spoils the Barrel Core May 21, 2026
- E8 A Drowning Man Will Clutch at a Straw Core May 28, 2026
- E9 Grief Isn't the Ocean, So You Can Drink It All Up Core Jun 4, 2026
- E10 Height of Prosperity Core Jun 11, 2026
- E11 Kujima: Why Sing, When You Can Warble? Mytharc Jun 18, 2026
- E12 Out of Sight, Closer to the Heart Mytharc Jun 25, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Kujima: Why Sing, When You Can Warble?
The series follows Arata Kouda, a middle‑schooler who meets Kujima, a talkative creature, and their growing bond within his household.
How many episodes does the series have?
It consists of twelve episodes that aired from April to June 2026.
Which studio produced the anime?
Studio Hibari produced the twelve‑episode adaptation.
What genres does the show combine?
It blends animation, comedy, and sci‑fi/fantasy elements.
Is the series appropriate for younger viewers?
Rated 0+, the show’s gentle tone and family‑friendly content make it suitable for all ages.
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