Ascendance of a Bookworm is back with a concrete broadcast date—and it’s closer than it feels. The new TV anime arc, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke（本好きの下剋上 領主の養女）, begins airing in Japan on April 4, 2026. A new key visual, a full PV, and the opening theme announcement have also dropped. Here’s the exact TV schedule, what was revealed, and how to follow official updates without getting lost. 📚✨
April 2026 TV broadcast dates and time slots
The TV broadcast for Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke starts on Japanese television in early April 2026. The series is also confirmed to run for two consecutive cours, giving this arc room to breathe.
Yomiuri TV / Nippon TV nationwide network begins on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 5:30 PM (JST) (some regions excluded). TOKYO MX begins on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 9:25 PM (JST). Broadcast times may change, so it’s best to double-check close to the premiere.
New key visual and main PV have been revealed
Alongside the schedule, the production has unveiled a new key visual and a full promotional video. If you’ve been waiting to see the “Rozemyne in noble society” era in motion, this update finally shows the tone and scale fans have been hoping for.
You can find the latest videos and visuals on the official website.
Opening theme is “Pages” by Little Glee Monster
The opening theme has been confirmed as “Pages” by Little Glee Monster. It’s a fitting title for a story driven by the belief that books can change a world, even when the world pushes back.
Studio WIT leads production with familiar core staff
The new installment is based on the light novel series by Miya Kazuki (TO Books). Key staff includes director Yoshiaki Iwasaki, series composition by Mariko Kunisawa, character design by Aiko Minowa, and music by Michiru, with animation production handled by WIT STUDIO.
Main cast highlights include Yuka Iguchi as Rozemyne and Shō Hayami as Ferdinand, with additional returning characters also listed on the official site.
Early screening and AnimeJapan stage dates to know
Before the TV broadcast begins, two major Japan events are on the calendar. An early screening and cast talk is scheduled for March 8 at Shinjuku Piccadilly. There’s also an AnimeJapan 2026 stage event on March 28 (11:35–12:10) at Tokyo Big Sight’s GREEN Stage, plus booth content planned through the ytv animation area.
For booth details, check ytv animation booth information.
Official links to follow updates fast
If you want one reliable hub for announcements, use the official website. For quick alerts, the official X account is the fastest way to stay synced.
Official website
Official X (Twitter)
Call to Action: If you’re planning to watch weekly, bookmark the official site and follow the official X for any last-minute schedule changes. Then give the new PV a spin to get a feel for Rozemyne’s next chapter before April hits. 📖
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