A Girl & Her Guard Dog
| Industry | Publishing |
|---|---|
| Founded | December 13, 1909 |
| Headquarters | Tokyo , Japan |
is a manga series from Japan created by Hatsuharu, which has been featured in Kodansha's shōjo publication Bessatsu Friend since December 2018. As of September 2023, the series comprises nine compiled volumes. The anime adaptation, produced by Project No.9, was broadcast between September and December 2023. Additionally, a live-action movie adaptation is planned for release in March 2025.
Synopsis
Isaku Senagaki, the granddaughter of a third-generation Senagaki yakuza leader, strives to maintain an ordinary high school existence after abandoning her feelings for Keiya Utō, who secretly enrolls at her school disguised as a student.
Characters
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- Isaku is the granddaughter of a yakuza boss, characterized by her introverted and reserved nature, serious demeanor, and her affection for Keiya.
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- A prominent member of the Senagaki yakuza responsible for safeguarding Isaku; his protective instincts often border on excessive.
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- A rebellious youth and grandson of Tasuke's brother, taken under his grandfather’s care; he attends the same school as Isaku and Keiya.
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- Once a hostess at a Senagaki yakuza establishment, she shares a history with Keiya.
Manga
Hatsuharu both writes and illustrates A Girl & Her Guard Dog, which debuted in Kodansha's Bessatsu Friend magazine on December 13, 2018. The manga entered a hiatus in March 2023 due to the author’s health concerns. The first volume was published on April 12, 2019, and by September 2023, nine volumes had been released.
Kodansha USA secured the rights for English digital distribution in November 2020.
Anime
The announcement of an anime television adaptation came on October 10, 2022. Project No.9 handled production with Yoshihiro Takamoto directing. The scriptwriting was overseen by Aya Satsuki, character designs crafted by Yukiko Ban, and music composed by Tsubasa Ito. The series aired from September 29 through December 22, 2023, across Tokyo MX and other networks. The opening song features Masayoshi Ōishi, while the ending theme "Magie×Magie" is performed by Akari Kitō. Outside Asia, Crunchyroll holds streaming rights; Medialink manages distribution in South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Oceania (excluding Australia and New Zealand), streaming via their Ani-One Asia YouTube channel.
Episodes
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Live-action adaptation
On May 16, 2024, a live-action film adaptation was officially announced, with production led by Toho Studios and direction by . The screenplay was crafted by , while Yurika Koike took on the role of producer. Distribution responsibilities were managed by Toho. The movie made its debut on March 14, 2025.<ref>SixTones contributed the theme song .<ref>
Reception
Caitlin Moore from Anime News Network criticized the anime adaptation, labeling it "a rather unattractive series" due to irregularities in character animation and multiple errors.<ref>
Further reading
- https://friday.kodansha.co.jp/article/85045 - An article discussing the growing acclaim of the manga お嬢と番犬くん, emphasizing its distinctive blend of yakuza elements and romance, published by Kodansha on January 8, 2020 (Japanese).
External links
- Official manga website (Japanese)
- Official anime website (Japanese)
- Anime News Network entry
- ↑ "Dai Ichi-wa "Haru to Hajimari" 2023.9.28 yori Junji Hōsō｜Anime "Ojō to Banken-kun" Kōshiki Saito" 第一話「春とはじまり」2023.9.28より順次放送｜アニメ「お嬢と番犬くん」公式サイト [Episode 1 "Spring and Beginnings" broadcasting sequentially from September 28, 2023｜Anime "A Girl & Her Guard Dog" Official Website]. ojoutobankenkun.com (in 日本語). Archived from the original on October 6, 2023. Retrieved September 29, 2023.
- ↑ "Watch A Girl & Her Guard Dog". Crunchyroll. Archived from the original on February 5, 2024. Retrieved September 29, 2023.
- ↑ "On'ea/Sutorīmingu｜Anime "Ojō to Banken-kun" Kōshiki Saito" ON AIR/STREAMING｜アニメ「お嬢と番犬くん」公式サイト [On Air/Streaming｜Anime "A Girl & Her Guard Dog" Official Website]. ojoutobankenkun.com (in 日本語). Archived from the original on October 4, 2023. Retrieved September 29, 2023.