The official website for Even the Student Council Has Its Holes! has unveiled a new character trailer featuring Hisako Kotobuki ahead of the anime’s October premiere. The latest preview offers a closer look at one of the student council’s key members as Passione continues introducing the main cast from Muchimaro’s popular comedy manga before the series begins airing.
A Hit School Comedy Heads to Television
Even the Student Council Has Its Holes! is based on Muchimaro’s four-panel comedy manga, which has been serialized in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine since April 2022. The story follows literature-loving student Ume Mizunoe, who joins the student council to avoid repeating a grade, only to find himself surrounded by an unforgettable group of eccentric classmates.
Among them is student council treasurer Hisako Kotobuki. While she appears confident and approachable, official character materials reveal that she hides a more reserved side beneath her cheerful personality, making her one of the council’s more intriguing members.
The manga has continued to grow in popularity since its debut. It won the print category at the ninth Next Manga Award in 2023 and has steadily expanded its readership with each new volume.
Passione Brings the Manga to Life
The anime adaptation is produced by Passione, with Naoyuki Tatsuwa directing the series. Masahiro Yokotani oversees the series composition, while Ryo Imamura is responsible for the character designs.
Tatsuwa was already familiar with the series before the television adaptation, having directed the manga’s animated promotional video. Yokotani brings extensive experience in comedy and character-driven storytelling, while Imamura is known for his work on Onimai.
Together, the staff aims to capture the fast-paced humor and expressive character interactions that have helped the manga stand out among recent school comedy titles.
Character Trailers Continue Ahead of the Premiere
The promotional campaign officially began on July 4 with the release of Ume Mizunoe’s first character trailer and visual. The announcement also confirmed that Shogo Sakata would voice the series’ main protagonist.
The newly released trailer for Hisako Kotobuki marks the second major character reveal ahead of the anime’s October debut. The production team previously confirmed that additional student council members would receive their own trailers and visuals in the months leading up to the premiere.
Character-focused promotional videos have become a common strategy for anime productions, allowing fans to get familiar with the cast before the first episode airs while keeping interest high throughout the marketing campaign.
The Manga Continues to Build Momentum
Kodansha released the manga’s 12th collected volume in March 2026, reflecting the series’ steady popularity among readers. Its success has also expanded beyond print through promotional videos and official merchandise.
An animated promotional video released in July 2024 became the most-viewed video on the Weekly Shonen Magazine YouTube channel, demonstrating the strong interest surrounding the series even before its television adaptation was announced.
English-speaking fans will also be able to read the manga soon. Seven Seas Entertainment will publish the series through its Ghost Ship imprint, with the first English print volume scheduled for release in September 2026.
October Premiere Draws Closer
Even the Student Council Has Its Holes! is scheduled to premiere in October 2026. While the production committee has not yet announced the complete broadcast schedule, new promotional materials continue to be released as the premiere approaches.
The latest character trailer featuring Hisako Kotobuki offers another preview of the anime’s colorful cast and the lively humor fans can expect when the series begins airing later this year.
With a bestselling manga, an experienced production team, and a steady stream of character reveals, Even the Student Council Has Its Holes! is shaping up to be one of the season’s most anticipated school comedy anime.
