Production Delays Push Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Episode 6 Premiere to December

The television adaptation of the popular light novel series Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle has encountered a temporary production delay. The production committee officially announced that Episode 6, which was originally scheduled for broadcast on November 11, will now premiere three weeks later, on December 2.

This schedule adjustment is attributed to ongoing production complexities. According to a formal statement released by the committee, the delay is necessary to provide the animation staff with sufficient time to maintain the series’ established visual quality and narrative integrity. This decision reflects the persistent challenges within the modern anime industry, where balancing demanding timelines with the imperative for high-quality output is crucial, especially for adaptations with a devoted fan base.

While viewers are asked to exercise patience, the production team has reaffirmed its dedication to delivering an experience that fully meets audience expectations. During the interim period, the broadcast slot previously allocated to Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle will feature special programming dedicated to the Wooser’s Hand-to-Mouth Life anime.

Revised Broadcast Schedule

The revised schedule outlines the immediate future of the series:

• Episode 7 is now scheduled for December 7.
• Episode 8 is scheduled for December 16.
• Episode 9 is scheduled for December 23.
• Episode 10 will round out the year on December 30.

Broadcast dates for the final three episodes of the initial run, Episodes 11 through 13, are currently pending and will be announced at a subsequent date.

The anime debuted on October 7 across major networks including AT-X, Tokyo MX, and BS11. It draws its source material from Hiromu's original light novels, featuring illustrations by raemz and published under Shogakukan’s Gagaga Bunko imprint. The narrative centers on Saku Chitose, the high school's charismatic golden boy, whose seemingly flawless existence is complicated when he accepts the task of mentoring a deeply reclusive peer back into social life.

English publisher Yen Press describes the series as an insightful blend of comedy, romance, and significant personal development, anchored by a protagonist whose magnetic charm conceals greater depth. Noteworthy features of the adaptation include its unique split-cour format and an extended 60-minute premiere episode. Further official updates regarding the schedule are anticipated via the anime’s official digital channels.