Culinary Comfort Arrives: The Food Diary of Miss Maid Unveils Teaser Trailer and Key Voice Cast Ahead of 2026 Debut

The highly anticipated television anime adaptation of The Food Diary of Miss Maid (Maid-san wa Taberu Dake) has generated significant interest following the release of a new teaser trailer and the announcement of two key additions to its voice cast. This promotional video, streamed by Happinet on November 11, 2025, provides fans with a substantial preview of the production ahead of its confirmed 2026 premiere.

The anime community has been anticipating this animated version of Susumu Maeya's popular manga, which is recognized for its heartwarming narrative combined with detailed culinary exploration. Joining the main ensemble are seasoned voice actresses Chihiro Suno, who will voice the character Ricotta Fresca, and Maki Kawase, who has been cast as Nana Komatsu.

These talented performers join the previously confirmed lead, Kana Ichinose, who voices the protagonist, Suzume Tachibana. Suzume is introduced as a British maid-in-training whose unexpected year-long residency in Japan becomes a profound journey of cultural discovery, primarily fueled by the country's diverse cuisine. The newly released teaser trailer is notable as it offers the first audio previews of Ricotta and Nana, providing an auditory sense of the characters before the full series debut.

Production Team and Source Material

The production involves a dynamic collaboration between two established animation studios, EMT Squared and Magic Bus. Steering the creative direction is Ryosuke Senbo, known for his work on Yo-kai Watch. He is supported by series composer Natsuko Takahashi and character designer Chiaki Abe.

The source material, written by Susumu Maeya, originally began serialization on Kodansha's Comic DAYS digital platform in December 2019 and quickly established a dedicated readership. At its core, the series follows Suzume as she navigates her unfamiliar surroundings, finding solace and a deeper understanding of Japanese culture through its traditional cuisine.

Her gastronomic adventures span a wide range of dishes, from satisfying sweet treats like fluffy taiyaki and melon bread to savory staples such as crisp takoyaki and comforting onigiri. This charming blend of comedy and authentic slice-of-life elements promises a wholesome and thoroughly entertaining adaptation. The teaser emphasizes the central theme: the comfort, joy, and connection derived from sharing and experiencing food. As the 2026 release approaches, both established manga readers and new viewers await Suzume’s delightful journey to be fully realized on screen.