New Stars Join 'The Other World's Books Depend on the Bean Counter' Anime Cast Ahead of 2026 Debut

Fans of the unique blend of isekai fantasy and captivating boys-love romance are buzzing with excitement as the highly anticipated anime adaptation of "The Other World's Books Depend on the Bean Counter" announces a significant expansion to its voice cast. As the series gears up for its grand broadcast debut in January 2026, four prominent voice actors have joined the ensemble, promising to bring even more depth and charisma to this beloved light novel series.

The newly revealed talents include Tomohiro Yamaguchi, stepping into the regal role of Julius, the eldest prince of the Romany Kingdom, and Yuna Kamakura, who will portray Yua Shiraishi, a high school girl unexpectedly summoned as a saint to another world. Adding to the intrigue, Takaaki Torashima takes on the character of Ist, the deputy head of magic at the royal court, while Yuki Ono lends his voice to Siegvold, a dedicated priest serving in the capital. These fresh additions will join the already stellar main cast, which features Kento Ito as the protagonist Seiichiro Kondo, Tomoaki Maeno as Aresh Indolark, Seiichiro Yamashita as Nobert, and Hiroki Tochi as Camile.

Under the seasoned direction of Shinji Ishihira, renowned for his work on hit series like "Edens Zero" and "Fairy Tail," the anime production is helmed by the acclaimed Studio Deen. Akira Yamada serves as assistant director, with Yoshiko Nakamura, celebrated for her scripting in "RPG Real Estate," meticulously crafting the series scripts. The rich narrative originates from Yatsuki Wakatsu's intricate storytelling, beautifully complemented by Kikka Ohashi's illustrations, which first captivated readers as a web novel in 2018 before being officially published by Enterbrain starting in 2019.

"The Other World's Books Depend on the Bean Counter" takes its audience on an extraordinary journey, exploring profound themes of work ethic, self-discovery, and evolving romantic relationships within a vibrant fantasy setting. The story follows office worker Seiichiro, whose mundane life is dramatically upended when he is inadvertently transported to another realm through an ancient saint-summoning ritual. For English-speaking audiences, both the light novel and manga adaptations are officially licensed by Yen Press, making the original works accessible worldwide.

With this latest cast announcement, anticipation for the January 2026 premiere continues to soar. The enhanced vocal talent is expected to enrich the anime's character portrayals, ensuring an immersive and unforgettable experience for fans eagerly awaiting this unique blend of isekai adventure and heartwarming boys-love romance.