Get ready for an exhilarating journey as the beloved world of “Rascal the Raccoon” expands with its official spin-off, “Karukaru Dan.” Set to premiere in April, this new series promises to deliver a fresh perspective and captivating storylines that will delight both long-time fans and newcomers alike. Dive into the details of this exciting new adventure!

Official Spin-off of Rascal: Karukaru Dan

The official spin-off anime of “Rascal the Raccoon” titled “Karukaru Dan” is set to air on Yomiuri TV and BS Nippon from April. The series will also be available on various streaming services. The synopsis and main character settings have been revealed, along with the key visual.

Originally aired in 1977, “Rascal the Raccoon” is the third installment of the “World Masterpiece Theater” series, which adapted classic literature into television anime. Based on the novel “Rascal, a Memoir of a Better Life” by Sterling North, it tells the story of a boy named Sterling who forms a bond with a wild raccoon named Rascal over the course of a year.

In contrast to the original, the spin-off focuses on the “Secret Society Karukaru Dan,” an elite organization ranked number one in global popularity, as they aim for world domination. Set in the lush surroundings of the Tama branch, the series depicts the daily lives of its members who work hard despite their unrecognized efforts.

Main Characters and Cast

• Akakaru– Voiced by Junya Enoki: A new recruit with a naive personality who takes everything his colleagues say at face value.
• Logical– Voiced by Taku Yashiro: A high-minded boss who speaks in polite language.
• Subculture– Voiced by Kensho Ono: Akakaru’s colleague who enjoys various subcultures.
• Comical– Voiced by Yohei Azakami: A rough but kind senior who supports Akakaru and his friends.
• Middle– Voiced by Kenjiro Tsuda: The mysterious and dandy branch manager.

The key visual features the tagline, “Secret Society Karukaru Dan. Mom, this is my workplace,” showcasing Akakaru and his fellow members armed with firearms.

Cast Comments

Here are some comments from the cast:

Junya Enoki (Akakaru): “I was surprised to receive an offer for a spin-off of ‘Rascal’! The atmosphere is completely different from what I know of Rascal, and I feel it’s a bold work. I relate to Akakaru’s lack of strong motivation for joining the company, as my past jobs were often chosen based on convenience. I’m excited to see if this will be a surreal or healing series!”

Taku Yashiro (Logical): “I was thrilled to be part of this project! I want to give my all to this role. Logical is a boss who speaks politely but doesn’t say much of substance, which makes me feel a bit anxious. I hope to bring warmth to the character!”

Kensho Ono (Subculture): “Is this really the Rascal we know? I’m excited to see how the ‘Karukaru Dan’ will carry out their missions! The character design is adorable, and I think the dialogue will be modern and relatable!”

Yohei Azakami (Comical): “I’m surprised by the unexpected developments in this work! I plan to act instinctively rather than overthink it. I share a desire to be liked by my juniors, which makes this role relatable!”

Kenjiro Tsuda (Middle): “I never imagined I would be part of such a cute project! I’m looking forward to discovering how my character fits into this new world!”

With a talented cast and an intriguing premise, “Karukaru Dan” promises to be a unique addition to the Rascal franchise.