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Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend

★6.8 2015 – 2017 2 Seasons TV-MA

Tomoya Aki is an otaku who has a dream. His dream is to create the best visual novel game ever. The main heroine for this game and the inspiration for this dream is a background character named Megumi Kato who somehow stumbles into main character-esque traits in his eyes. To complete the game in time he has to call upon the aid of his anime loving professional friends who aren't so keen on the choice of his main heroine.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 23 episodes

An Error-Ridden Prologue

Episode 01

An Error-Ridden Prologue

Jan 16, 2015 · 22 min

A chance encounter with a beautiful girl during spring break inspires Tomoya to make a dating simulation video game. He tries recruiting Eriri and Utaha to assist him.

A Girlfriend Without a Raised Flag

Episode 02

A Girlfriend Without a Raised Flag

Jan 23, 2015 · 22 min

Tomoya asks Megumi out and gives her a lecture on how a perfect heroine should be like. He invites her to his home for an even more detailed lesson!

Retake the Climax

Episode 03

Retake the Climax

Jan 30, 2015 · 22 min

Tomoya continues to procrastinate despite a fast approaching deadline for his project proposal. Eriri and Utaha wonder if he's really serious about creating a dating sim.

Budget, Deadline and New Development

Episode 04

Budget, Deadline and New Development

Feb 6, 2015 · 22 min

Tomoya sets up a meeting with his recruits to discuss the game. After seeing Megumi with a boy, he can't help but feel jealous!

The Date Event of Crossing Paths

Episode 05

The Date Event of Crossing Paths

Feb 13, 2015 · 22 min

Utaha manages to write out the plot of their game, but it might not be what Tomoya is looking for. Megumi and Tomoya go on a date.

Deciding the Night for Two

Episode 06

Deciding the Night for Two

Feb 20, 2015 · 22 min

Tomoya leaves Kato in the middle of their date to meet up with Utaha. She takes him to a hotel, and they spend the night together. Alone…

Friend, Foe or a New Character

Episode 07

Friend, Foe or a New Character

Feb 27, 2015 · 22 min

While Tomoya is preparing for the Summer Comiket, two familiar faces from his past show up. Will this affect his game and all the preparations?

A Wingman's Traumatic Recollection Mode

Episode 08

A Wingman's Traumatic Recollection Mode

Mar 6, 2015 · 22 min

Megumi makes a concerted effort to understand dating sims. Later, Megumi and Tomoya assist Izumi during Summer Comiket.

One-on-one Route After 8 Years

Episode 09

One-on-one Route After 8 Years

Mar 13, 2015 · 22 min

After Tomoya hurts Eriri's feelings by praising Izumi's book, Utaha and Megumi urge him to make up with her in order to keep their group together.

A Melody of Reminiscing and Support

Episode 10

A Melody of Reminiscing and Support

Mar 20, 2015 · 22 min

After an argument with her dad, Michiru runs away and decides to crash at Tomoya's place for a while. In the circle meeting, it is decided that background music is needed for the game. Will they find someone to help them out?

Ready to Start Resolving the Subplots

Episode 11

Ready to Start Resolving the Subplots

Mar 27, 2015 · 22 min

Tomoya continues his attempts to recruit Michiru to his cause. Her critical words, however, cause Tomoya to question the dedication of his circle's members.

The Ups and Downs at the End of Each Day

Episode 12

The Ups and Downs at the End of Each Day

Apr 3, 2015 · 22 min

The group goes to see Icy Tail's first-ever concert. Before performing, Michiru's bandmates reveal a startling secret.

About the series

Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend poster
Audience score
★ 6.8 /10

based on 96 votes

Synopsis

Tomoya Aki is an otaku who has a dream. His dream is to create the best visual novel game ever. The main heroine for this game and the inspiration for this dream is a background character named Megumi Kato who somehow stumbles into main character-esque traits in his eyes. To complete the game in time he has to call upon the aid of his anime loving professional friends who aren't so keen on the choice of his main heroine.

AnimationComedy

Cast

7 principal cast

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Aki Tomoya (voice)

Kiyono Yasuno

Kiyono Yasuno

Megumi Kato (voice)

Saori Onishi

Saori Onishi

Eriri Spencer Sawamura (voice)

Ai Kayano

Ai Kayano

Utaha Kasumigaoka (voice)

Sayuri Yahagi

Sayuri Yahagi

Michiru Hyodo (voice)

Chinatsu Akasaki

Chinatsu Akasaki

Izumi Hashima (voice)

Tetsuya Kakihara

Tetsuya Kakihara

Iori Hashima (voice)

Where to watch Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend

Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The animation has 2 seasons and 23 total episodes, rated 6.8/10 by 96 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend have?

Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend has 2 seasons with 23 episodes in total.

Is Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend still on the air?

Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend?

Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend airs on Fuji TV.

When did Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend first air?

Saekano: How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend first aired on January 16, 2015.

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