The "Hentai" Prince and the Stony Cat

Yōto Yokodera is a high schooler who struggles to show his true thoughts, especially when his more honest impulses earn him a reputation he can't shake. Hearing about a fabled Stony Cat shrine that grants wishes, he offers a token hoping to lose the outward mask he can't control. Instead, the shrine's power moves that facade onto classmate Tsukiko Tsutsukakushi, who had wished to hide her emotions to seem more mature. Now Yōto has to learn to speak plainly without his old shield, and Tsukiko can't make even a tiny facial expression. The two end up working together to deal with the awkward, often comic consequences while other classmates get pulled into the odd supernatural situation.

Released in 2013, the anime lists Michiko Itou and Sou Sagara among its creators, and it's based on Sou Sagara's original light novel series. The show aired as a single-season TV adaptation with a focus on quick comedic beats and character-driven episodes.

The series didn't win major industry awards, and it wasn't a breakout at mainstream ceremonies, but it did build a steady fanbase among viewers who appreciated its offbeat humor and eccentric characters. Fan discussions and streaming numbers helped keep it visible in anime circles after its initial run.

Within fan communities the show is often remembered for its cheeky title, bold sense of humor, and willingness to poke fun at romantic-comedy conventions. Several scenes and character moments get quoted or shared online, and it's referenced now and then when people talk about rom-com anime that mix supernatural setup with sexualized comedy.

Critical reception tends to be mixed to positive, reflected in a modest Average vote of about 7.015/10 from viewers. Reviewers and fans note its themes of honesty, social masks, and growing up, along with recurring jokes about libido and embarrassment. If you like character interactions that swing between awkward and sweet, this series plays those beats with a wink rather than a whisper.