Unexpectedly Naughty Fukami

Akihiro Kaji thinks he's the perfect man, polished and confident, until his tidy assumptions are upended by Yu Fukami, an unassuming, frumpily dressed otaku who turns out to be everything Akihiro didn't expect. The series follows their push-pull relationship, full of flirtatious one-upmanship, awkward revelations, and sly misunderstandings that fuel the comedy. Scenes flip between public bravado and private vulnerability, showing how attraction can sneak up in the least glamorous ways and how appearances can hide surprising traits. The tone stays light and bawdy, focusing on moment-to-moment chemistry rather than big plot twists or sweeping arcs.

Created by Eeyo Kurosaki and released in 2025, the animated comedy features Chasuke voicing Akihiro Kaji and Marshmallow Yakitaro as Yu Fukami. It debuted as a TV series with a short-episode rhythm that leans into quick gags and visual punchlines, highlighting the voice work and character design.

Critical reaction has been mixed, reflected in a 6.4/10 average from a small group of early voters. Reviewers and viewers note the show centers on mismatched attraction, ego, and the gap between outer image and inner desire. Humor ranges from sly innuendo to absurd situations, and the episodes often revisit how identity and performance shape romantic expectations.

Though still new and niche, Unexpectedly Naughty Fukami has generated conversation among anime and comedy fans online, particularly about its character pairing and comedic tone. A modest but engaged audience has shared clips and fan art, and social threads debate which character grows more through the series, suggesting the show could expand its following if it maintains momentum.

As of now the series hasn’t received major awards or high-profile nominations, which is typical for a fresh, small-scale animated comedy. It may gain recognition later if its audience grows or if later seasons broaden its scope and visibility.