You Can't Be In a Rom-Com with Your Childhood Friends!

You Can't Be In a Rom-Com with Your Childhood Friends! is a twelve-episode comedy romance that aired in winter 2026. The series follows Eeyuu, a high school student caught in an uncomfortable situation with his two childhood friends, Shio and Akari, as they all navigate the awkwardness of growing up together and developing new feelings for one another. What makes the premise work is the tension between his uncontrollable attraction to them and his desperate need to keep those feelings hidden, creating comedic situations that escalate throughout the season.

The show balances its romantic elements with genuine humor, leaning into the complicated dynamics that arise when childhood bonds suddenly become something more complex. Both Shio and Akari carry their own secrets, adding layers to what could have been a straightforward love triangle. This creates a narrative where no character's perspective is entirely simple, and honesty becomes the central struggle rather than a quick resolution. The series completed its run with a full twelve-episode arc, making it a complete viewing experience for those seeking a resolved story rather than an open-ended cliffhanger.