KINOKOINU MUSHROOM PUP (2024)

E1 - Kinokoinu Is Born

Aired: October 03, 2024

Storybook author Hotaru is depressed, unable to focus on work after losing his beloved dog, Hanako. A strange creature shows up in his yard that looks like a mushroom but also a dog. Komako, his childhood friend and editor, is baffled by the situation.

E2 - Kinokoinu and Hanako

Aired: October 10, 2024

Itsuki is a superfan of Hotaru and falls in love with him at first sight. Hotaru is tricked by Komako to accepting an interview and photoshoot for a dog magazine. Hotaru is struck with an intense realization after taking Kinokoinu on a walk.

E3 - Where Are You Going, Oh, Kinokoinu?

Aired: October 17, 2024

"Hotaru gets frustrated at Kinokoinu for disrupting his work. Kinokoinu gets upset and runs away after Hotaru compares it to Hanako."

E4 - Kinokoinu, It's Time to Party

Aired: October 24, 2024

"Hotaru catches Kinokoinu releasing spores in the morning. Komako hosts a Halloween takoyaki party for Kinokoinu. Kinokoinu releases white spores after the party at night, which is a spectacular sight."