10th Anniversary of the Anime The Disastrous Life of Saiki K.! Special Visual Released, with Comments from Hiroshi Kamiya and Original Creator Shūichi Asō

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the anime The Disastrous Life of Saiki K., a special commemorative visual has been released.

The series is based on the popular manga by Shūichi Asō, which was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump (Shueisha) for six years. With 26 volumes currently available, the series has surpassed a cumulative total of 9 million copies. The first season of the TV anime began broadcasting on July 4, 2016, followed by a second season, a Final Chapter, and the Reawakened series, totaling 4 seasons and 56 "Phis" (280 episodes) across TV and streaming platforms.

The special visual features the psychic Kusuo Saiki at the center, surrounded by familiar characters such as the mysterious idiot whose thoughts even Kusuo can't read, Riki Nendō; the "Chunibyo" enthusiast, Shun Kaidō; the perfect girl, Kokomi Teruhashi; and the former delinquent, Aren Kuboyasu. The illustration is designed as a special 10th-anniversary piece, looking like a painting popping out of its frame. Additionally, a "chibi" illustration of Kusuo Saiki using his psychic powers to bend a spoon—first revealed at Jump Festa 2026—has been introduced as a special 10th-anniversary icon.

In addition to the release of new illustrations, various projects are planned throughout the year to celebrate the anime's 10th anniversary.

"Psi-Fav" Episode Voting for The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. Begins

Voting to choose the "Psi-Fav" (most recommended) episode from all 56 Phis (280 episodes)—spanning from the first season to the Reawakened series—will begin on May 1. In addition to the top Psi-Fav episode, fans can also vote in spin-off categories such as the "Sweetest Episode," "Good Grief Episode," and "Offu! Episode."

The top three Psi-Fav episodes and the winners of each spin-off category will be available for a limited-time emergency free stream on the YouTube Jump Channel starting August 16. Furthermore, merchandise based on the top-ranking episodes will be sold through "Online Kujira." The voting period runs from May 1 to May 31.