"She just looks like a fisherman": Fans surprised by Kikuri Hiroi holding a coffee and carrying her bass in the anime "Bocchi the Rock!" x Oshi Tabi collab

A new collab visual released on the official X account of the anime "Bocchi the Rock!" has become a hot topic. In the released image, Kikuri Hiroi (CV: Sayaka Senbongi) is seen without her usual carton of booze, instead dressed in an outfit that makes her look like a fisherman, prompting a flurry of amused reactions from fans.

This post announces the decision to hold the 2nd round of the collaboration with "Oshi Tabi," notifying fans about special voice recordings available to listen to on the Tokaido Shinkansen and a digital voice rally in Osaka. The visual features the Kessoku Band members—Hitori Gotoh (CV: Yoshino Aoyama), Nijika Ijichi (CV: Sayumi Suzushiro), Ryo Yamada (CV: Saku Mizuno), and Ikuyo Kita (CV: Ikumi Hasegawa)—alongside Seika Ijichi (CV: Maaya Uchida) and Hiroi, all drawn in travel-ready outfits. Among them, Hiroi stands out in a hat and a multi-pocketed vest, holding a coffee with her bass strapped securely to her back.

The anime "Bocchi the Rock!" is based on the manga of the same name serialized by Aki Hamaji. It depicts a socially anxious high school girl who loves the guitar joining a girls' band, gaining various experiences, and growing along the way. The series has become a massive hit, expanding into a wide range of media mix projects including theatrical anime films and live events.

In response to this post, fans on social media have left comments such as, "Kikuri-neesan literally just looks like a fisherman lmao," "Kikurin remembered to bring her bass... kinda sus," "Kikuri-neesan... looks so good...," and "Wait, that's not Onikoro!"

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