Putting this on your radar now so you're not the one playing catch-up in week three: Yowayowa Sensei drops April 11, 2026. Brain's Base handles the production, 12 eps, and the manga it adapts has a reputation worth taking seriously.
The premise
When the new term starts, second-year student Abikura discovers that his homeroom teacher is none other than Hiyori Hiwamura, infamously known as "Scary-Scary Sensei," a woman rumored to curse anyone who crosses her. But one day, Abikura accidentally witnesses a completely unexpected side of his fearsome teacher after school. The striking contrast between her fearsome image and her hidden personality is utterly irresistible! Brace yourself for Gap Moe overload in this tender romantic comedy that's sure to ignite your protective instincts! (Source: MAL News) It's the kind of premise that sounds tidy in two sentences and gets weirder on screen — in a good way. Stick around past the cold open.
Who's behind it
Brain's Base's on the line, with Lantis, Half H.P Studio, Nikkatsu on the committee. Their recent ledger is the thing flagging this as more than spring filler — the storyboards on the opener show actual budget, not contractual minimum.
When it airs
Saturdays at 21:30 (JST). Episode count: 12. Same-day simulcast windows are on the usual Western streamers — check your local Crunchyroll, HIDIVE, or Hulu listing for the timed slot.
The case for it
6.49 from 3,394 early scores on MAL — useful context when the season hits saturation and watchlist trims become inevitable. Audience holding past week one usually means the source's emotional anchors are landing. Give it three episodes. If the third doesn't lock you in, drop it without guilt — but I'd bet money it does.