Shin-Ei Animation is returning to the beloved Haré+Guu franchise with a new OVA serving as a prequel to the original series. This new entry expands the universe of the quirky shonen comedy, known for its meta-humor and surreal gags.

The OVA is set to explore events prior to the original Haré+Guu and its follow-up, Haré+Guu Deluxe. The franchise, which garnered an Animation Kobe Award in 2004, centers on the chaotic life of a young boy named Haré and the mysterious, powerful girl Guu who enters his life. The series is celebrated for its unique blend of age-gap humor and absurdist comedy.

This prequel offers a chance for long-time fans to delve deeper into the origins of the characters and the peculiar world they inhabit, while newcomers can experience the franchise's signature humor.