What is “The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All”?#
If you are looking for a blend of music, mistaken identity, and sweet romance, this series is for you. The story follows Aya Oosawa, a gyaru high school student who is a frequent visitor to a small record store. However, Aya isn’t there just for the music; she has developed a crush on the store’s clerk, a mysterious figure who wears a hoodie and a face mask.
As it turns out, the “ideal love interest” isn’t a guy at all, but actually Aya’s nerdy female classmate, Mitsuki Koga. This charming setup creates a unique dynamic between the two girls as their worlds collide through their shared interests.
If you want to dive into the world of Aya and Mitsuki early, you can buy the manga to see how the story unfolds.
Is the anime really finished?#
To answer the big question: No, the anime is not finished because it hasn’t premiered yet.
According to recent reports, The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All is scheduled for a January 2027 debut. Since it is an adaptation of a manga that has been serialized since April 2022, the anime will be bringing a pre-existing story to the screen.
Because the anime is still in production, viewers will eventually need to decide if the anime provides a satisfying conclusion or if they will need to continue with the original manga to get the full story. For now, we are all waiting for that first episode!
Audience and Appeal: Who is this for?#
This series is best suited for fans of the comedy and romance genres, specifically those who enjoy yuri themes. The appeal lies in the contrast between the “gyaru” and “nerdy” archetypes, tied together by a passion for music (the anime teaser even revealed a Nirvana opening song).
If you love stories about unexpected connections and the tension of secret identities, this is a must-watch. While you wait for the release, you can keep an eye out for official merchandise to show your support for the series.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Since this project consists of a manga and its subsequent anime adaptation, there are a few ways to approach the series. For specific details on how the versions connect, feel free to check out the relationship tree on this page.
Release Order#
If you want to experience the franchise as it was released to the world:
- Manga (Serialized starting April 10, 2022)
- Anime (Premiering January 2027)
Completionist Order#
For those who want every bit of context and detail, we recommend reading the manga first and then watching the anime adaptation to see the characters and music brought to life.
For Those Who Prefer the Anime#
If you prefer to wait for the animation, you can watch the anime on Prime Video (which collaborates with Crunchyroll in some regions) once it debuts in 2027. If the anime leaves you wanting more, you can always jump back into the manga to see where the story goes next.
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Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't a Guy at All • manga • 2022-04-10 (serialized on Twitter)
└─(adaptation)→ Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't a Guy at All • anime • 2027-01
