The anime Nohara Hiroshi: Lunchtime Rules (野原ひろし 昼メシの流儀) is available to stream in Japan on nine platforms: DMM TV, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, d Anime Store, Lemino, Hulu, FOD, and TELASA. Viewers who prefer physical media can also rent the DVD through TSUTAYA DISCAS‘s postal rental service. The show is not currently confirmed on Disney+, and no catch-up streaming was found on the free broadcast platform TVer at the time of writing.

Recommended Streaming Services

Of all available options, DMM TV stands out as the most affordable choice. All 12 episodes are included in the unlimited plan at just ¥550 per month (tax included). New subscribers receive a 14-day free trial and 550 bonus points upon registration.

Full Streaming Service Breakdown

• DMM TV — Unlimited / ¥550/month / 14-day free trial + 550 pts
• U-NEXT — Unlimited / ¥2,189/month / 31-day free trial + ¥500 in points
• Amazon Prime Video — Unlimited for Prime members / from ¥600/month / 30-day free trial
• Netflix — Unlimited / from ¥890/month / No free trial
• d Anime Store — Unlimited / ¥660/month / Up to 31-day free trial
• Lemino (Lemino Premium) — Unlimited / ¥1,540/month / 31-day free trial
• Hulu — Unlimited / ¥1,320/month / No free trial
• FOD — Unlimited / from ¥976/month / No free trial
• TELASA — Unlimited / ¥990/month / No free trial
• TSUTAYA DISCAS — DVD postal rental / ¥2,200/month (定額レンタル8ダブル plan) / 30-day free trial

About the Anime

Nohara Hiroshi: Lunchtime Rules is an official spin-off of Crayon Shin-chan, adapted from the manga by Tsukahara Yoichi (published by Futabasha), with original characters by Usui Yoshito (Rakuda-sha). The series follows Nohara Hiroshi, a section chief in the second sales division of Futaba Shoji, who dedicates every lunch break to finding the perfect meal within the limits of his pocket money and a short midday window. Supporting characters include his junior colleague Kawaguchi, college student part-timer Yotsusgi Haruka, and food-account owner Takagiri Akitake.

The TV anime began airing on BS Asahi on October 3, 2025, running for a total of 12 episodes. It is directed by Nishiyama Tsukasa, with series composition and scripts by Mori Hayashi (scripts also co-written with Moral), and animation produced by DLE, the studio known for Himitsu Kessha Taka no Tsume.

Cast & Music

Hiroshi is voiced by Morikawa Toshiyuki, reprising his role from the main Crayon Shin-chan series. The opening theme is “Gohan Tabeyо” by Mega Shinnosuke, and the ending theme is “Kyou no Gohan wa Nan Darou na” by Sabashister — both food-themed tracks that complement the show’s tone.

Production Details

• Title: 野原ひろし 昼メシの流儀
• Original Manga: Tsukahara Yoichi (Futabasha) / Original Characters: Usui Yoshito (Rakuda-sha)
• Premiere: October 3, 2025 — BS Asahi
• Episodes: 12
• Director: Nishiyama Tsukasa
• Series Composition: Mori Hayashi
• Scripts: Mori Hayashi, Moral
• Animation Studio: DLE
• OP: Mega Shinnosuke — “Gohan Tabeyо”
• ED: Sabashister — “Kyou no Gohan wa Nan Darou na”