Akane Higure
main character
ONA
6.5
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Anime DetailsRELEASING
- Format
- web series (ONA)
- Episodes
- 3
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Total watch time
- 1 h 15 min
- Status
- Currently airing
- Aired
- January 31, 2026 – present
- Season
- Winter 2026
- Source
- Original story
- Studio
- Studio Gohan
- Director
- Harumaki Gohan
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 65/100
Estimated watch time
1h 15m
⚡ 1 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Female Protagonist87%Clone87%Urban Fantasy80%Monster Girl80%Mythology79%Disability79%Denpa79%Family Life73%Rural72%Primarily Female Cast70%
ONARELEASING2026 WINTER6.5 / 10 AniList score
Playing Sister
お姉ちゃんごっこ• Onee-chan Gokko
Synopsis
In the distant future, on the outskirts left behind by the rapid concentration of advanced science and technology in urban areas, lies a remote mountain village known as Kagami Village. “Behave yourself, or a Double will come for you.” Such old folklore still lingers in this village. Akane Higure, a middle school student living in Kagami Village, has been eagerly awaiting the return of her older sister, Sui Higure, who is finally being discharged from the hospital after a year. However, not long after her sister comes home, Akane receives a single phone call. “The girl at home with you… isn’t your sister.”
Should you watch Playing Sister?
Playing Sister has been met with mixed reactions, with an average AniList score of 65/100 — 57% of 137 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
Of the 711 AniList users who started it, 6.9% dropped it, so it is dropped at a typical rate; 26 have finished it.
At about 1 h 15 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural — especially female protagonist, clone, urban fantasy, monster girl.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
3 episodes are listed.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Harumaki Gohan
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Playing Sister FAQ
How many episodes does Playing Sister have?
Playing Sister has 3 planned episodes of about 25 minutes each, roughly 1 h 15 min in total.
Is Playing Sister based on a manga?
No. Playing Sister is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who animated Playing Sister?
Playing Sister was animated by Studio Gohan and directed by Harumaki Gohan.
Where can I watch Playing Sister?
Playing Sister is listed on YouTube. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.