hololive TV Anime & 10th Anniversary Explained

The hololive anime is real, it has a title, and it is part of the biggest year hololive production has ever planned. In September 2026, the agency revealed its first ever TV anime, now officially titled Odekake hololive, as the centerpiece of a countdown to its tenth anniversary. At the same time, it announced a new logo, a plan to unify all its regional brands under one name, a brand new talent unit, a streaming app, and visual updates for every single talent.

If you missed the announcements, or you are just trying to figure out what “Odeholo” was, this guide covers all of it.

The hololive TV Anime: Odekake hololive

hololive’s first TV anime was announced on September 7, 2026, during a new livestreamed program called hololive Next. The announcement came from Kadokawa and COVER Corporation, and animation production is by Studio KAI, which has worked on earlier animated hololive projects and music videos. hololive English called it a project “nearly five years in the making.”

At first, the anime was only revealed by its abbreviation, “Odeholo,” written おでホロ in Japanese, and fans were invited to guess what it stood for using the #Odeholo tag. The answer came on September 23, 2026, in a special livestream: Odeholo stands for Odekake hololive. “Odekake” means going out or heading out, and some coverage has given the English title as “hololive: Let’s Head Out!”

What Is Odekake hololive About?

The premise is cozy and very hololive. The series follows hololive members on their days off as they explore different regions across Japan, in an omnibus format. In each episode, the talents enjoy local food and take part in activities unique to that region.

The first episode is set in Nagano Prefecture and features four members of hololive’s fifth generation: Yukihana Lamy, Shishiro Botan, Omaru Polka, and Momosuzu Nene. Those four also appeared at the September 23 special, with Shirakami Fubuki and Ookami Mio as hosts. More participating talents are being announced gradually through hololive’s YouTube and X accounts.

Meet the First Episode’s Cast

The Nagano episode stars four members of hololive’s fifth generation, all of whom debuted in August 2020. Here is who they are, according to their official profiles:

• Yukihana Lamy (debuted August 12, 2020) is the daughter of a noble snow family from icy lands far from civilization. Inspired by the smiles and lively streams of hololive’s talents, she left the comforts of home with her companion, Daifuku. Her serious exterior hides a famously clueless side.
• Momosuzu Nene (debuted August 13, 2020) is a girl from another world who came to become an idol. She loves singing, dancing, and drawing, and trains hard every day to become someone loved by many.
• Shishiro Botan (debuted August 14, 2020) is a white lion who, despite her sporty look, prefers lazing around. Once she makes up her mind, though, she follows through. Her favorite phrase is “Wealth isn’t measured with money,” and she is a self admitted gaming addict.
• Omaru Polka (debuted August 16, 2020) is a circus performer who joined hololive hoping to become the ringmaster of the VTuber world. She lives by the motto that once you decide to do something, you follow through, and her charm smooths over her occasional slip ups.

Opening with a group of genmates who have known each other since 2020 is a smart choice for a travel show built on chemistry. Their banter is the whole appeal.

Who Is Making the hololive Anime?

The staff revealed on September 23 includes:

• Director: Shunsuke Machitani, whose credits include Uma Musume Pretty Derby and FUUTO PI.
• Assistant director: Ori Yasukawa.
• Screenplay and series composition: Kodai Minami, of Studio KAI.
• Character design: Masatoshi Tsuji.
• Original story: COVER Corporation.
• Animation production: Studio KAI.

The special also revealed a new key visual and an official website for the series.

When Does the hololive Anime Air?

As of October 2026, there is no announced premiere date, broadcaster, or streaming platform. The project is tied to hololive’s tenth anniversary countdown, so the anniversary window is the natural time to watch for news. We will update this when a date is confirmed. In the meantime, the official Odeholo accounts on X and YouTube, along with hololive’s own channels, are where the first news of a premiere window, broadcaster, or streaming partner will land. If you want to be first to know, following those accounts is the safest bet, since fan sites and aggregators often repost rumors before anything is official.

The 10th Anniversary Countdown

hololive production celebrated its ninth anniversary on September 7, 2026, which also marked the official start of the countdown to its tenth anniversary on September 7, 2027. A dedicated tenth anniversary countdown website launched the same day. The anniversary dates back to the debut of Tokino Sora, hololive’s very first talent, whose story our profile covers in full.

Here is everything announced alongside the anime:

• A new logo. The refreshed logo keeps hololive’s triangle and blue elements, rolling out gradually from September 7, 2026, starting with the official website.
• One “hololive.” Regional and group brands such as hololive Indonesia, hololive English, and hololive DEV_IS are being brought together under a single “hololive” name.
• Talent visual updates. Every talent’s visuals will be updated over several years, decided individually with each talent. Tokino Sora went first, with a reveal stream on September 7.
• hololive raku. A new streaming app for talents built around bringing studio quality stages and items into at home streams.
• A new unit. ASOBI★MAWARI-TAI, hololive’s first new unit in nearly two years, which debuted on September 24 and 25, 2026. Our ASOBI★MAWARI-TAI guide introduces all four members.

The Rest of hololive’s Big 2026

The anniversary announcements capped off a packed year.

• hololive SUPER EXPO 2026 and hololive 7th fes. “Ridin’ on Dreams” ran together from March 6 to 8, 2026.
• hololive English 4th concert “Serendipity” took place on July 3 and 4, 2026, at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.
• hololive Dreams, a hololive rhythm game first announced at the end of 2025, released on July 23, 2026.
• The 9th Anniversary Fireworks, “Blooming Dreams,” were held on October 15, 2026, at Saitama Stadium 2002.
• HOLOSTARS English announced its first concert, “First Light,” for February 2027.

Not everything was expansion. In April 2026, Cover also restructured HOLOSTARS Japan, and six members graduated that summer. Our explainer on the HOLOSTARS JP changes covers what happened.

Why the hololive Anime Is a Big Deal

hololive has had animated shorts, music videos, and game appearances for years, but a TV anime is a different level of mainstream exposure. A travel focused omnibus is also a smart choice. Instead of forcing VTubers into a single plot, it lets different members rotate through episodes, shows off regions of Japan, and plays to the same “hanging out with your oshi” feeling that makes their streams work.

Pairing it with a new logo, a single global brand, and visual refreshes for every talent makes the message clear. hololive is entering its second decade trying to look and feel like one unified entertainment brand, not just a collection of streaming channels. If you want the story of how they got here, our deep dive on Hololive Productions and the rise of the VTuber covers the history.

Fun Facts About the hololive Anime and Anniversary

• The anime was announced only by its abbreviation, Odeholo, and fans had two weeks to guess the full title.
• Its first episode visits Nagano Prefecture.
• The director, Shunsuke Machitani, has credits on Uma Musume Pretty Derby and FUUTO PI.
• The tenth anniversary date, September 7, 2027, marks ten years since Tokino Sora’s debut.
• Tokino Sora was the first talent to receive a new anniversary visual update.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a hololive anime?

Yes. hololive’s first TV anime, Odekake hololive, was announced on September 7, 2026, and its full title was revealed on September 23, 2026.

What does Odeholo stand for?

Odeholo stands for Odekake hololive. Some coverage gives the English title as “hololive: Let’s Head Out!”

Who is animating the hololive anime?

Studio KAI, with Shunsuke Machitani directing.

What is the hololive anime about?

It is an omnibus series following hololive members on their days off as they explore regions of Japan, eat local food, and try local activities.

When does the hololive anime come out?

No premiere date has been announced as of October 2026.

When is hololive’s 10th anniversary?

September 7, 2027. The countdown began on September 7, 2026.

So there you have it. hololive is heading into its tenth year with a TV anime, a single global brand, a new unit, and a whole lot of fireworks. Odekake hololive does not have an air date yet, but the first stop is Nagano, and we will be watching for more. Keep it locked here for every update!