Marika's Love Meter Malfunction Episode 4 Story & Preview Cuts Released: A First Date with Marika-chan?

The story and preview images for Episode 4 of the TV anime Marika's Love Meter Malfunction (JP: 茉莉花ちゃんの好感度はぶっ壊れている, Marika-chan no Kokando wa Bukkowarete Iru) have been revealed. This episode will air on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 1:00 AM (JST), and will later be available on various international streaming platforms.

Episode 4 Story

On this particular day, a "Hannya" mask has manifested on the affection meter, and Marika-chan remains completely expressionless. Terrified of being hated, I desperately continue my attempts to connect with her. Even though Marika-chan refuses to show even a hint of a smile no matter what I do, I refuse to give up. Finally, I take a leap of faith and successfully ask her out on a date during lunch break! However, just then, Toyotomi-san appears, causing a sudden shift in the affection meter. In response, Marika-chan's affection meter begins to react in an unexpected way...

Teaser Trailer

Introduction

I’ve gained the ability to see girls' "affection meters". However, when I looked at the meter of my childhood friend and crush, Marika, it was melted and completely broken...!

Marika, if you actually hate me, why have you been so kind to me all this time...? As the story unfolds, the surprising feelings that other girls in class harbor toward me also begin to come to light...

This is the start of a "heartful yet hardcore" romantic comedy where you'll discover the secrets of cute girls who have a hidden side!

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Source : Marikas Love Meter Malfunction Official