Apocalypse Hotel is a 2025 original Japanese anime series that blends post-apocalyptic themes with introspective storytelling. Produced by CyberAgent and animated by CygamesPictures, the series premiered on April 9, 2025, on Nippon TV and is available for streaming on Crunchyroll. The narrative centers around Yachiyo, a dedicated robot concierge, who continues to maintain the Gingarou Hotel in Tokyo’s Ginza district, awaiting humanity’s return after a century-long absence due to a catastrophic event.
đ Setting and Synopsis
Set in the year 2057, Earth becomes uninhabitable for primate-based species, including humans, due to an airborne contagion known as “infortunium pollution.” This leads to humanity’s exodus into space, leaving behind a desolate planet. A hundred years later, the Gingarou Hotel remains operational, maintained by its robotic staff led by Yachiyo. Their routine is disrupted when an unexpected extraterrestrial guest arrives, challenging their understanding of purpose and hospitality in a world devoid of humans.
đ Main Characters
- Yachiyo: A gynoid concierge committed to upholding the hotel’s standards in anticipation of humanity’s return.
- Ponko: A cheerful housekeeping robot who brings warmth to the hotel’s corridors.
- Bumbuku: A seasoned bellhop robot known for his wisdom and dedication.
- Mami: The hotel’s AI system, overseeing operations and assisting the staff.
- The Owner: A mysterious figure who left the hotel under the care of his robotic staff, promising to return one day.
- Environment Checker Robot: A robot tasked with monitoring Earth’s atmospheric conditions. Wikipedia+1Polygon+1
đš Production Details
- Director: Kana Shundo
- Writer: Shigeru Murakoshi
- Music Composer: Yoshiaki Fujisawa
- Character Design: Natsuki Yokoyama, based on original designs by Izumi Takemoto
- Studio: CygamesPictures
- Opening Theme: “Skirt” by Aiko
- Ending Theme: “Capsule” by Aiko
đș Broadcast and Availability
The series airs weekly on Nippon TV’s AnichU programming block at 1:34 AM JST. Crunchyroll holds the streaming rights outside Asia, making it accessible to a global audience. Wikipedia+1Sportskeeda+1
đ Manga Adaptation
A spin-off manga titled Apocalypse Hotel Pusupusu, illustrated by Izumi Takemoto, began serialization on Takeshobo’s Storia Dash website on April 11, 2025. Wikipedia+1Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre+1
đ„ Trailer
For a visual glimpse into the series, you can watch the official trailer here:
Apocalypse Hotel offers a poignant exploration of purpose, memory, and resilience through the lens of its robotic characters, set against the backdrop of a deserted Earth.
