Kimi ga Aruji de Shitsuji ga Ore de

Kimi ga Aruji de Shitsuji ga Ore de, often referred to as 'KimiAru', began as an adult visual novel developed by Minato Soft in 2007 before being adapted into this thirteen-episode television series in 2008. The story follows the protagonist, Ren Uesugi, who runs away from his impoverished home life to work as a butler for the wealthy Kuonji sisters. Produced by the studio A.C.G.T and aired during a period of high popularity for the butler-themed subgenre in anime, the series focuses on the comedic and sometimes turbulent social dynamics between the sisters and their domestic staff.

The visual design and character direction aimed to capture the polished aesthetic of the original visual novel, characterized by the distinct character designs of Mutsumi Sasaki. The production was intended to appeal to fans of character-driven romantic comedies, emphasizing sharp banter and the eccentricities of the aristocratic household. Upon its release, the series was received primarily by the established fan base of the source material, becoming a notable example of the mid-2000s trend of adapting light novel and visual novel properties for television.