The Ryuo's Work is Never Done!

The Ryuo's Work is Never Done!, known in Japan as Ryuo no Oshigoto!, is a 2018 television anime series adapted from the light novel series written by Shirow Shiratori and illustrated by Shirabi. The project was produced by studio project No.9 and directed by Shinsuke Yanagi. The narrative centers on a teenage shogi master who finds his life transformed when a young girl arrives at his doorstep demanding to become his apprentice, blending professional board game strategy with domestic comedy.

The series was designed to bring the complex and often intense world of professional shogi to a wider audience, balancing technical match sequences with character-driven development. Shirabi's original character designs, which emphasize expressive aesthetics, were translated into animation by Akane Yano. Upon its release, the series was noted for its commitment to accurately representing shogi culture and the high-pressure environment of the professional circuit, earning a positive reception among both anime viewers and the shogi community.