Marika's Love Meter Malfunction Episode 3 Story & Preview Cuts Released: Kitami Spotted with Mikasa in the Park

The story and preview images for Episode 3 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, April 20, 2026, at 1:00 AM (JST), and will later be available on various international streaming platforms.

Episode 3

While struggling to figure out how to manage Marika's broken affection meter, Kitami encounters his classmate, Mikasa, who is walking her dog in their usual park. As they bond over a conversation about their pets, her affection meter remains high. In an effort to stay loyal to his true crush, Marika, Kitami tries to act uncool to lower Mikasa's affection level. However, something unexpected happens to Mikasa's meter. Little does he know, Marika happened to be passing by and witnessed the entire encounter.

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