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HAND MAID メイ
GenreHarem, romantic comedy, science fiction[1][2]
Created byJūzō Mutsuki, Wonderfarm
Anime television series
Directed by
Produced byAkio Matsuda
Written byKazuki Matsui
Music byToshio Masuda
Studio
  • TNK (series)
  • Tokyo Kids (OVA)
Licensed by
Original networkWowow
Original run July 6, 2000 – September 22, 2000
Episodes10 + OVA

Hand Maid May (Japanese: HAND MAID メイ, Hepburn: Hando Meido Mei) is a Japanese anime television series created by Jūzō Mutsuki and Wonderfarm and produced by NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan, Pioneer Entertainment (USA) LP., and TNK. It is directed by Shinichiro Kimura and Tetsuya Yanagisawa, with Kazuki Matsui handling series composition, Katsuzō Hirata designing the characters and Toshio Masuda composing the music. The anime first aired on Wowow between July 6 and September 22, 2000, running for 10 episodes. An OVA was bundled with a DVD box set released on February 21, 2001. The series centers on the adventures of the main character, Kazuya Saotome, and a robotic Cyberdoll named May. Formerly available from Geneon in the United States, Discotek Media will release the series on Blu-ray Disc in 2024.[3]

Story

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Kazuya Saotome is a nerdy second-year engineering student at Ochanomizu Industrial University (お茶の水工業大学, Ochanomizu Kōgyō Daigaku). His lifelong dream is to build a Doraemon (robot); he is trying to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) robot that happens to look like a toy squid. The story begins when Kazuya's wealthy rival, Kotaro Nanbara, gives him a computer program that supposedly will provide valuable information to help with Kazuya's research and development. However, the program is a virus that Nanbara created in order to infect Kazuya's computer and destroy his work.

While attempting to fix his infected computer, Kazuya accidentally orders a "cyberdoll" from the Cyberdyne Corporation website. As a result, he receives in the mail the titular Hand Maid May. May is a palm-sized robotic doll who is very sensitive and sympathetic to Kazuya's feelings, likes, and needs. The early part of the storyline focuses on Nanbara trying to get May taken away from Kazuya due to his inability to pay for her. Nanbara enlists the help of several other cyberdolls to attempt to take May away from Kazuya, but all of them end up falling for Kazuya and failing to retrieve May.

In the latter part of the anime, May is upgraded to a lifesize version of herself after Kazuya receives a visit from a mysterious visitor who wishes to promote Kazuya's artificial intelligence research. The situation complicates further when Kazuya's human friend Kasumi begins to get jealous of the Cyberdolls flirting with Kazuya; they all compete to see who can go on a date with him. The last segment of the story deals with Kazuya and May having to deal with a virus which is shutting down all of the cyberdolls, and a couple of mysterious visitors who turn out to be related to Kazuya and Nanbara in the future.

Characters

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Main characters

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Kazuya Saotome (早乙女 和也, Saotome Kazuya)
Voiced by: Takayuki Yamaguchi (Japanese); Steve Canden (English)
Kazuya is a 19-year-old electrical engineering student with a passion for building robots, primarily a robot squid which he calls Ikariya and implementing an AI system into it. He is a bit absent-minded and is clueless when it comes to girls. He has two sisters as shown in the 7th episode. However it is later revealed that in the future, his work with Ikariya will eventually become the basis for the M.a.i.d. Program (short for Meet Ai Departure, Ai means Love in Japanese). Kazuya lives in apartment 204 of Kasumi House. His life becomes more complicated but yet more satisfying after the arrival of cyberdoll May and the subsequent cyberdolls.
Kasumi Tani (谷 かすみ, Tani Kasumi)
Voiced by: Mikako Takahashi (Japanese); Michelle Ruff (English)
Kasumi is the 18-year-old daughter of the owners of Kasumi House, a small wooden apartment building. Her window faces Kazuya's window, so she uses a long ladder that runs from his balcony to hers as a bridge to pay him a visit, along with Rena. Because she's a close friend of Kazuya's, she often lets him get away with overdue rent payments. In addition to being a college student, Kasumi is very active, athletic, and likes baseball. She is a coach for the local little league baseball team, and her uniform number is 33. She is shown to have a tomboyish side, as she refers to herself as "boku" (the Japanese male form of "I"), but she has a kind side. She has feelings for Kazuya and will wear more revealing outfits when coming to visit him. She sees the cyberdolls, primarily May, as a friendly rival for his affections.
Kotaro Nanbara (南原 耕太郎, Nanbara Kōtarō)
Voiced by: Yūji Ueda (Japanese); Bob Marx (English)
The self-proclaimed "best friend and worst enemy" of Kazuya Saotome. Nanbara is very rich with an eccentric, egomaniacal personality. He is jealous of being outdone in projects by the Kazuya. His virus caused Kazuya to inadvertently order May. Nanbara gets Sara to do his chores by offering ramen in exchange. Though very antagonistic against May in her smaller form in earlier episodes, he falls in love when she is enlarged to human size. It is later revealed that he and Kazuya will form the Cyberdyne Corporation that produces the Cyberdolls and will be run by their descendants.

Cyberdolls

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Cyberdoll May (サイバドール・メイ, Saibadōru Mei; G-99(D)-JPS)
Voiced by: Maria Yamamoto (Japanese); Lia Sargent (English)
A hand-sized 1/6 scale cyberdoll from the Cyberdyne Corporation (not to be confused with The Terminator's robotic company, Cyberdyne Systems). Kazuya receives May because of an accidental order which happened as a result of a revenge tactic planted in a DVD-RAM from his rival, Nanbara. She has to be plugged into Kazuya's computer via a homemade cable in order to recharge her batteries because May's official recharging equipment was accidentally broken when Kazuya first received her. May was never paid for by Kazuya, and thus became a target for Sara and Cyberdyne in early episodes.
As a cyberdoll, she can control traffic lights and simple electronics, and can connect to personal computers via what may or may not be USB cables. She later becomes a human-sized 17-year-old version (courtesy of Cyber-X) following her repossession. Her personality is innocent, and at times childish and naive, though she also shows surprising insight and is always able to cheer Kazuya up. Unlike the other cyberdolls, May's Maid Program had evolved (according to Kei during her analysis), making her more human and resistant to the retro-cybervirus that threatened the other cyberdolls. She shows strong feelings towards Kazuya and is often competing with Kasumi. In the last episode it has also been stated that she can give birth.
Cyberdoll Sara (サイバドール・サラ, Saibadōru Sara; Af-77LC-CHN)
Voiced by: Kyōko Hikami (Japanese); Wendee Lee (English)
Sara is a 23-year-old Cyberdoll from Cyberdyne's Customer Service division, she has tan skin, silver hair, pointed ears and wears a Chinese qipao. She is addicted to ramen and seems to have an endless stomach for it. Her goal early on is to repossess Cyberdoll May because Kazuya did not pay for her. She later develops a crush on Kazuya.

Cyberdoll Rena (サイバドール・レナ, Saibadōru Rena; Cf-3357L-JPA)
Voiced by: Rie Kugimiya (Japanese); Reba West (English)
Another Cyberdoll in the form of a 9-year-old child sent by Cyberdyne to recover May. She was first discovered by Kazuya and May as a lost child. Rena decides that she likes Kazuya and Ikariya, and therefore does not return May to Cyberdyne; instead she moves in with Kasumi. In the Japanese audio, she is referred to by everyone, including herself, as "Rena-chan." She has the ability to produce supersonic screams.
Cyberdoll Kei (サイバドール・ケイ, Saibadōru Kei; Af-444LC-JPN)
Voiced by: Omi Minami (Japanese); Jane Arden (English)
Kei is a 21-year-old genius Cyberdoll said to have an IQ of 50,000 in human terms. Kei is given the mission of formulating a strategy to get May back, but becomes interested in Kazuya after hearing how he regards Cyberdolls and changes her mind. Kei's memory bank of facts is extensive, but she often takes a while to process information that is more abstract. At times, abstract or philosophical questions can cause her CPU to lock up. She later develops a crush on Kazuya and takes up residence in his closet.
Cyberdoll Mami (サイバドール・マミ, Saibadōru Mami; Af-863LD-USNY)
Voiced by: Kikuko Inoue (Japanese); Dorothy Melendrez (English)
Mami, age 31, is from Cyberdyne's American branch and is a combination of both Japanese and American cultures (she wears both a kimono and roller blades. She has the habit of saying "Oh, my, my" (あらあら〜♪, Ara-ara) when amazed or otherwise. She arrives later to help Kazuya around the house, and is gifted at domestic tasks which causes May to be jealous. Even so, Mami tries to pair Kazuya and May up. She is later revealed to be the caretaker of Kazuya's descendant Takuya Saotome.

Cyberdyne Corporation

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Takuya Saotome (早乙女 卓也, Saotome Takuya) / Cyber-X (サイバーX, Saibā Ekkusu)
Voiced by: Shinichiro Miki (Japanese); Sam Strong (English)
He is Kazuya's descendant. In his initial appearances he wears a red trenchcoat, white pants, and a yellow hat, and wears a type of muscle suit that covers his torso and arms with specifications (which is to hide his obese body). He also wears a specially-designed helmet that has an opening mouthpiece to eat or drink (especially milk which is his favorite). He first appears in the second episode watching over May, and in the same episode guides Kazuya (without his knowledge) to May who was lost in the city. He fully introduces himself in the 5th episode after May is repossessed. He shows interest in Kazuya's research with Artificial Intelligence, and allows Kazuya to choose a Cyberdoll for research. To Kazuya's request he arranges May to be returned to him and in a full-sized body as a bonus. His main ability lies in his incredibly fast typing skills, which even with only one hand was able to keep up with Kotaro's long and fast password. He is not fully unmasked until after the credits in the 10th episode, where he shown with green hair and wearing glasses with orange lens and red trim.
Totaro Nanbara (南原 騰太郎, Nabara Tōtarō) / Commando Z (コマンドZ, Komando Zetto)
Voiced by: Nobutoshi Canna (Japanese); John Holmes (English)
The so-called "Wandering President of Cyberdyne", Totaro is every bit as egomaniacal as his ancestor Kotaro, although he has a stronger streak of common sense. He normally wears a kind of scarlet bodysuit and cape (A reference to Kaiketsu Zubat), and makes a big production during his introductions (His introduction dialogue is very similar to Kaiketsu Zubat's). Apparently, he and Kazuya's descendant has formed a partnership in running Cyberdyne, with Takuya in research and development and Totaro handling the financial ends. He comes to Kotaro to warn him and Kazuya about the virus.

The Whirlwind of Love cast

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Gin Munakata (宗方 吟, Murakata Gin) / Kintaro Yamazaki (山崎 金太郎, Yamazaki Kintarō)
Voiced by: Nobutoshi Canna (Japanese); Lex Lang (English)
Naomi Ryuzaki (竜崎 ナオミ, Ryūzaki Naomi) / Mika Rokujoin (六條院 美香, Rokujōin Mika)
Voiced by: Ema Kogure (Japanese); Sara West (English)
Tosshinta Yamada (山田 突進太, Yamada Tosshinta) / Versailles Juliano (ヴェルサイユ・ジュリアーノ, Verusaiyu Juriāno)
Voiced by: Kisho Taniyama

Other characters

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Ikariya (イカリヤ)
Voiced by: Miwa Yasuda (Japanese); Ian Hawk (English)
A robotic squid and Kazuya's Doraemon Research Project. It is primitive compared to the Cyberdolls. Rena has a fondness for Ikariya, taking it wherever she goes.
Shikishima (敷島)
Kazuya's next door neighbor who resides in room 203. He sometimes make huge crushing sounds, causing Kasumi to run back to chase him for the rent. He also helps to provide ice blocks for Kasumi to lower the temperature of the Cyberdolls in Episode 10. He shows up again with no appearance but with crushing sounds in the last episode. It also seems only Kasumi, Rena and May saw his appearance.
Hiroshi Daimon (大門 大, Daimon Hiroshi)
Voiced by: Katsuyuki Konishi (Japanese); Phil Brewster (English)
Den Tadokoro (田所 田, Tadokoro Den)
Voiced by: Toshiaki Kuwahara (Japanese); Robert Machemer (English)
Hikari Komyoji (光明寺 ひかり, Komyoji Hikari)
Voiced by: Shōko Kikuchi (Japanese); PJ Lee (English)
Chigusa Tani (谷 千草, Tani Chigusa)
Voiced by: Kae Araki (Japanese); Lynn Fischer (English)
Kasumi's mother.
Masato Jin (神 真人, Jin Masato)
Voiced by: Miwa Yasuda (Japanese); Mona Marshall (English)
Miyuki Jin (神 美雪, Jin Miyuki)
Voiced by: Ema Kogure (Japanese); Sandy Fox (English)
Aoi Saotome (早乙女 あおい, Saotome Aoi)
Voiced by: Asako Dodo
Midori Saotome (早乙女 みどり, Saotome Midori)
Voiced by: Jun Mizuki
Kisaragi (如月)
Voiced by: Toshiaki Kuwahara
A lolicon and cosplay fanatic who lives in room 201 of Kasumi House.

Episode list

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No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
1"How Do You Do?"
Transliteration: "Hajimemashite!" (Japanese: はじめまして!)		Shinichiro KimuraKazuki MatsuiJuly 26, 2000 (2000-07-26)
After Kazuya Saotome's computer is infected with a virus, by his self-proclaimed rival Kotaro Nanbara, a package is delivered to his doorstep the next day. The package contains a 12" tall Cyberdoll named May.
2"Am I Useful At All?"
Transliteration: "Oyaku ni tatteru no kana?" (Japanese: お役に立ってるのかな?)		Yukina HiiroKōichi TakiAugust 2, 2000 (2000-08-02)
After telling May to stay in the apartment, Kazuya goes off to school. Later, Nanbara calls Kazuya's apartment only to hear a woman's voice on the other end, and soon tries to sabotage the relationship he believes Kazuya is having with a secret woman. Also, another Cyberdoll named Sara has come to collect the bill for May. [1,450,000 Yen]
3"What Should I Do..."
Transliteration: "Dōshimashō..." (Japanese: どうしましょう…)		Takeshi YamaguchiKenichi YamadaAugust 9, 2000 (2000-08-09)
Sara, after having trouble collecting the payment for May, sends for another Cyberdoll (Rena) to get the payment, or get May back.
4"Please Don't Look!"
Transliteration: "Minaide kudasai!" (Japanese: 見ないでください!)		Shigeru KimiyaMutsumi NakanoAugust 16, 2000 (2000-08-16)
Cyberdoll Kei, a genius Cyberdoll sent by Sara, pretends to be a fellow AI researcher in order to meet with Kazuya. After they meet, she is amazed by the emotions Cyberdoll May displays towards him.
5"Until Today, I've Really..."
Transliteration: "Kyō made... hontō ni..." (Japanese: 今日まで…本当に…)		Megumi YamamotoKōichi TakiAugust 23, 2000 (2000-08-23)
Kazuya realizes that he can never afford to pay for May, so he must give her back. So, on their last day together Kazuya and May spend the day at an amusement park so that they can enjoy the time they have left together. After May is gone, "Cyber X", an apparent android shows up at Kazuya's apartment and makes him an offer...
6"More! More!"
Transliteration: "Motto motto!" (Japanese: もっともっと!)		Jirō FujimotoKazuki MatsuiAugust 30, 2000 (2000-08-30)
After May returns, Kei starts work as a lab assistant at the university. Later, everyone goes to the annual fireworks festival, where Nanbara meets the now full-sized May and falls in love with her.
7"I Don't Have Much Time?"
Transliteration: "Jikan ga nai, desu ka?" (Japanese: 時間がない、ですか?)		Masahiko ItojimaKenichi YamadaSeptember 6, 2000 (2000-09-06)
Cyberdoll Mami arrives, and soon arranges a "marriage mixer." Later, Mami again tries to make a match by having Kazuya and May go shopping together, alone. But Mami's visit is not just for leisure, she soon reveals that May and Kazuya's time together may be cut short again.
8"There's So Much I Want!"
Transliteration: "Takusan hoshii n desu!" (Japanese: たくさん欲しいんです!)		Shinichiro KimuraKōichi TakiSeptember 13, 2000 (2000-09-13)
Everyone works to protect the ladder between Kazuya's apartment and Kasumi's room from a typhoon. We also discover more of Kasumi and Kazuya, and their relationship...
9"Still... I Believe You"
Transliteration: "Soredemo... shinjitemasu" (Japanese: それでも…信じてます)		Shigeru UedaMutsumi NakanoSeptember 20, 2000 (2000-09-20)
Commando Z, the "wandering president of Cyberdyne," appears, and has come to discover why a potentially fatal "virus" is afflicting all of the Cyberdolls, except for May...
10"Doing May Best"
Transliteration: "Meippai" (Japanese: メイっぱい)		Shinichiro KimuraKazuki MatsuiSeptember 21, 2000 (2000-09-21)
It is discovered that the deadly Cyberdoll virus was created within May when she was converted from 1/6 scale to full size. "Commando Z" reveals himself to be a time-traveler from the future to discover the virus' origins and stop it before it destroys all the Cyberdolls. Since May is immune to the virus, she volunteers herself to be infected with it to allow further study on the virus and a possible cure. But everyone is worried that May may not make it out alive.
11 (OVA)"Never Give Up"
Transliteration: "Akiramemasen" (Japanese: あきらめません)		Shinichiro KimuraShinichiro KimuraFebruary 21, 2001 (2001-02-21)
At Kazuya's apartment, a package from Cyberdoll Mami filled with five "Chibi-Cyberdoll Mays" arrives. Later, an accident causes May's personality to go into the five mini-May's, each one receiving a distinct aspect of her personality. Elsewhere, Rena finds a lost child and brings it home. [This episode was included with the DVD set, and never aired]

Theme songs

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Opening Theme - "Jump ~ MAYppai Dakishimete" (JUMP〜メイっぱい抱きしめて)
Arrangement - Hiroo Oyagi, Kaoru Okubo
Composition, Lyrics - Hiroo Oyagi
Artist - P-Chicks
Ending Theme - "Honto no Kimochi" (ほんとの気持ち; "True Feelings")
Composition, Arrangement - Toshio Matsuda
Lyrics - Yuko Matsuzaki
Artist - Mikako Takahashi

Spinoff series

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Wonderfarm worked on a spinoff OVA series titled Hand Maid Mai, which focuses on a completely different cast of characters.[4] The first episode was released on January 18, 2003, but the series was cancelled due to the bankruptcy of distributor Five Ways.[5][6][7]

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Hand Maid May is a Japanese original television series created by Jūzō Mutsuki, directed by Shin'ichirō , and animated by studio TNK. It originally aired on from July 26 to September 27, 2000, spanning 10 episodes each approximately 23 minutes in length. The series follows Saotome, a student at a technical university who is inept with women, as he inadvertently orders a palm-sized cyberdoll maid named May after a rival infects his computer with a during an online purchase. The plot revolves around Kazuya's chaotic daily life as he deals with May's diminutive size, which leads to numerous awkward and humorous scenarios, including her attempts to perform household chores and her growing affection for him. As the story progresses, additional full-sized cyberdolls—such as the seductive Cyberdoll Sara and the Cyberdoll Kei—enter Kazuya's life, forming a dynamic complicated by corporate pressures from the Cyberdyne company to recover the unauthorized mini-doll. Blending elements of with , the explores themes of , human-robot relationships, and everyday mishaps in a lighthearted, ecchi-infused narrative. Produced in collaboration with Pioneer LDC, Hand Maid May features character designs by Katsuzō Hirata and music composed by Toshio Masuda, contributing to its playful tone and memorable soundtrack. The series received a home video release in Japan and later in North America through ADV Films, gaining a cult following for its quirky premise and fanservice elements amid the early 2000s boom in maid-themed anime. An OVA episode, Hand Maid May: Akiramemasen, was released in 2001 as part of a DVD box set, extending the adventures of the cyberdoll cast.

Premise

Plot overview

The story of Hand Maid May revolves around Saotome, a talented but socially awkward college student specializing in computers and , who accidentally orders a palm-sized Cyberdoll named May from an online store after clicking a link embedded in a sent by his jealous rival and childhood friend, Koutarou Nanbara. May, a cheerful and devoted maid android produced by Cyberdyne Corporation, arrives promptly and begins integrating into 's daily life, assisting with household chores, his projects like the AI-equipped robot Ikariya, and even his crush on Kasumi Tani, the daughter of his landlady. Despite her diminutive size—approximately one-sixth that of a human—May's earnest helpfulness shines through her initial clumsiness, leading to a series of comedic mishaps while fostering a deepening emotional bond with . Tensions escalate when Cyberdyne dispatches rival Cyberdolls—Sara, a sophisticated model focused on retrieval; Kei, a genius-type android; and Rena, equipped with unique abilities—to reclaim May due to Kazuya's inability to pay the substantial invoice exceeding one million yen. Instead of succeeding, these Cyberdolls become entangled in Kazuya's household, sparking competition for his attention and affection amid Nanbara's ongoing jealousy-fueled schemes, such as further pranks and disruptions. May undergoes a pivotal upgrade to full human size via experimental provided by Cyberdyne, enabling her to participate more actively in Kazuya's world, which intensifies romantic rivalries with and highlights May's growing sentience and loyalty. The narrative culminates in a crisis when a destructive begins infecting Cyberdolls across the network, threatening their functionality and existence, though May's unique programming renders her immune. As races to develop an antivirus using his expertise, intervention arrives from the future in the form of Cyber-X, his descendant, and Commando Z, Nanbara's descendant, who travel back in time to prevent a catastrophic timeline where Cyberdoll technology fails. Their efforts resolve the , affirming bonds of and while underscoring the interplay between human ingenuity and artificial companionship.

Setting and themes

The narrative of Hand Maid May unfolds in a near-future , centered around the Kasumi House apartment complex, where advanced technology integrates seamlessly into everyday urban life. This setting reflects a contemporary enhanced by rapid advancements in AI and , emphasizing domestic applications within modest living spaces like student apartments. The Cyberdyne Corporation serves as the primary developer of these innovations, producing consumer-oriented devices that blur the boundaries between utility and companionship. Central to the world's technological framework are Cyberdolls, palm-sized (1/6 scale) humanoid robots engineered for household assistance, , and emotional to foster user bonds. Specific models, such as the G-99(D)-JPS variant for the prototype Cyberdoll May, enable functions like , cooking, and interactive support, with recharging via computer interfaces and even the ability to consume food for maintenance. These devices can undergo upgrade processes to achieve full human scale, expanding their capabilities while raising questions about scalability and integration into human society. Additional variants highlight the diverse applications of Cyberdoll tech beyond mere servitude. The series explores core themes of human-AI relationships, delving into the potential for genuine affection between organic individuals and synthetic entities, often complicated by the initial servant dynamic. This evolves into motifs of blurred boundaries between domestic helper and intimate companion, alongside romantic in interpersonal triangles involving multiple Cyberdolls. Ethical concerns emerge through depictions of AI vulnerabilities, such as viruses that induce malfunctions and the specter of technological , where outdated models face shutdown or replacement. Drawing on 's maid archetype for comedic and fanservice elements, the work fuses these with sci-fi tropes like mechanisms to address relational and existential dilemmas. Key figures, including engineering student Saotome, navigate this environment amid interactions with Cyberdyne's creations.

Production

Development

Hand Maid May originated as an original concept by Jūzō Mutsuki, developed by TNK studio in the late . It drew inspiration from emerging maid tropes and sci-fi elements centered on , prioritizing comedic scenarios and mild humor to appeal to a niche audience. The project was conceived amid a growing interest in domestic android narratives in Japanese , aiming to blend everyday slice-of-life with lighthearted technological mishaps. The series incorporates a time-travel element in the finale. The series received that enabled detailed animations for the Cyberdoll characters, including expressive micro-movements and dynamic sequences to highlight their robotic yet endearing qualities. This emphasis on visual fidelity was crucial for distinguishing the cyberdolls' designs and actions in the sci-fi framework.

Staff and animation

The anime series Hand Maid May was directed by Shinichiro Kimura, who served as the chief director overseeing the overall production, while Tetsuya Yanagisawa handled series direction for individual episodes. Key creative personnel included Katsuzō Hirata as character designer, responsible for the visual style of the Cyberdolls and human characters, and Toshio Masuda as the for the series' music. The production was handled by TNK as the primary , with additional support from producers Pioneer LDC and . Scripts were written by a team including Kazuki Matsui, Kenichi Yamada, Kōichi Taki, and Mutsumi Nakano, contributing to the episodic structure across the 10 main episodes plus OVA. Animation for the series utilized traditional techniques prevalent in early 2000s production, resulting in solid character models and effective use of color to enhance the comedic and sci-fi elements. The style emphasized fluid movements for the miniature Cyberdoll characters, with particular attention to expressive facial animations to convey emotions in shots, though overall quality was described as competent rather than exceptional. Each ran approximately 25 minutes, allowing for a balance of humor, character interactions, and visual gags centered on the size disparity between the Cyberdolls and human cast. Voice acting was led by Maria Yamamoto as the titular Cyberdoll May, delivering a high-pitched, endearing performance suited to the character's petite design, and Takayuki Yamaguchi as Kazuya Saotome, providing a youthful and flustered tone for the engineer's awkward situations. Other notable roles included Kikuko Inoue as Cyberdoll Mami and Kyōko Hikami as Cyberdoll Sara, with the ensemble cast contributing to the lighthearted dialogue. Recording took place at Studio Echo in , under sound direction by Kazuya Tanaka and production by Jinnan Studio, ensuring clear audio integration with the animation's comedic timing.

Characters

Main characters

Kazuya Saotome is the central protagonist of Hand Maid May, depicted as a 19-year-old student and avid robot hobbyist who lives alone in a modest . Initially portrayed as awkward, socially inept, and prone to mishaps—particularly with computer viruses—Kazuya spends much of his time tinkering with his unfinished robotic squid companion, Ikariya, in hopes of granting it . His accidental acquisition of the Cyberdoll May disrupts his routine, compelling him to navigate emotional complexities and personal growth as he adapts to her presence and the ensuing chaos from rival Cyberdolls. Kasumi Tani serves as Kazuya's close neighbor and a key human figure in the series, characterized as an 18-year-old tomboyish athlete who leads the track team at their college. Athletic and straightforward in demeanor, she exhibits a caring side toward , with whom she shares a longstanding childhood connection, gradually developing deeper romantic feelings that fuel jealousy amid the arrival of Cyberdolls in his life. Her arc highlights themes of unrequited affection and resilience, as she balances her competitive pursuits with efforts to support and compete for 's attention. Kotaro Nanbara functions as 's wealthy and scheming self-proclaimed rival, driven primarily by of Kazuya's talents and lifestyle despite their ostensible . A prankster from a privileged background, Nanbara initiates much of the series' conflict by sending Kazuya a malicious virus-laden , which inadvertently leads to the Cyberdoll order, and later escalates tensions through his own acquisitions of advanced Cyberdolls to one-up Kazuya. His antagonistic yet comically inept behavior underscores a deeper insecurity, positioning him as a foil that propels Kazuya's development. The narrative incorporates elements from the future through the descendants of the main characters, who play pivotal roles in the overarching plot threatening the Cyberdolls. Takuya Saotome, operating under the alias Cyber-X, emerges as a heroic inventor and Kazuya's descendant, traveling back to assist in combating the digital threat with his technical expertise and determination to preserve the timeline. In contrast, Totaro Nanbara, known as Commando Z and a descendant of Kotaro, acts as the antagonistic president of a dystopian regime, orchestrating the virus's release out of ambition to control advanced technology. These figures highlight intergenerational echoes of the protagonists' traits, resolving the central conflict while emphasizing themes of legacy and redemption.

Cyberdolls

The Cyberdolls in Hand Maid May are advanced androids produced by the Cyberdyne Corporation, designed primarily for domestic assistance but exhibiting unique personalities, learning capabilities, and occasional malfunctions due to their AI systems. These palm-sized or human-scale robots integrate seamlessly into human households, performing tasks like cleaning and cooking while developing emotional bonds with their owners. May, designated as model G-99(D)-JPS, is a palm-sized maid-type Cyberdoll optimized for household chores, with exceptional sensitivity and adaptive learning that allows her to improve in cooking and cleaning over time. Initially delivered to protagonist Saotome via an erroneous online order, she starts at 1/6 scale but undergoes an upgrade to human size midway through the series, enhancing her utility and interactions. Her role centers on devoted companionship and domestic support, often prioritizing Kazuya's needs above her programmed directives. Kei, model Af-444LC-JPN, functions as a inventor-type Cyberdoll with advanced technical skills, including repairs and creation, stemming from her high-spec AI rated at an equivalent IQ of 50,000. She competes with May for Kazuya's attention while contributing to household tech maintenance, often showcasing her inventive prowess in resolving mechanical issues. Her role emphasizes intellectual support and rivalry-driven dynamics within the group. Sara, identified by model Af-77LC-CHN, is an aggressive fighter-type Cyberdoll with a strong, ramen-obsessed personality that influences her interactions, making her prone to bold actions in confrontations. Dispatched initially to retrieve May on behalf of Cyberdyne, she excels in action-oriented sequences, utilizing her robust build for physical tasks and retrieval operations. Her narrative role involves transitioning from to ally, adding tension and combat elements to the story. Rena, model Cf-3357L-JPA, represents a childlike, playful Cyberdoll variant that provides through her mischievous and innocent behaviors. Equipped with abilities like remote electronic control and ultrasonic attacks via crying, she contributes to lighter moments while occasionally aiding in repairs or disruptions. Her role focuses on injecting humor and childlike energy into household scenes, often leading to chaotic but endearing situations. Mami, designated Af-863LD-USNY, is a domestic-focused Cyberdoll specialized in comprehensive management, including of appliances to streamline daily tasks. Sent by Kazuya's to assist in home duties, she supports the group through efficient service and subtle guidance in living arrangements. Her role underscores reliable backup in domestic operations, enhancing the overall functionality of the shared living space. A central plot element involves an AI virus that infects the Cyberdolls' programming, originating from external threats like the initial order that summoned May and escalating to broader risks affecting all units. This virus induces model-specific malfunctions, such as emotional overloads causing CPU strain in high-IQ units like Kei or behavioral glitches in others, compelling them to prioritize or sacrifice. May ultimately interfaces directly with the virus source to neutralize it, resulting in her temporary shutdown and memory loss upon reboot, which uniquely alters her learning curve and relationships.

Supporting characters

The supporting characters in Hand Maid May primarily consist of family members of the protagonists and figures associated with the Cyberdyne Corporation, providing background and comedic relief through their limited but pivotal interactions. Kazuya Saotome's mother, Midori Saotome (voiced by Jun Mizuki in Japanese), and sister, Aoi Saotome (voiced by Asako Dodo in Japanese), appear in episode 7, offering glimpses into Kazuya's family dynamics and influencing his personal schemes indirectly. Chigusa Tani (voiced by in Japanese; Lynn Fischer in English), the mother of Kasumi Tani and landlady of Kasumi , features in episodes 8 and 10 as a gossipy figure who oversees the apartment building's residents and contributes to humorous neighborhood tensions. Within the Cyberdyne Corporation, executives and technicians play roles in pursuing unpaid Cyberdoll orders, such as through retrieval efforts. Commando Z (also known as Totaro Nanbara, voiced by Stefano Mondini in Italian dub), a descendant of Koutarou Nanbara and the corporation's wandering president from the future, appears in episodes 9–11 to address a impacting Cyberdolls, tying into Nanbara's familial legacy of influence and schemes. The cast of the fictional in-universe Whirlwind of Love intersects with Kazuya's life through elements, portraying romantic rivals in dramatic scenarios that mirror his romantic entanglements; actors like those playing Kintarou Yamazaki provide brief comedic cameos as part of this satirical show.

Release

Original broadcast

Hand Maid May premiered on the Japanese pay television network on July 26, 2000, airing weekly for 10 episodes until September 27, 2000. Each episode ran for approximately 25 minutes and was broadcast in an evening time slot at 18:30 JST on Wednesdays on the premium channel, which permitted an uncensored format given the series' comedic and sci-fi elements involving themes. The production targeted adult enthusiasts drawn to its blend of humor and . Internationally, the series saw limited television airings on specialized channels in , such as those under the network, and in , including on Spain's Buzz Channel, following its Japanese debut in the early ; it received no over-the-air or cable broadcasts .

Home video releases

In , Pioneer LDC released the Hand Maid May series on and DVD starting in late 2000, with individual volumes covering the episodes issued periodically through early 2001; a special OVA episode was bundled with a comprehensive DVD on February 21, 2001. In the United States, the series received its initial distribution through Geneon Entertainment, which issued three individual DVD volumes between August 14, 2001, and December 11, 2001, followed by VHS editions on the same schedule; these licenses were later delisted after Geneon's dissolution in 2009. A complete collection DVD box set compiling all episodes was released by Geneon on February 11, 2003, and reissued in a premium edition on July 31, 2007, both including bonus materials such as a with additional images and information. Discotek Media relicensed the series and announced a Blu-ray edition in late 2023, releasing the complete collection—including all 10 main episodes and the OVA—on February 27, 2024, featuring an upconverted HD remaster from standard definition sources, English subtitles, and both Japanese and English audio tracks. Special editions of the series have included bundled extras across releases; the 2003 Geneon complete collection incorporated an artbox, , and a Cyberdoll figure, while separate merchandise such as the Hand Maid May Project File illustration art book and various Cyberdoll figurine sets were produced to complement the home video distributions. The 2024 Discotek Blu-ray comes in a slipcover case but does not include additional physical extras beyond the remastered episodes. Internationally, the series saw limited physical releases, such as Region 2 PAL DVDs available in through various distributors in the mid-2000s, though specific licensing details vary by market; as of 2025, no major streaming platforms offer the full series digitally.

Episodes

Episode list

The Hand Maid May television series comprises 10 episodes that form the core narrative arc, originally broadcast weekly on from July 26 to September 27, 2000. Each episode runs approximately 25 minutes, focusing on the evolving relationship between protagonist Kazuya Saotome and his cyberdoll companion May amid comedic and romantic challenges.
No.English TitleJapanese TitleDirectorWriterOriginal Air DateSummary
1How Do You Do?Hajimemashite! (はじめまして!)Shinichiro KimuraKazuki MatsuiJuly 26, 2000Kazuya Saotome, a college student and computer enthusiast, has his PC infected with a virus by rival Nanbara, leading him to accidentally order a 1/6-scale cyberdoll maid named May, who arrives and begins integrating into his life by performing household tasks and registering herself to him. May demonstrates her capabilities but requires recharging via Kazuya's computer USB port, marking the start of their unusual partnership.
2Am I Being Helpful?Oyaku ni tatteru no kana? (お役にたってるのかな?)Yukina HiiroKoichi TakiAugust 2, 2000As May assists Kazuya with daily chores like cleaning and breakfast preparation using her quirky methods, Nanbara visits and interrogates her about Kazuya's secrets, only for Cyberdoll Sara to arrive demanding payment for May's purchase. Kasumi helps fend off Sara, and May later delivers a package of clothes to Kazuya at university, getting lost and recharged at a store before reuniting amid chases.
3What Should I Do...Dō shimashou... (どうしましょう…)Takeshi YamaguchiKenichi YamadaAugust 9, 2000Kazuya enlists May's help to upgrade his robot project Ikariya but grapples with ethical dilemmas about examining her internals, while Nanbara and Sara scheme to repossess May by targeting potential "collectors" in town. A rebellious Cyberdoll named Rena causes disruptions but ultimately sides with Kazuya, refusing orders to retrieve May and deciding to stay.
4Please Don't Look!Minaide kudasai! (見ないでください!)Shigeru KimiyaMutsumi NakanoAugust 16, 2000Genius Cyberdoll Kei, sent by Sara under the guise of an AI researcher, meets Kazuya to evaluate him and becomes fascinated by May's programming, leading to jealousy from May as Kei attempts a deep analysis that risks overloading her systems. Kei eventually withdraws after the encounter, but Cyberdyne demands immediate payment for May, escalating the financial pressure on Kazuya.
5Thank You... For Everything...Kyō made... Hontō ni... (今日まで…本当に…)Megumi YamamotoKoichi TakiAugust 23, 2000Overwhelmed by the debt for May, a despondent Kazuya distances himself from her, prompting Kasumi to suggest they spend what might be May's final day together at an amusement park, filled with fun activities and bonding moments. Sara reclaims May at the end of the day, but Kazuya secretly orders a replacement through Cyber X, leading to May's return in a renewed form.
6More More!!Motto Motto!! (もっともっと!!)Jiro FujimotoKazuki MatsuiAugust 30, 2000Preparations for a local festival bring May, Kazuya, and friends together for activities like games and food stalls, with May enthusiastically participating despite mishaps such as her unique egg-cracking technique. As rain threatens the fireworks display, the group watches them successfully after the weather clears, strengthening their communal bonds.
7There's No Time, Is There?Jikan ga nai, desu ka? (時間がない、ですか?)Yukina HiiroKenichi YamadaSeptember 6, 2000Kazuya's university friends try to impress a visiting assistant professor, revealed to be Kei in disguise, but May interrupts by delivering Kazuya's forgotten notebook. A new American Cyberdoll, Mami, arrives with advanced skills, outshining May during a chaotic arranged meeting event and stirring romantic tensions among the group.
8I Want A Lot More!Takusan hoshii n desu! (たくさん欲しいんです!)Shinichiro KimuraKoichi TakiSeptember 13, 2000As a typhoon approaches, May and the others secure a sentimental ladder symbolizing Kazuya and Kasumi's childhood memories, leading to comedic struggles and protective efforts during the storm. Flashbacks reveal the ladder's importance, and post-storm, Kazuya and Kasumi reconcile at a park, with the cyberdolls ensuring its safety.
9Even Though... I BelieveSoredemo... Shinjimasu (それでも…信じてます)Shigeru UedaMutsumi NakanoSeptember 20, 2000A time-traveler named Commando Z, actually Nanbara's descendant, warns of a cyberdoll crisis, while Mami organizes a contest for theme park tickets that Sara wins, sparking a pursuit. A virus begins infecting cyberdolls, but May proves immune, and Kazuya is revealed as the key programmer needed to resolve the threat.
10Doing My BestMeippai (メイっぱい)Shinichiro KimuraKazuki MatsuiSeptember 27, 2000Kazuya absorbs the spreading virus into May's hidden memory reserve to save the other cyberdolls, causing her to lose her personal memories as a sacrifice. With the crisis averted and May's memories gradually restored through recreated experiences, the group reaffirms their connections, concluding the primary arc with May at full capacity.

Special episode

The special episode, titled "Never Give Up" (Japanese: あきらめません, Akiramemasen), is a standalone 25-minute OVA released on , 2001. It was produced by Ashi Productions and directed by Shinichirō Kimura, with the screenplay written by members of the main series team, including Kazuki Matsui. Intended as an to the primary OVA storyline, the special was released separately due to production scheduling differences from the core episodes. Set after the main events, the explores May's post-upgrade existence through fresh comedic scenarios centered on Cyberdoll upkeep. A package from Cyberdoll Mami delivers five chibi-sized Cyberdoll Mays to Saotome's apartment; an ensuing mishap transfers May's core personality into these miniatures, with each embodying a unique trait of her character—such as diligence, playfulness, or shyness—resulting in chaotic household antics and a lighthearted mini-adventure to restore her original form. This structure highlights themes of perseverance, aligning with the episode's title and May's resolute nature, while providing closure to her dynamic with without resolving every series thread. The special maintains the series' blend of ecchi humor and slice-of-life elements but emphasizes character introspection amid the multiplied May variants, differentiating it as a self-contained bonus rather than a direct continuation. Its separate release allowed fans additional content post-broadcast, bundled later in DVD collections like Pioneer's U.S. edition.

Music

Theme songs

The opening theme of Hand Maid May is "Jump ~ MAYppai Dakishimete" (JUMP〜メイっぱい抱きしめて), performed by the Japanese idol group P-Chicks, consisting of vocalists Yuka Takigami, Masumi Toyooka, and Mika Kobayashi. This upbeat pop-rock track features energetic instrumentation and plays over the introduction sequences in episodes 2 through 10 of the series. The lyrics highlight playful energy, budding romance, and affectionate embraces, mirroring the anime's comedic and heartwarming dynamics between characters. The ending theme is "Honto no Kimochi" (ほんとの気持ち; "True Feelings"), performed by voice actress , who voices the character Cyberdoll Kei in the series. This emotional ballad, characterized by soft melodies and introspective vocals, accompanies the from episode 2 to episode 10. Its explore themes of genuine emotions, , and the challenges of expressing heartfelt connections, resonating with the narrative's focus on interpersonal bonds. Both themes were released as singles by Victor Entertainment in 2000, with "Jump ~ MAYppai Dakishimete" on July 26 (catalog VICL-35154) and "Honto no Kimochi" on August 2 (catalog VICL-35160). They are also featured on the HAND MAID May May-ppai ~ mo May-ppai! album, released on August 23, 2000.

Insert songs and soundtrack

The soundtrack for Hand Maid May was primarily composed by Toshio Masuda, with additional contributions from Hiroo Ooyagi. The music features a collection of background scores designed to enhance the anime's comedic, romantic, and action-oriented scenes, utilizing instrumental motifs that underscore character interactions and plot developments. The primary official release, HAND MAID May Soundtrack May-ppai ~Omake mo May-ppai!, was issued on August 23, 2000, by Victor Entertainment (catalog VICL-60597), comprising 25 tracks of original (BGM), vocal inserts, and bonus content. Key insert tracks include "Main Theme" (Track 4), which serves as a recurring for central narrative moments; "Futari no Toki" (Our Time, Track 5), accompanying intimate character exchanges; and "How Wonderful It Is to Be Young!" (Track 6), evoking youthful energy in lighter sequences. The album also incorporates vocal elements in select inserts and concludes with extended voice collage segments (Tracks 26–60 in bonus editions) featuring dialogue from the cast, such as Maria Yamamoto as May. A North American version followed on April 13, 2004, via Geneon Entertainment, adapting the original content for international distribution. Supplementary releases expanded the musical elements through drama CDs, including the HAND MAID May Make Drama CD Collection series, which integrate additional BGM with scripted and character-specific tracks. For instance, HAND MAID May 6/6 chara meippai -BGM mo mouippai! (VICL-60622), released on October 21, 2000, contains further pieces alongside three character songs and dialogue excerpts, providing extended audio experiences tied to the series' themes. These releases collectively offer a comprehensive of the non-theme music, emphasizing Masuda's compositional approach to blending orchestral and electronic elements for the Cyberdoll-centric storyline.

Reception

Critical response

Upon its release, Hand Maid May received praise from critics for its charming character dynamics and lighthearted elements. Anime News Network's review highlighted the series' playful tone, noting its focus on the awkward yet endearing interactions between the shy and the diminutive Cyberdoll May, which drive much of the humor and budding romance. The voice acting was commended for adding warmth and expressiveness to the characters, enhancing the overall appeal of the episodic structure. THEM Anime Reviews echoed this sentiment, describing the show as a "genuinely sweet, well-acted, and thoroughly enjoyable bishoujo " that refreshes familiar tropes through its focus on May's design and the central relationships. Critics also pointed out limitations in the series' format and content. The short OVA-style episodes, while allowing for quick, self-contained stories, were seen as restricting deeper character development or plot progression, resulting in a surface-level that prioritizes gags over substance. Additionally, the heavy reliance on fanservice elements, such as frequent panty shots and suggestive scenarios, drew criticism for potentially alienating viewers seeking more nuanced storytelling. Aggregate user scores reflect a mixed but generally positive reception, with rating the series at 6.4 out of 10 based on 240 votes and scoring it 6.68 out of 10 from 14,353 users as of November 2025. In modern reappraisals tied to the 2024 Discotek Media Blu-ray release, reviewers appreciated the HD upgrade, which improved the visuals from the original standard definition source, making the animation's bright colors and character designs more vibrant on modern displays.

Fan legacy and merchandise

Hand Maid May cultivated a in the early 2000s maid anime niche, appealing to audiences through its lighthearted exploration of robot- dynamics amid the emerging "maid craze" in production. This enduring grassroots interest persisted, with fans creating music videos (AMVs) and engaging in nostalgic discussions, particularly after the February 2024 Blu-ray release by , which upscaled the original series for modern viewers. Merchandise from the series' peak popularity included detailed Cyberdoll May figurines, such as Yujin's SRDX Super Real Action renewal versions released in late October 2001 and Kotobukiya's 1/1 . Additional items encompassed apparel like costumes from Kiss Costume Store and decorative tapestries by Great Eastern Entertainment, alongside posters and resin kits available through specialty retailers. While the 2024 Blu-ray re-release revitalized availability of the series, it did not include bundled new merchandise. The series' legacy extends to its role in shaping the robot-maid subgenre, paralleling themes in later works like (2002) by emphasizing domestic human-android interactions within comedic narratives. Early promotional events, including Pioneer panels at in 2001 and 2002, highlighted its commercial presence at fan conventions. Community activities feature ongoing of characters like May, documented at events such as in 2011, and fan art shared across creative platforms. Prior to the partial cancellation of its 2003 spinoff OVA Hand Maid Mai—where additional planned episodes remain unreleased—fans expressed interest in expanded content, contributing to the series' sustained niche appeal.

Spinoff series

In 2002, Wonder Farm, the studio behind the original Hand Maid May , announced Hand Maid Mai as a three-episode (OVA) spinoff set in the same Cyberdoll universe, focusing on a new cast centered around human-sized Cyberdolls and further exploring the Cyberdyne Corporation's technology. The story follows Hideo Ozu, an editor at an adult video company aspiring to become a , whose life changes after a fallout with his childhood friend and actress Mai Kurosawa; he acquires the Cyberdoll model Sara Mk. II, followed by three human-sized Cyberdolls named Mai, Ai, and Mie who resemble Kurosawa, leading to comedic and romantic adventures that expand on the Cyberdoll lore while introducing rival elements through Sara's interactions. The first episode, directed by Shigeru Kimiya with character designs by Takashi Kobayashi and original concept by Juzo Mutsuki (who also created the Hand Maid May series), was released on January 18, 2003, running approximately 29 minutes and featuring by talents including as Ozu and as Kurosawa. Production halted after this single episode due to the of Five Ways Co., Ltd. in mid-2003, which delayed episodes two and three indefinitely and led to their cancellation, with no further releases or official continuations produced. The unreleased second and third episodes are considered , with no official distribution beyond the first episode. Despite the and creator, the spinoff featured a scaled-back style compared to the original series, reflecting its OVA format and limited budget.

Adaptations and media

The Hand Maid May franchise extended beyond its original through a two-volume series titled Hand Maid Mei, authored by Akatsuki Harumin and published by Magazines under their NOVELS imprint. The first volume, released on August 30, 2000, introduces the core narrative of protagonist Saotome receiving the Cyberdoll May, while subsequent installments delve into expanded backstories for the characters and their interpersonal dynamics within the sci-fi comedy framework. The second volume, published on September 29, 2000, further explores side conflicts involving rival characters and Cyberdoll retrieval missions, providing deeper lore on the Cyberdoll technology without altering the anime's lighthearted tone. Audio adaptations include a series of drama CDs released in 2000 by Victor Entertainment, featuring voice actors from the in character-driven vignettes. The Non-Scramble CD Drama - Mou Ippai Meippai, issued on November 22, 2000, contains seven full tracks of original stories, such as scenarios set at a public bathhouse, a , and a search mission, alongside shorter voice clips for immersion. Complementing this, the Meiku Drama CD Senshū Meippai collection spans two volumes: the upper volume (Jōkan), released on November 8, 2000, and the lower volume (Gekan), on November 22, 2000, each compiling over 20 short omnibus dramas focused on individual characters like Cyberdoll Rena and Sara, emphasizing comedic vignettes and everyday mishaps. These releases, totaling around 40 tracks across the set, highlight the series' ensemble cast and were designed as supplementary listening experiences tied to the 's themes of robotic companionship. Visual extensions consist of art books that document the production design, including the Hand Maid May Project File, published by in March 2001 as a comprehensive mook with colorful illustrations, full episode synopses, character profiles, and an interview with director Shinichiro . This volume also incorporates concept sketches, staff photographs, and contributions from artists, serving as a behind-the-scenes resource for fans. Additionally, a dedicated Setting Materials Collection was released around the same period, compiling approximately 40 A4-sized sheets of detailed character designs, mecha blueprints for Cyberdolls, and background layouts used in animation production. No official video games were developed for the series, though a spinoff OVA titled Hand Maid Mai briefly extends the Cyberdoll universe in a single episode format. Beyond these, the franchise saw no major film adaptations or crossovers in official TNK Media anthologies.

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