The 2nd 'Rascal Does Not Dream' Short Story Collection, 'Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream +', to be Released by Dengeki Bunko & Pre-orders Start! Special Edition with Luxurious Drama CD and Limited Sets with Goods Also Available

KADOKAWA Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director, President, CEO: Takeshi Natsuno) will release 'Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream +' (Author: Hajime Kamoshida, Illustrator: Keiji Mizoguchi) from Dengeki Bunko on Friday, October 9, 2026. A special edition with a drama CD is also scheduled to be released simultaneously, with pre-orders for both the regular and special editions starting on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. This work is the second short story series, following 'Rascal Does Not Dream of a Beach Queen +'. To commemorate the release, an autograph session and sales of new merchandise are also planned, so please look forward to further announcements.

・'Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream +' Book Page https://www.kadokawa.co.jp/product/322511000378/

Book Information 'Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream +' Author: Hajime Kamoshida, Illustrator: Keiji Mizoguchi Publisher: KADOKAWA Corporation (Dengeki Bunko) Release Date: Scheduled for Friday, October 9, 2026 Price: 858 yen (780 yen + tax) ISBN: 9784049169768 Book Information: https://www.kadokawa.co.jp/product/322511000378/

[Synopsis] "I'm Sakuta Azusagawa, a first-year medical student." Sakuta, who had been living days far removed from Puberty Syndrome, finds his daily life shaken by the existence of 'Touko Kirishima' and begins to search for a solution. This is the second 'Aobuta' short story collection, featuring the newly written 'Dr. Pig' depicting another world of possibilities, and bonus novels 'Animal Land' and 'Spring Days'!

Special Edition with Drama CD 'Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream +' Author: Hajime Kamoshida, Illustrator: Keiji Mizoguchi Publisher: KADOKAWA Corporation (Dengeki Bunko) Release Date: Scheduled for Friday, October 9, 2026 Price: 3,300 yen (3,000 yen + tax) ISBN: 9784049522433 Book Information: https://www.kadokawa.co.jp/product/322602000179/

[Synopsis] "So, Sakuta-san, you're surrounded by beauties today, aren't you?" An celebration from Mai and Shoko for Sakuta, who passed the first teacher employment exam! And, as preparation for the second exam, the three decide to hold a mock interview—? Introducing a special edition with a drama CD, 'Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl', featuring an original scenario written by Hajime Kamoshida!

[Drama CD Cast] Sakuta Azusagawa: Kaito Ishikawa Mai Sakurajima: Asami Seto Shoko Makinohara: Inori Minase

★To ensure you get the special edition (paper book), please pre-order! Pre-orders are accepted until Wednesday, July 8, 2026. You can also pre-order at Kadost. ・Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream + https://store.kadokawa.co.jp/shop/g/g322511000378/ ・[Special Edition with Drama CD] Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream + https://store.kadokawa.co.jp/shop/g/g322602000179/

★The special edition (e-book) will be available exclusively on BOOK☆WALKER for one year from its release. Pre-order on BOOK☆WALKER here. https://bookwalker.jp/de17ade678-cce9-4f95-b3ea-30e6e3c2355b/

Paid Bonus Limited Set with Goods Furthermore, a limited product set including 'Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream +' and various goods will also start accepting pre-orders from Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Don't miss this opportunity! *This is a limited product available at Animate, Gamers, Melonbooks, Toranoana, and Kadost. *Sets with the drama CD special edition are also available. Pre-order page at Kadost here. https://store.kadokawa.co.jp/shop/e/ern00316/

Autograph Session Decided! An autograph session is planned to coincide with the release of 'Rascal Does Not Dream of Dr. Pig's Dream +' on Friday, October 9, 2026. Please await further announcements from Dengeki Bunko's official X account. ・Dengeki Bunko Official X: https://twitter.com/bunko_dengeki

New Manga Adaptation Project Starts! Manga artist Jako will fully colorize past 'Aobuta' SS (short stories) and short stories! The first installment will be a manga adaptation of the past bonus SS 'Rascal Does Not Dream of My Cat'. What did Mai give Sakuta for his birthday...? Look forward to further news on 'Rascal Does Not Dream of Precious Days +', an extra comic depicting the daily lives of the 'Aobuta' characters! ・'Rascal Does Not Dream' Series Comic Official X: https://twitter.com/aobuta_comic

Theatrical Anime Release Decided! The theatrical anime 'Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend' is scheduled to be released from Friday, October 16, 2026! Please look forward to further announcements. ・TV Anime Official Website: https://ao-buta.com/dearfriend/

What is Dengeki Bunko? A light novel label founded in June 1993. Dengeki Bunko has published original entertainment works across various genres, including fantasy, sci-fi, mystery, and romantic comedy. Many popular authors active today have emerged from the 'Dengeki Grand Prize,' a new talent gateway for novels and illustrations that started in the same year as the label's founding. It also develops various media mixes, such as anime, comics, live-action films, games, music, and events. 'Dengeki Bunko' is enjoyed by a wide range of people. Released around the 10th of every month.

Related Information ・Dengeki Bunko Official Website: https://dengekibunko.jp/ ・Dengeki Bunko Official X: https://twitter.com/bunko_dengeki ・'Rascal Does Not Dream' Series Novel Official Website: https://dengekibunko.jp/special/aobuta/ ・'Rascal Does Not Dream' Series Anime Official Website: https://ao-buta.com/dearfriend/ ・'Rascal Does Not Dream' Series Anime Official X: https://x.com/aobuta_anime