Yaemori’s Jiangshi Cosplay Image Revealed

Illustrator Kanna Hirayama, the character designer for the series Rent-a-Girlfriend and Oshi no Ko, released a special birthday illustration of the character Mini Yaemori on April 12, 2026.

The artwork was shared via Hirayama’s X account, where she presented the character in a Jiangshi cosplay. This attire is based on the hopping vampires found in Chinese folklore.

Details of the Illustration

The illustration depicts Mini Yaemori set against a traditional Chinese-style background. To align with the Jiangshi theme, the character is shown wearing a traditional official’s robe and a talisman on her forehead.

Despite the costume change, the artwork retains Yaemori’s signature visual traits. Specifically, her hair with blue highlights is styled into pigtails, maintaining the character’s iconic gaze.

Hirayama accompanied the image with a message stating, It’s Yaemori-san in Jiangshi cosplay. Happy Birthday!!

Community Celebration

To coordinate the celebration, Hirayama utilized the hashtag #야에모리미니생일제2026, also known as #MiniYaemoriBirthdayFestival2026. This prompted a series of celebratory posts from the anime community.

The release of the image has generated a significant response across social media platforms, with the illustration quickly becoming a viral topic among fans of the Rent-a-Girlfriend universe.

About Kanna Hirayama

Kanna Hirayama is recognized as a prominent visual architect in the anime industry. Her work as a character designer is central to the visual identity of two major hits: Rent-a-Girlfriend and Oshi no Ko.

Hirayama’s distinct art style is noted for its ability to create characters that resonate both visually and emotionally with a global audience. The recent birthday tribute demonstrates her approach to reinterpreting her own characters by blending modern aesthetics with traditional folklore settings.