In this post, we take a closer look at the current status of the series “Bocchi the Rock!”, also known by the following titles:
- ぼっち・ざ・ろっく！
Status#
Based on our analysis, the series is NOT FINISHED. ❌
Here’s how we reached that conclusion:
- Some related entries are still listed as ongoing on MyAnimeList
- The series is listed as not ended on Trakt
- The original source material has not been fully adapted, according to MangaUpdates
Taken together, these points indicate that Bocchi the Rock! is still ongoing in some form.
Watch order#
Bocchi the Rock! ↗ ↖
Summary
High school student Hitori "Bocchi" Gotou has no social life or any friends—unless you count her guitar. She dreams of creating a school band in the hopes that using her instrument will elevate her social standing. However, despite spending the last two years diligently practicing guitar, she is no closer to her goal.Although she has gained a following online for her guitar covers of popular songs, Bocchi’s lack of social skills means that her dream may ultimately be impossible. But one day, drummer Nijika Ijichi spots Bocchi with her guitar alone in a park. Desperately in need of a guitarist, Nijika quickly recruits Bocchi to the band that Nijika has formed with bassist Ryou Yamada—Kessoku Band. Though overwhelmed and left floundering at the sudden social interaction, Bocchi realizes this may be the start of something bigger.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Bocchi the Rock! ranked eighth in the Best Printed Manga category at the fifth Tsugi ni Kuru Manga Awards in 2019. Kessoku Band is inspired by the J-rock band Asian Kung-Fu Generation, where the characters share surnames and instrument roles with their counterparts. The series has been published in English by Yen Press since October 17, 2023.
Bocchi the Rock! ↗ ↖
Summary
Yearning to make friends and perform live with a band, lonely and socially anxious Hitori "Bocchi" Gotou devotes her time to playing the guitar. On a fateful day, Bocchi meets the outgoing drummer Nijika Ijichi, who invites her to join Kessoku Band when their guitarist, Ikuyo Kita, flees before their first show. Soon after, Bocchi meets her final bandmate—the cool bassist Ryou Yamada.Although their first performance together is subpar, the girls feel empowered by their shared love for music, and they are soon rejoined by Kita. Finding happiness in performing, Bocchi and her bandmates put their hearts into improving as musicians while making the most of their fleeting high school days.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Bocchi the Rock! was released on Blu-ray and DVD in six volumes from December 28, 2022, to May 24, 2023.
Bocchi the Rock!: Gotou Futari no Onee-chan Kansatsu Nikki ↗ ↖
ぼっち・ざ・ろっく！ ごとうふたりのおねえちゃんかんさつにっき
Summary
This is a special program where we look back on the recent daily life of the main character, Hitori Gotou, from the observation of her younger sister, Futari Gotou.(Source: Bocchi the Rock! Wiki)
Background
This episode was later released as part of volume 5 special of the Blu-Ray and DVD release of the anime.
Bocchi the Rock! Gaiden: Hiroi Kikuri no Fukazake Nikki ↗ ↖
ぼっち・ざ・ろっく!外伝 廣井きくりの深酒日記
Summary
Kikuri Hiroi—genius bassist of Sick Hack, terror of concert venues, eternal deadbeat, and all-around poor role model—has long held that there's no problem you can't drink your way out of. Whether it's the failing economy, overdue rent bills, or just plain ol' social anxiety, a quick trip on the spiral of happiness will help everything work itself out in the end...right? Surely her personal life isn't a total disaster, right?!(Source: Yen Press)
Background
Bocchi the Rock! Gaiden: Hiroi Kikuri no Fukazake Nikki has been published in English as Bocchi the Rock! Side Story: Kikuri Hiroi’s Heavy-Drinking Diary by Yen Press since April 22, 2025.
Bocchi the Rock! Movie ↗ ↖
Bocchi the Rock! Re:
Summary
Theatrical compilation of Bocchi the Rock!
Bocchi the Rock! Epigraph ↗ ↖
Summary
Bocchi the Rock! Epigraph was distributed as a bonus for attendees of the compilation films of Bocchi the Rock!
Bocchi the Rock! 2nd Season ↗ ↖
ぼっち・ざ・ろっく！ 2期