The highly anticipated finale of “Oshi no Ko” season two has been rescheduled to , airing on TOKYO MX and ABEMA. This marks a significant shift from its original date and usual Wednesday 23:00 time slot.
In an unprecedented move for anime series, the final episode will be broadcast during Japanese television’s coveted “prime time.” This decision underscores the show’s immense popularity and cultural impact.
Recap of Episode 23: “Reunion”
The penultimate episode saw characters journeying to Miyazaki, the birthplace of Aqua and Ruby. The episode concluded with a shocking cliffhanger as Ruby discovered a dead body, leaving viewers in suspense.
Expanded Broadcast and Streaming
Episode 24 will not only air on TOKYO MX and ABEMA but will also be broadcast across 35 TV channels in Japan. Streaming platforms will make the episode available from .
Series Background
“Oshi no Ko,” based on the manga by Aka Akasaka with art by Mengo Yokoyari, began serialization in . The story follows Gorou, a reincarnated gynecologist navigating the entertainment industry as the son of his favorite idol, Ai Hoshino.
The anime’s first season aired in Spring , with the second season running since .
This prime time slot allocation signals the growing mainstream acceptance of anime in Japan. It may pave the way for more anime series to receive similar treatment, potentially reshaping the industry’s broadcast strategies.
Source: Oricon News
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