“Toilet-Bound Hanako-Kun” Announces New Episode Series for 2025
Step into the eerie Kamome Academy, where the supernatural thrives and the seven mysteries lurk in the shadows. In a sudden turn of events, fans of the popular anime “Toilet-Bound Hanako-Kun” (Jibaku Shounen Hanako-Kun) received a shocking announcement – a sequel!
Set to debut in Japan and air on Sundays at 4:30 p.m. (JST), the sequel will consist of a series of episodes, as hinted by its Sunday broadcast slot. While specifics about the new season remain undisclosed, renowned manga artist Iro Aida shared an illustration to mark this exciting news.
From Manga to Anime
A Brief History
Originally a manga penned by Iro Aida and serialized in Square Enix’s Monthly G Fantasy magazine since 2014, “Toilet-Bound Hanako-Kun” gained popularity with the release of its first anime season in January 2020. The spin-off “After-School Hanako-Kun” was published from to , culminating in a compilation volume in 2019.
The first season boasted 12 episodes, with a short anime titled “After-School Hanako-Kun” released in featuring four episodes. The second season of the main series began on , with Crunchyroll handling international distribution.
Behind the Scenes
New Team for the Sequel
The second season is directed by Youhei Fukui in Lerche, replacing Masaomi Andou from the first season. Yasuhiro Nakanishi returns as a screenwriter, and Mayuka itou continues as characters designer. The musical themes are Masayoshi Ooishi for the opening (“en”) and Withari Kitou with akari for the ending.
Unraveling Mysteries
The Story Unfolds
At Kamome Academy, rumors about the seven mysteries abound. Nene Yashiro, a student with an interest in the occult, summons Hanako-san, the bathroom spirit, hoping to solve one of these mysteries. To his surprise, Hanako-san appears as a boy instead of the expected female entity. Thus begins Nene’s adventure into the realm of the paranormal, where he navigates the school’s hidden secrets alongside Hanako-san and other mysterious entities.
As we eagerly await more details about the sequel, fans can revisit the franchise’s rich history to prepare for the supernatural adventures that await in 2025!
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