Fresh promotional material for the Sakamoto Days anime has arrived, offering an early glimpse at several important figures slated for the upcoming second season. The new video introduces three fresh faces to the cast: Amane, brought to life by voice actor Kikunosuke Toya; Etsuko Satoda, voiced by Misa Watanabe; and Yotsumura, played by Shinshu Fujii. Alongside these reveals, it has been confirmed that the hit series will make its official comeback in January 2027.
Accompanying the character preview, the anime’s official social media channels also debuted a variant of the teaser key art, putting the spotlight squarely on central characters Sakamoto and Shin. These announcements offer exciting momentum for the production as it gears up for its broadcast return.
This latest update is a welcome development for enthusiasts following the show’s progression. The initial season ran for 22 episodes across two cours from January through September 2025. As the adaptation moves forward, viewers will notice a change behind the scenes: while Masaki Watanabe handled directorial duties for the first season at TMS Entertainment, Daisuke Nakajima is stepping into the director’s chair for the upcoming episodes.
Production and Story Context
The debut season benefited from a talented core staff, featuring series composition by Taku Kishimoto, character designs courtesy of Yo Moriyama, and an original score by Yuki Hayashi. The upcoming episodes will continue adapting Yuto Suzuki’s massively popular manga. For readers discovering the source material through VIZ Media, the plot follows a retired legendary assassin who exchanges his lethal profession for the peaceful, mundane life of a convenience store owner.
The central conflict sparks back to life when ghosts from Sakamoto’s past catch up to him, presenting a grim ultimatum that forces him to protect his quiet family life against deadly threats. This unique blend of high-octane martial arts action and domestic comedy has proven to be a winning formula for viewers.
The character preview is currently available to watch on the TMS anime official YouTube channel. To stay up to date with future announcements, fans can monitor the official Sakamoto Days anime X account. With a January 2027 premiere on the horizon, the combination of a new director and a growing roster of characters indicates that the second season is ready to elevate both the scale and excitement of the narrative.
Source: Crunchyroll