Fans of the supernatural mystery anime Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun have eagerly awaited new developments, and the latest installment, Season 2, Episode 22, titled “Tsukasa and Amane,” delivered on September 7, 2025. This episode plunges deeper into the complex and often heart-wrenching lore surrounding the series’ enigmatic spectral duo, offering crucial insights into their intertwined past and present.
The Release and Global Availability of “Tsukasa and Amane”
Episode 22 of Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 premiered in Japan on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. JST. For international viewers, the English-subtitled version became available earlier on the same day due to time zone differences. The episode, along with the rest of Season 2, is readily accessible for streaming on platforms such as Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+, making it widely available to a global audience.
Unraveling the Core Narrative: Tsukasa and Amane’s Past
Titled “Tsukasa and Amane,” the episode zeroes in on the fraught relationship between Hanako-kun (Amane Yugi) and his twin brother, Tsukasa Yugi. The narrative heavily suggests a focus on what transpired years ago, directly linking to past recollections and the ongoing mysteries of the Red House.
The episode portrays a devastating exploration of brotherly love and envy, moving beyond the usual supernatural elements to a deeply emotional core. Viewers witness the stark contrast between a seemingly healthy Tsukasa and a sickly Amane, highlighting Tsukasa’s frustrations with his brother’s inability to participate in normal childhood activities, and Amane’s understandable envy of Tsukasa’s freedoms. This dynamic provides a poignant understanding of Tsukasa’s actions, even as a four-year-old, indicating a willingness to sacrifice for his brother, albeit through disturbing means, such as offering animals to a demon for toys. This exploration offers critical context for the characters’ motivations and the dark secrets that have shaped their destinies.
Current Plot Developments: Teru, Nene, and Kou’s Journey
The preceding Episode 21 introduced several significant twists, including the revelation of Teru Minamoto’s true intentions and his determination to save Aoi Akane. In Episode 22, Teru continues his mission, having unleashed his sword to break free from the shrine. Meanwhile, Nene Yashiro, after being saved by Katakuri and escaping her confinement in a sacrificial cave, reunites with Kou Minamoto within the mysterious Red House.
Kou holds a strong belief that rescuing a four-year-old Tsukasa from the Red House could set everything right. This forms a central quest for the protagonists, as they navigate the enigmatic setting. The episode is set to pick up directly from Nene and Kou’s reunion, with anticipation building around Tsukasa’s reaction to Nene’s return and the duo’s search for an exit from the Red House. The unfolding events aim to provide further answers regarding Amane and Tsukasa’s shared history, while also tracking Teru and Akane’s efforts to reach the Boundary and rescue Aoi.
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Anime: A Comprehensive Overview
The Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun anime, based on the popular manga by AidaIro, has seen a somewhat staggered but dedicated adaptation history. The first season, comprising 12 episodes, aired from January to March 2020. Following this, a “new anime project” was announced in December 2022, which included two main components:
The “Restart” and After-School Hanako-kun
The anime project was described as a “restart,” beginning with the spin-off After-School Hanako-kun. This four-episode short anime aired from October to November 2023, with a four-episode sequel airing in October 2024. These shorter animated works provided supplementary content, but fans were still eager for the main story’s continuation.
Season 2: A Two-Cour Return
The highly anticipated second season of the original anime officially premiered on January 12, 2025. This season is planned to run for two “cours” (parts), totaling 24 episodes. The first cour aired from January to March 2025, concluding with Episode 12. Following its finale, a second cour was announced, which began airing on July 6, 2025, continuing the story from Episode 13. This structured release ensures a more complete adaptation of the manga’s story arcs.
Looking Ahead: The Season 2 Finale
With Episode 22 now released, only two more episodes remain in Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2: Episode 23, scheduled for September 14, and Episode 24, the season finale, set for September 21, 2025. These final episodes are expected to bring the current narrative arcs to a climactic conclusion, leaving fans eager to see how the mysteries of Kamome Academy and the fates of Nene, Kou, Hanako, and Tsukasa will unfold.
