Fans of the supernatural horror series “Dark Gathering” can rejoice as a second season for the anime adaptation has been officially announced. The popular series, known for its chilling ghost encounters and compelling characters, will continue its eerie narrative with returning staff and cast.
Studio OLM Returns with Original Director and Cast
Studio OLM, which animated the first season, is confirmed to be producing the second installment. Director Hiroshi Ikehata, who helmed the initial run, will also return to guide the new season. In a statement, Ikehata expressed his delight, noting that a second season is “truly special” and a direct result of the anime’s popularity among fans globally.
The main voice cast is set to reprise their roles, ensuring continuity for beloved characters. This includes Yu Sasahara as Yayoi Hozuki, Nobunaga Shimazaki as Keitaro Gentoga, Kana Hanazawa as Eiko Hozuki, and Rina Kawaguchi as Ai Kamiyo.
New Season Set in Kyoto with Teaser Visual Released
While a specific release date for “Dark Gathering” Season 2 has yet to be revealed, the announcement confirmed that the story will be set in Kyoto. A menacing teaser visual was also unveiled alongside the announcement, hinting at the spectral dangers that await.
The first season of “Dark Gathering” aired from July to December 2023, comprising 25 episodes across two consecutive cours.
The Haunting Premise of “Dark Gathering”
The “Dark Gathering” anime adapts Kenichi Kondo’s manga, which began serialization in Shueisha’s Jump Square magazine in March 2019 and has accumulated 18 volumes as of August 2025. The series delves into the world of college student Keitaro Gentoga, who possesses a cursed ability to attract spirits. After a traumatic spiritual encounter that also affected his childhood friend Eiko, Keitaro attempts to become a shut-in, fearing his spiritual magnet tendencies.
His life takes an unexpected turn when he accepts a tutoring job for Eiko’s brilliant, occult-obsessed cousin, Yayoi Hozuki. Yayoi, who can clearly see ghosts, is on a determined quest to capture powerful malevolent spirits to find the entity responsible for stealing her mother’s soul. Reluctantly, Keitaro is drawn into Yayoi’s dangerous ghost-hunting adventures, confronting his own fears and trauma as they encounter grotesque supernatural phenomena. The first season covered approximately 35 chapters of the manga, leaving ample source material for future animated content.
The anime has been praised for its unique approach to horror, unsettling monster designs, and compelling character dynamics, establishing itself as a standout in the horror anime genre. Its continuation has been eagerly anticipated by a growing fanbase.
