Fans of the heartwarming romantic comedy The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten can mark their calendars, as the highly anticipated second season is officially set to premiere on April 3, 2026. The announcement was accompanied by a new key visual, building excitement for the continuation of Amane Fujimiya and Mahiru Shiina’s budding romance. The new season will air in Japan starting at 10:30 PM JST on TOKYO MX and other networks.
Production Details and Creative Team
Studio Project No.9, responsible for the first season‘s animation, will return for the second installment. While much of the core team remains, there will be a change in direction, with Chihiro Kumano taking over as director, replacing Lihua Wang. Keiichiro Ochi will return as the series composer, ensuring continuity in the storytelling, and Takayuki Noguchi is also confirmed to return as the character designer. This combination aims to maintain the beloved aesthetic and narrative style that resonated with viewers in the initial season.
Returning Voice Cast to Reprise Roles
The familiar voices that brought Amane and Mahiru to life will be reprising their roles, much to the delight of fans. Manaka Iwami returns as the angelic Mahiru Shiina, while Taito Ban will once again voice the unassuming Amane Fujimiya. Other returning cast members include Taku Yashiro as Itsuki Akasawa and Haruka Shiraishi as Chitose Shirakawa. The consistency in the voice cast is expected to provide a seamless transition and a comforting familiarity for the audience as the characters’ journey progresses.
What to Expect from the Story in Season 2
The first season of The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten captivated audiences with its gentle portrayal of an everyday romance, focusing on the gradual development of the relationship between the messy high schooler Amane Fujimiya and his popular, immaculate next-door neighbor, Mahiru Shiina. After Amane’s kind gesture of lending Mahiru his umbrella, she began to look after him, cooking meals and cleaning his apartment, leading to an intimate bond.
Season 2 is expected to delve deeper into Amane and Mahiru’s relationship now that their feelings for each other have become more apparent. Viewers can anticipate more wholesome moments, cozy interactions, and a continued exploration of their sweet romance as they navigate life as a couple. The narrative will likely blend their everyday school lives, personal growth, and heart-fluttering scenes that fans have come to adore.
The Journey from Light Novel to Anime
The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten originated as a Japanese light novel series written by Saekisan and illustrated by Hanekoto. It first gained popularity online on Shōsetsuka ni Narō before being published by SB Creative under their GA Bunko label. The series has also spawned a manga adaptation, further expanding its reach. Yen Press holds the English publishing rights for the light novel in North America.
The first season of the anime adaptation aired from January to March 2023, garnering significant support from fans for its warm atmosphere and delicate storytelling. The announcement of a second season was initially made during an event for the anime series on October 8, 2023. Several teaser visuals and trailers have been released since then, building anticipation for the upcoming premiere.
