The hype for the second part of the Sakamoto Days anime is reaching fever pitch! A brand-new trailer has just been released, revealing exciting details about the additional cast members and the ending theme song. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know.
Release Date and Where to Watch
Mark your calendars! Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 2 is set to premiere on July 14, 2025, and will be available for streaming on Netflix. Get ready for bigger fights, more laughs, and unique characters.
New Trailer Highlights
The main promotional video for Sakamoto Days anime part 2 was unveiled during an advance screening on June 15, 2025. The trailer offers a glimpse into the escalating narrative, showcasing a three-way conflict between Sakamoto and his allies, the elite assassin unit known as ORDER, and a group of dangerous death-row convicts.
Story Teasers
- Escalating Stakes: The threat looming over Sakamoto and his allies reaches his family, with Sakamoto’s wife seen in danger.
- Three-Way Conflict: The new season will feature a significant three-way confrontation between Sakamoto, ORDER, and X’s group.
- Trademark Humor: Despite the darker moments, the trailer retains the series’ signature humor.
- Over-the-Top Action: The action sequences are dynamic, including a scene on the collapsing Tokyo Tower.
Additional Cast Members
The trailer also revealed the new voice actors joining the cast:
- M.A.O as Akira Akao
- Mamiko Noto as Rion Akao
- Daiki Yamashita as Mafuyu Seba
- Satoshi Hino as Kanaguri
The returning cast members will reprise their roles, including Tomokazu Sugita as Taro Sakamoto.
Theme Songs
Sakamoto Days always delivers on the music front, and the second part is no exception!
Opening Theme
The opening theme song for Sakamoto Days anime part 2 is “Method” by the five-member Japanese rock band Kroi. Kroi formed in 2018 and made their major debut from Pony Canyon’s IRORI Records label in June 2021. “Method” marks their third anime theme song, following “Hyper” (UNDER NINJA opening song) in 2023 and “Sesami” (BUCCHIGIRI?! opening song) in 2024.
Ending Theme
The ending theme song is “Dandelion” by go!go!vanillas. A snippet of the song is featured in the new trailer.
What to Expect
The second part of the anime will continue the adaptation from where the first part left off. The story will focus on ORDER, X, and Sakamoto’s team. The Amusement Park Arc will also be adapted.
The Story So Far
Sakamoto Days follows Taro Sakamoto, a retired legendary hitman who has settled into a quiet life as a family man, running a neighborhood store with his wife and child. However, his peaceful existence is disrupted when his past catches up to him, and he must protect his loved ones from former enemies and other assassins. He is joined by his former ally, Shin Asakura, and Lu Shaotang.
Production
The anime is directed by Masaki Watanabe at studio TMS Entertainment, with series composition by Taku Kishimoto, character designs by Yo Moriyama, and music by Yuki Hayashi.
Manga
Sakamoto Days is based on the manga series written and illustrated by Yuto Suzuki, which has been serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump since November 2020.
A Quick Recap of Part 1
The first part of the Sakamoto Days anime adaptation aired from January to March 2025, consisting of 11 episodes. It introduced viewers to Taro Sakamoto, a former legendary hitman who retired after falling in love and starting a family. Now overweight and running a convenience store, Sakamoto must protect his new life from the dangers of his past.
Reception
The Sakamoto Days anime has garnered positive attention, ranking high on Netflix Japan’s weekly charts and performing well globally. However, some fans have expressed concerns about the anime adaptation.
Get Ready for More Sakamoto Days!
With a confirmed release date, a thrilling new trailer, additional cast members, and awesome theme songs, the second part of Sakamoto Days promises to be an action-packed ride!
