Laid-Back Camp season 3 has left fans eagerly anticipating its return, putting a temporary pause on its beloved slice-of-life adventures that brought comfort to many anime enthusiasts. With incredible ratings of 8.1 on IMDb and 8.3 on MyAnimeList, it was clear that the series would eventually be renewed. Fans were delighted when the 2024 release window was announced, during a special event on July 9, 2023. In addition to the release window, it was revealed that 8-Bit Studio would be taking over the animation for Laid-Back Camp season 3, replacing C-Station which handled the first two seasons. This change in production added an extra level of excitement for the upcoming season.
Laid-Back Camp season 3 potentially be released in January 2024
Laid-Back Camp season 1 premiered on January 4, 2018, initially consisting of 12 episodes. The season concluded on March 22, 2018. Afterward, the anime was renewed and triumphantly returned with its second season on January 7, 2021, following a two-year hiatus.
In contrast to the first season, season 2 was extended to 13 episodes and wrapped up on April 1, 2021. Following a similar release schedule, Laid-Back Camp season 3, the third installment of the original series, followed suit with a two-year gap.
The third season of Laid-Back Camp is anticipated to be released in early 2023, possibly in January. Fans are excited for the upcoming tranquil camping adventures with their favorite characters, and this release pattern has been well received. To further excite the Yuru Camp fandom, an official trailer showcasing the upcoming adventures has been released. Additionally, it has been announced that the ending theme song for Laid-Back Camp season 3 will be performed by the musical unit Kiminone.
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Laid-Back Camp season 3 is set to undergo major production changes. The animation duties have been shifted to 8-Bit Studio, signaling a departure from the previous studio. Additionally, there will be a complete overhaul of the anime's entire crew for the upcoming third installment.
Shin Tosaka will be directing Laid-Back Camp season 3, with Masafumi Sugiura in charge of series composition. Hisanori Hashimoto will serve as the new character designer for this season. Akiyuki Tateyama and Takeshi Takadera are the only returning members of the previous staff lineup, responsible for music composition and sound direction, respectively.
These shifts in the production team introduce a captivating element of excitement and mystery for the forthcoming season, stirring anticipation among fans who are eagerly anticipating the innovative perspective and outlook that this fresh crew will introduce to the anime.
Crunchyroll will stream Laid-Back Camp season 3 to its global audience, including all the previous anime installments. The platform describes the plot as follows:
"Nadeshiko, a high school student, moved from Shizuoka to Yamanashi and sets out to see the iconic Mount Fuji featured on the 1000 yen bill. Despite biking all the way to Motosu, she is forced to turn back due to worsening weather. Disheartened, she faints before reaching her destination."
Upon awakening, she finds herself in an unfamiliar location, engulfed by the darkness of night. Helpless and clueless about her way back home, Nadeshiko's distress is relieved when she stumbles upon Rin, a solitary camper. The chronicle of these two nature enthusiasts commences with their initial meeting, marking the beginning of their adventure. Stay tuned for forthcoming announcements about the third season of Laid-Back Camp, which will unveil additional details such as the newly introduced cast members, the opening theme song, and more, as the year 2023 unfolds.