Exciting News: Blue Orchestra Season 2 Enthralls Fans with Stunning New Illustration!

The NHK and the official website of the Blue Orchestra anime announced on Sunday, October 8 that production for Blue Orchestra season 2 is underway. Alongside the announcement, a visual was released showcasing scenes from the anime's first season. Makoto Akui's Blue Orchestra manga has been serialized on Shogakukan's online platforms MangaONE and Ura Sunday since April 2017. Nippon Animation then produced an anime adaptation of the manga, which premiered in April 2023 and consisted of 24 episodes.

Blue Orchestra season 2 has been announced to be in production

Blue Orchestra season 2 announcement visual (Image via Nippon Animation)

After the conclusion of Blue Orchestra season 1 on Sunday, October 8, 2023, the anime's official website and NHK jointly revealed that a second season is currently in production. Alongside this announcement, a poster was unveiled featuring a collage of various scenes from the first season.

As of now, no specific release date has been provided for the second season. However, considering the prompt announcement following the conclusion of the first season, it is likely that Nippon Animation will commence work on it without delay. As a result, fans can anticipate the possibility of enjoying Blue Orchestra season 2 as early as 2025.

What is Blue Orchestra anime about?

Hajime Aono as seen in Blue Orchestra (Image via Nippon Animation)

Blue Orchestra chronicles the journey of Hajime Aono, a talented violinist who idolized his father. However, Hajime's world shattered when his father's involvement in a scandalous affair led to his parents' divorce. This traumatic experience left Hajime scarred, causing him to turn his back on the violin.

However, fate intervened when Hajime crossed paths with Ritsuko Akine, a struggling violinist, during his final year of middle school. Recognizing her potential, Hajime took it upon himself to guide her by introducing her to a renowned teacher. It was under this teacher's influence that Hajime found the courage to pick up the violin once more.

Inspired by their teacher's advice, Hajime and Ritsuko made the life-changing decision to enroll in Umimaku High School. Renowned for its unrivaled success in the national competition, which it had won an astounding eight consecutive times, Umimaku High School became their gateway to pursue their musical dreams.

Ritsuko Akine portrayed in Blue Orchestra (Image via Nippon Animation)

Consequently, Aono and Ritsuko dedicate themselves to their studies in order to gain acceptance into the institution. After the commencement ceremony, they coincidentally cross paths with Nao Saeki, a prolific violin prodigy, renowned for securing top rankings in numerous competitions. Saeki's admission into the school is solely predicated on his profound musical ability. From that point onward, the trio engages in friendly rivalry, constantly vying to showcase their violin prowess within the high school's esteemed orchestra club.