Previewing New Theme Songs for Season 2 of Urusei Yatsura: A Sneak Peek with an Exciting Trailer

The official team behind Urusei Yatsura Season 2 debuted a new promotional video on January 4, 2024, featuring the series' opening and ending theme songs. MAISONdes was announced as the artists in charge of the tracks, with the title scheduled for release on January 11, 2024.

Following the success of its first season in 2022, Urusei Yatsura Season 2 is set to continue the momentum. The first season aired 23 episodes from October 14, 2022, to March 14, 2023, and the upcoming season will also consist of 23 episodes spread out over two cours.

Urusei Yatsura Season 2 new trailer previews opening and ending theme songs by MAISONdes

Rumiko Takahashi's eponymous manga series serves as the basis for the notable series. The manga originally appeared in Shogakukan's Weekly Shonen Sunday magazine, totaling 366 chapters. Subsequently, the chapters were compiled into 34 Tankobon volumes.

Urusei Yatsura Season 2's official website and X (previously known as Twitter) handle released the fifth promotional video on January 4, 2024, in anticipation of the show's launch on January 11, 2024. Viewers from outside Japan will be able to watch the anime on HiDive in certain regions.

The trailer introduces well-known characters like Ataru, Lum, and others, and includes a preview of the opening theme song, Lock On, feat. Hashimelo and Megurimeguru. Additionally, the short clip provides a glimpse of the ending theme, Raizakura feat. 9Lana and SAKURAmoti.

MAISDONdes composed both theme songs, which were also performed by the group for Season 1. It should be noted that as of now, the romanization of these tracks has not been confirmed.

In addition to unveiling the theme song, the trailer also captures the playful moments between Ataru and Lum. The latter half of the PV also depicts a touching scene, where Lum bids farewell to Ataru, who then reaches out and pleads with her not to leave.

Cast and staff for the anime

Lum, as seen in the trailer (Image via David Production)

Season 2 of Urusei Yatsura boasts an impressive lineup of cast and staff members. The anime is being directed by Takahiro Kamei, known for his work on JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind, and written by Yuko Kakihara. The character designs are being handled by Naoyuki Asano, who has previously worked on Hina, Osomatsu-san, and other series. Additionally, the series' music is being composed by Masaru Yokoyama, with the theme songs being performed by MAISDONdes.

In the Urusei Yatsura Season 2 trailer, Ataru can be seen (Image via David Production)

The upcoming season of Urusei Yatsura will feature the return of the original cast members. This means Sumire Uesaka will reprise her role as Lum, and Hiroshi Kamiya will once again take on the role of Ataru Moroboshi. Mamoru Miyano will continue to voice Shuutaro Mendou, and Kana Hanazawa is set to return as Ran.

Other members of the cast include Ryunosuke played by Ayahi Takagaki, Shinobu played by Maaya Uchida, Sakura played by Miyuki Sawashiro, Sakuranbou played by Wataru Takagi, Ten played by Aoi Yuki, Oyuki played by Saori Hayami, and others.

Ataru and Lum, as seen in the anime (Image via David Production)

The Urusei Yatsura anime is based on Rumiko Takahashi's manga series and follows the story of Ataru, an unlucky boy who encounters the beautiful alien princess Lum. If Ataru fails to touch Lum within 10 days, she will take over the earth, leading to a game of tag that becomes a fascinating adventure as he meets otherworldly beings such as the snow spirit Oyuki and the goblin princess Kurama. Throughout the story, Ataru develops a bond with Lum, leading to unexpected twists and turns.

Keep up with more anime news and manga updates as 2024 progresses.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z fan, I am thrilled about the upcoming season of Urusei Yatsura. The new trailer gives us a sneak peek into the exciting opening and ending theme songs by MAISONdes, and I can't wait to hear the full versions. The visuals in the trailer are stunning, and I love the playful moments between Ataru and Lum. The touching scene where Lum bids farewell to Ataru is particularly heartwarming, and I'm eager to see how their relationship develops in the new season.

The impressive lineup of cast and staff members also has me excited. Takahiro Kamei's work on JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind was fantastic, and I'm confident he'll bring the same level of quality to Urusei Yatsura. Yuko Kakihara's writing is always top-notch, and Naoyuki Asano's character designs are spot-on. Masaru Yokoyama's music is sure to be a highlight of the season, and I'm looking forward to hearing how he incorporates it into the story.