Urusei Yatsura season 2 is set to premiere on January 12, 2024, at 1:25 am JST on Fuji TV's Noitamina programming block in Japan. The sequel to the reboot will also be broadcast on 21 different syndications, including Kansai Television, Tokai Television, and more. In addition to the broadcasting details, the anime has announced new cast members and their characters for the upcoming sequel.
As a reboot of Rumiko Takahashi's original romantic comedy series, Urusei Yatsura season 2 will continue to stay true to the source material with minor changes, similar to the initial season. Stay tuned for more updates on Urusei Yatsura season 2.
Disclaimer: This article contains major anime and manga spoilers for Urusei Yatsura.
Urusei Yatsura season 2 release date and time
The worldwide release of Urusei Yatsura season 2 is scheduled for Thursday, January 11, 2024, at 9 am PT. Following this, the episode with English subtitles will be available on streaming platforms globally thirty minutes later. Here are the release dates and timings for all regions:
Timezone | Date | Time |
Pacific Time | Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 9 am |
Central Time | Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 11 am |
Eastern Time | Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 12 pm |
Greenwich Mean Time | Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 5 pm |
Indian Standard Time | Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 9:30 pm |
Central European Summer Time | Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 6 pm |
Australian Central Daylight Time | Friday, January 12, 2024 | 3:30 am |
Where to watch Urusei Yatsura season 2?
How many episodes will there be in Urusei Yatsura season 2?
Urusei Yatsura season 2 is now accessible for streaming on both Hidive and DisneyPlus, catering to fans worldwide. In case one platform is not available in a specific region, viewers can easily switch to the alternative option. Unfortunately, fans hoping to find the rebooted anime on Crunchyroll will be disappointed as the show has not been added to its extensive library yet.
Urusei Yatsura season 2 is confirmed to have 23 episodes. It was previously announced that the reboot would consist of 46 full-length episodes spanning four cours. Following the pattern of the first season, the second season will also have 23 episodes. This means that the upcoming season will be the final one, and fans will have to say goodbye to Lum and Ataru's rom-com madness.
Urusei Yatsura season 2 cast and characters
Recently announced, the upcoming season 2 will welcome three new cast members to portray characters from the original manga series. Ayumu Murase, known for his role as Shouyou Hina in Haikyuu!!, has been cast as Nagisa Shiowata in the anime. Additionally, Kouichi Sakaguchi, recognized for his voicing of Jack Hanma in Baki the Grappler, will take on the role of the character’s father.
Additional voice cast members include Miyu Irino, known for his role as Ritsu Kageyama in Mob Psycho 100, who will take on the role of Inaba. The returning cast members for the sequel include Hiroshi Kamiya as Ataru Moroboshi.
Sumire Uesaka as Lum
Maaya Uchida as Shinobu Miyake
Mamoru Miyano as Shūtarō Mendō
Aoi Yūki as Ten
Ayahi Takagaki as Ryūnosuke Fujinami
Chitose Morinaga as Ginger
Kana Hanazawa as Ran
Katsuyuki Konishi as Rei
Marina Inoue as Ryōko Mendō
Miyuki Sawashiro as Sakura
Nana Mizuki as Princess Kurama
Rie Takahashi as Pepper
Saori Hayami as Oyuki
Shigeru Chiba as Ryūnosuke's father
Shizuka Ishigami as Benten
Takahiro Sakurai as Tsubame Ozuno
Wataru Takagi as Cherry
Publishers share what Urusei Yatsura is all about
Viz Media published the original Urusei Yatsura manga by Rumiko Takahashi worldwide in English. The publisher describes the plot of the series as:
Experience the beloved romantic comedy once again, featuring a hapless human boy who crosses paths with a stunning space alien princess. This special edition boasts a larger size and includes fresh translations and updated cover designs. Follow Ataru Moroboshi as his extraordinary encounters with otherworldly women begin with a game of tag with Lum, the extraterrestrial princess who arrives on Earth in her UFO.
Ataru must touch Lum's horns within ten days or else aliens will invade the earth! But the game of tag is just the start of Ataru's problems, as he finds himself encountering otherworldly beings such as the captivating snow spirit Oyuki and the alluring crow goblin Princess Kurama. Keep an eye out for further information, including the theme songs for the next installment. Stay tuned for more updates on the Urusei Yatsura anime.
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of the Urusei Yatsura series, I am thrilled about the upcoming release of season 2. The reboot has been a faithful adaptation of Rumiko Takahashi's original manga, capturing the essence of the characters and their hilarious misadventures. The first season left me wanting more, and I can't wait to see what the second season has in store.
The announcement of new cast members adds to my excitement. Ayumu Murase, Kouichi Sakaguchi, and Miyu Irino are all talented voice actors who will bring fresh energy to the series. I'm particularly looking forward to seeing how they portray Nagisa Shiowata, Inaba, and the character's father. The returning cast members have already proven their ability to bring the characters to life, and I'm confident that they will continue to deliver stellar performances in season 2.