Oshi no Ko will have a third season
Following the airing of the final episode for the second season of the anime adaptation of the manga written by Aka Akasaka and illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari, Oshi no Ko, the production of a third season for the franchise was announced. Along with the announcement, a new promotional image and video was unveiled anticipating the return of the series. Production details, as well as a release date, will be announced soon.
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In addition to the confirmation of the new season, the addition of two new members to the voice cast was announced. Mamoru Miyano (known for his work on Death Note and Steins; Gate) will play Hikaru Kamiki, while Hina Kino (recognized for her roles in Asobi Asobase and Uma Musume) will be in charge of playing Tsukuyomi.
Comment from Mamoru Miyano
I never thought I would be able to appear in Oshi no Ko, so it's a great honor. I look forward to appreciating the worldview of this series that so many people are waiting for, as I take on my role as the mysterious and enigmatic "Hikaru Kamiki."
Comment from Hina Kino
Thanks for watching the latest episode! I'm Hina Kino and I voice Tsukuyomi. Although I gave her a voice, it was quite difficult because there were many things I didn't know about her, but I paid attention to the gap between her childlike appearance and the words she uses when giving her voice. Oshi no ko, a series in which various elements overlap and combine to create an increasingly fascinating story. Stay tuned for developments in the future!
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Meanwhile, Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari began publishing the manga through Shueisha's Weekly Young Jump magazine in April 2020, and it is currently in its latest story arc. The anime adaptation produced by Doga Kobo studios has been broadcast since Spring-2023 (April-June) and has a total of twenty-three episodes to date.
Production Equipment
- Daisuke Hiramaki (Watashi ni Tenshi ga Maiorita!, Koisuru Asteroid, Selection Project) is in charge of the project direction at Doga Kobo Studios with the assistance of Saori Tachibana (Kawaii dake ja Nai Shikimori-san, Senpai ga Uzai Kouhai no Hanashi).
- Jin Tanaka (Tokyo Ghoul, Maou Gakuin no Futekigousha, Yesterday wo Utatte) is in charge of writing and supervising the scripts.
- Kanna Hirayama (Kanojo, Okarishimasu, Selection Project) is in charge of character design and animation direction.
- Takurou Iga (Tsuki ga Kirei, Fuuka, Kumichou Musume to Sewagakari) is in charge of composing the soundtrack.
Synopsis of Oshi no Ko
The 16-year-old girl, Ai Hoshino, is a talented and beautiful idol who is adored by her fans. She is the personification of purity, but not all that glitters is gold... Gorou Honda is a gynecologist from a rural area and a big fan of Ai. So when the pregnant idol shows up at his hospital, he's beyond taken aback. Gorou promises him a safe delivery, but little does he know that an encounter with a mysterious figure would result in his untimely death, or so he thought. Opening his eyes, Gorou finds himself on the lap of his beloved idol and discovers that he has been reborn as Aquamarine Hoshino, Ai's newborn son! With his world turned upside down, Gorou soon discovers that show business is full of thorns, and that talent doesn't always breed success. Will he be able to protect the smile of his beloved idol?
Source: Comic Natalie
