After six long years, Grand Blue season 2 has been officially confirmed. The announcement came on Sunday, September 29, 2024, through the anime’s official website and social media platforms. Fans were treated to a brand-new teaser visual that has everyone buzzing with excitement.
What We Know So Far
The announcement for Grand Blue season 2 comes as a pleasant surprise for many fans who have been waiting since 2018 when season 1 aired.
For those unfamiliar, the anime is based on the manga series by Kenji Inoue (writer) and Kimitake Yoshioka (illustrator). The manga has been serialized in Good! Afternoon Magazine since April 2014, and it’s known for its unique mix of hilarious comedy and diving adventures.
A Sneak Peek at Season 2
The newly released teaser visual for season 2 gives us a glimpse of what’s to come. The image features some familiar faces: Iori Kitahara, Kohei Imamura, Chisa Kotegawa, and Shinji Tokita, all toasting together under the hot summer sun. It’s a perfect scene that captures the carefree, fun spirit of the series.
Comments from the Creators
Along with the visual, fans also got some celebratory illustrations from the creators. Kimitake Yoshioka, the illustrator of the manga, shared an artwork featuring the main cast celebrating the news of season 2. The creator also expressed his excitement and gratitude for the continued support from fans.
Meanwhile, Kenji Inoue, the author, shared a heartfelt message, saying he was surprised that fans were still asking for a sequel after so many years. He hopes the new season will bring even more laughs, friendship, and, of course, plenty of diving.
The Cast and Crew are Back!
Fans will be happy to know that the original cast and crew from season 1 are returning for season 2. This means we’ll get to hear Yuma Uchida as Iori, Ryohei Kimura as Kohei, Chika Anzai as Chisa, and Hiroki Yasumoto as Shinji, among others. The voices that brought these hilarious characters to life are coming back, which adds to the excitement.
On the production side, Shinji Takamatsu will return as the director, sound director, and scriptwriter. Hideoki Kusama will once again take on the role of chief animation director and character designer, ensuring that season 2 maintains the same look and feel as the first season. Zero-G Studios will be working alongside Liber to handle the animation production.
What to Expect from the Story
While the creators haven’t shared an official plot synopsis for season 2 yet, there are hints about where the story might go. Fans of the manga might know that the next big adventure could involve Iori receiving a letter from his younger sister, Shiori, after completing his diving license course in Okinawa. This could set the stage for even more wild and funny moments as Iori and his friends continue their diving journey.
