"Bocchi the Rock!" Season 2 Officially Announced with a New Director
The highly acclaimed anime "Bocchi the Rock!" has officially been greenlit for a second season! Originally based on the manga by Aki Hamaji, the anime's continuation was announced during the "Kessoku Band TOUR 'We will B'" event on February 15th.
New Director Takes the Helm
For the second season, Yusuke Yamamoto will take over as director, replacing Keiichiro Saito, who directed the first season. While the leadership is changing, many key creative talents remain onboard. Erika Yoshida will continue as the scriptwriter, while character design duties will be handled by Keimon Oda and Kerorira. The animation production will once again be entrusted to CloverWorks.
To celebrate the announcement, a teaser video and an illustration by Keimon Oda, the newly appointed character designer, have been released.
Messages from the Directors
Keiichiro Saito, the director of Season 1, shared his thoughts on the transition, expressing confidence in Yamamoto’s vision:
"Congratulations on the announcement of 'Bocchi the Rock!' Season 2! Over the past months, I’ve heard countless fans eagerly hoping for a continuation, and I know that many people have worked tirelessly to make it happen. I’m incredibly happy that we are finally able to share this news with everyone. I have full faith that under Yamamoto’s direction, the anime will be just as fun, cute, and passionate as ever. I’m truly excited to see what’s next for the series!"
Meanwhile, Yusuke Yamamoto, the newly appointed director, shared his enthusiasm for the project:
"This announcement may have come earlier than expected, but we wanted to deliver the news to as many fans as possible directly. I’m beyond thrilled to once again embark on this journey with Kessoku Band! As the new 'Bocchi the Rock!' team, we appreciate your warm support and look forward to bringing you an exciting new season."
Special Broadcast for Fans
Following the announcement, a special edition of "Bocchi the Radio!" featuring the cast and staff was released on Aniplex's official YouTube channel at 9 PM JST on February 15th.
With the second season now confirmed, fans can eagerly anticipate more music, laughter, and heartwarming moments from Hitori Gotoh and her bandmates. Stay tuned for further updates on the release date and additional details!
Introduction to 'Bocchi the Rock!'
Hitori Gotoh, the protagonist of "Bocchi the Rock!", developed a deep passion for playing the guitar after watching a television program with her father. She practiced for six hours a day, honing her skills. However, due to her extreme shyness, she struggled to form a band or perform live, ultimately graduating from middle school without achieving her dream.
Despite her social struggles, Hitori began uploading cover videos to a video-sharing platform under the alias "Guitar Hero," gradually gaining recognition for her talent.