Fans of the hit manga and anime series “Kengan Ashura” can finally rejoice as the long-awaited Kengan Ashura Season 2 is on its way after a four-year wait. The excitement reached new heights when the official Netflix Japan Anime Twitter account made a captivating announcement on July 12, 2023.
Delighting fans around the world, the tweet revealed that the highly anticipated season will premiere exclusively on Netflix on September 21, 2023. As anticipation builds, viewers can prepare themselves for another round of intense battles, gripping storylines, and the fierce spirit that defines the world of “Kengan Ashura.”
Created by Yabako Sandrovich and illustrated by Daromeon, “Kengan Ashura” is a popular manga series from Japan. With a total of twenty-seven tankōbon volumes, the manga has garnered a devoted following.
The success of the series led to its adaptation into an original net animation (ONA) anime, which premiered on Netflix in July 2019. The first part of the anime consisted of 12 episodes, followed by the second part in October 2019. Fans eagerly awaited each release as the anime brought the intense battles and compelling storylines of the manga to life.
The heart of the “Kengan Ashura” story revolves around the Kengan matches, an underground fighting tournament shrouded in secrecy. In these matches, powerful corporations and wealthy individuals employ fighters to compete in one-on-one battles on their behalf.
The matches serve a purpose beyond mere combat, as they are utilized to resolve conflicts, facilitate business negotiations, and acquire power and influence within the corporate realm.
With the announcement of Kengan Ashura Season 2, excitement continues to mount. In March, the production company released key visuals for the anime, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come.
Now, a 45-second promotional video has been unveiled, accompanied by a brand new opening theme titled “Red,” performed by SiM, the renowned Japanese band known for their hard-hitting opening track “The Rumbling” from “Attack on Titan: The Final Season Part 2.”
Returning Staff and Cast Members Promise Consistency
Fans will be delighted to know that almost all the staff and cast members are returning for the highly anticipated Kengan Ashura Season 2. Larx Entertainment, the production studio behind the first season of “Kengan Ashura,” has taken up the reins once again, ensuring the same consistent art and animation style that amazed viewers in the initial installment.
Seiji Kishi is returning as director, along with writer and character designer Makati Uezu and Kazuaki Morita. The cast for the second season includes familiar voices such as Tatsuhisa Suzuki, Chō, Jouji Nakata, Yumi Uchiyama, and Daisuke Namikawa.
| Character | Japanese Voice Actor | English Voice Actor |
|---|---|---|
| Ohma Tokita | Tatsuhisa Suzuki | Kaiji Tang |
| Kazuo Yamashita | Chō | Keith Silverstein |
| Hideki Nogi | Jouji Nakata | Michael C. Pizzuto |
| Kaede Akiyama | Yumi Uchiyama | Erika Harlacher |
| Lihito | Hayato Kaneko | Jonah Scott |
| Jun Sekibayashi | Tetsu Inada | Jake Green |
| Cosmo Imai | Junya Enoki | Bryce Papenbrook |
| Setsuna Kiryū | Daisuke Namikawa | Todd Haberkorn |
What to Expect from “Kengan Ashura” Season 2
In the upcoming second season of “Kengan Ashura,” fans can expect an escalation of intense battles and corporate power struggles that captivated audiences in the first season. The clash between the Kengan Association and the formidable Purgatory organization will take center stage, introducing new fighters with unique fighting styles and backstories.
The stakes will be higher than ever as alliances are tested, rivalries intensify, and secrets are unveiled. With adrenaline-pumping action, intricate plot twists, and character growth, “Kengan Ashura” Season 2 promises to deliver a thrilling and unforgettable continuation of the underground gladiator world.
Where to Watch “Kengan Ashura” Season 2
As “Kengan Ashura” is an original Netflix production, the second season will be available exclusively on Netflix starting September 21, 2023. Fans can brace themselves for epic clashes and gripping storytelling that will leave them eagerly awaiting each new episode. Stay tuned for further updates on your favorite anime!
