Fans of the hit action-comedy anime Sakamoto Days have been given exciting news: Season 2 has been officially confirmed and is now in production, with new visuals and a teaser revealed at Jump Festa 2026 in Japan. The renewal follows the strong global performance of the first season, which was licensed for streaming exclusively on Netflix and became one of the platform’s most popular anime in 2025.
Based on the manga written and illustrated by Yuto Suzuki, Sakamoto Days follows legendary ex-hitman Taro Sakamoto, who gave up his life of assassination to run a convenience store and enjoy family life only to be dragged back into danger when his past catches up with him. The first season aired in two parts in 2025 and was released simultaneously on Netflix worldwide, helping solidify its large international fanbase.
During the Jump Festa 2026 event, TMS Entertainment and Netflix confirmed that Sakamoto Days is returning for a second season and unveiled new key visuals teasing the continuation of Sakamoto’s story, including potential explorations of his past and new action arcs. While a specific release date has not yet been announced, production is underway and the series is anticipated to arrive in late 2026 or early 2027.
The announcement has energized fans and anime communities online, highlighting Sakamoto Days as one of Netflix’s standout anime titles a series that blends kinetic action, heartfelt family moments, and comedic charm in a way that resonates with viewers around the world.
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Thu, Jan 15, 2026