"Tales of Wedding Rings" Season 2: Details on the Anime's Return
The second season of the anime "Tales of Wedding Rings" (Kekkon Yubiwa Monogatari), the animated adaptation of the popular manga by Maybe, is set to premiere on October 4. The announcement came with a new key visual that hints at an epic final battle against the Abyssal King, putting the fate of the world and the future of the romance between Satou and the five princesses at stake. If you're a fan of romantic isekai with hints of comedy and fantasy, this is news you won't want to miss.
Premiere Date and Where to Watch Season 2
Season 2 of "Tales of Wedding Rings" will premiere on October 4 at 9:30 p.m. JST on AT-X, followed by broadcasts on Tokyo MX, BS11, and Sun TV at 10:00 p.m. JST. Japanese viewers can also stream the anime on platforms like ABEMA, U-NEXT, and Anime Hōdai. The "uncensored" version will be available on ABEMA and U-NEXT starting October 11. For international fans, Crunchyroll streamed the first season and continues to offer an English dub, ensuring the story reaches a global audience.
The Unforgettable Soundtrack for the New Season
An essential part of the announcement focused on the theme songs that will accompany this new installment:
- Opening Theme ("Daybreak"): Performed by the talented musical project Sizuk, led by the renowned composer Shunryu.
- Ending Theme ("any if"): Voice actress Akari Kitō, who plays Hime in the series, will give her personal touch to this emotional song.
The choice of these artists and songs aligns with key moments in the manga, including important dates like the wedding anniversary between Satou and Hime. This attention to detail promises an even more immersive experience for fans.
The Creative Team Returns for a Second Act
Fortunately for fans, the main creative team behind the success of the first season is returning for the second, ensuring a faithful and exciting continuation:
- Director: Takashi Naoya (Real Girl)
- Studio: Staple Entertainment
- Series Scripts: Deko Akao (After the Rain)
- Character Design: Saori Nakashiki (The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated!)
Additionally, other key team members are returning: Unit Director Matsuo Asami, Sub-Character Designer Kiyoshi Tateishi, and Chief Animation Directors Saori Nakashiki, Yukiyo Komito, Toshimitsu Kobayashi, and Atsushi Aono. Music production will be handled by Pony Canyon and APDREAM, with original composition by Satoshi Hōno.
New Faces in the Cast
Miyu Tomita joins the voice cast to play Morion in the second season, promising new dynamics and surprises within the plot.
"Tales of Wedding Rings": An Isekai Romantic Comedy with an Unexpected Destiny
Based on the manga by Maybe (also known for To the Abandoned Sacred Beasts and Twilight Maiden of Amnesia), the story follows Satou, a high school student who decides to follow his childhood friend, Hime, to her home world just before her wedding. Unexpectedly, he becomes the groom of Hime, who is a ring princess destined to marry the future Ring King—a hero fated to save the world. Can Satou, an ordinary guy, fulfill this prophecy and become the powerful hero destiny has assigned him?
Current Manga Status and English Availability
The original "Tales of Wedding Rings" manga concluded in August 2024 with the publication of Volume 15. Yen Press will release this volume in English on October 28. Previously, Crunchyroll published the manga in English until the closure of its manga service in December 2023.
