Ao Ashi Season 2 has released its first promotional video and a fresh batch of staff credits, locking in the production ahead of an October 4, 2026 premiere on NHK-E. The clip previews both theme songs and gives the first real look at Ashito Aoi's return to the Esperion youth academy.
What the promo shows
The video is built around the season's music. Rock band 10-FEET performs the opening theme "Fortress Defense," and singer-songwriter Ai Higuchi handles the ending, "Triangle." TMS Entertainment returns to produce, with Kazuki Yokoyama directing and Masahiro Yokotani back on series composition. Masaru Yokoyama is credited on music.
Who's making it
Alongside the returning core, the new staff list fills out the animation bench: chief animation direction from Manabu Nakatake, Asami Taguchi and Junko Yamanaka, with Tadayoshi Okimura and Satoshi Kubo handling action animation. Keeping the same creative spine as season one matters for a sports title, where consistent character acting on the pitch is half the appeal.
When you can watch it
Season 2 premieres October 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. on NHK-E. On SenpaiRanks, the original Ao Ashi holds a 7.79 near the top of its sports ranking — a strong base for the sequel to build on. If you're new to the series, our Ao Ashi Season 2 where-to-watch guide has the streaming details, and it sits alongside the other returning titles in our best anime sequels of 2026 ranking.
Frequently asked questions
Q: When does Ao Ashi Season 2 premiere?
A: Ao Ashi Season 2 premieres October 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. on NHK-E, produced by TMS Entertainment.
Q: Who sings the Ao Ashi Season 2 theme songs?
A: 10-FEET performs the opening "Fortress Defense" and Ai Higuchi performs the ending "Triangle."
Q: Who is directing Ao Ashi Season 2?
A: Kazuki Yokoyama directs at TMS Entertainment, with Masahiro Yokotani on series composition and Masaru Yokoyama on music.
Q: How is Ao Ashi ranked on SenpaiRanks?
A: The original Ao Ashi holds a 7.79 on SenpaiRanks, near the top of its sports ranking.