by New teaser visual unveiled as Miku Ito returns with a special “Announcer Training” project.
Fans of Midnight Heart Tune have exciting news to look forward to. It has been officially announced that Season 2 of the TV anime, based on Masakuni Igarashi’s romantic comedy manga, will premiere in 2027.
Alongside the announcement, the production team revealed a brand-new teaser visual, introduced two new cast members, and confirmed a special promotional video featuring voice actress Miku Ito in collaboration with Kansai TV (KTV).
New Teaser Visual Highlights the Heroines’ Dreams
The newly released teaser visual features the series’ four main heroines walking together along a beach at sunset, symbolizing their determination to pursue their dreams.
The illustration showcases:
- Rikka Inohana
- Nene Himekawa
- Iko Kirino
- Shinobu Ugetsu
With the warm sunset in the background, the visual reflects both the emotional growth of the characters and the hopeful direction the story will take in the upcoming season.
Ami Koshimizu and Kaede Hondo Join the Voice Cast
Season 2 also welcomes two well-known voice actresses to the expanding cast.
Ami Koshimizu as Riina Yamabuki
Ami Koshimizu has been cast as Riina Yamabuki, the older sister of protagonist Arisu Yamabuki.
Although recording for the new season has not yet begun, Koshimizu shared her excitement about joining the project. She expressed her desire to portray Riina as a natural and believable character who feels like someone audiences could encounter in everyday life. She also said she is looking forward to recording alongside the rest of the cast.
Kaede Hondo as Mito Yamabuki
Joining her is Kaede Hondo, who will voice Mito Yamabuki, Arisu’s cheerful younger sister.
Hondo described Mito as a bright, friendly, and naturally talented character whose personality brings warmth to the Yamabuki family. She also teased that viewers can look forward to Mito’s interactions with both her family and the four heroines.
Miku Ito Stars in New “Announcer Training” Special
In addition to the Season 2 announcement, the anime has revealed the third installment of its popular promotional video series.
Titled “Miku Ito (as Shinobu Ugetsu) – Announcer Training: A Day as an Announcer,” the special video will premiere on YouTube at 8:00 PM on July 21.
In the program, Miku Ito, who voices Shinobu Ugetsu, visits Kansai TV (KTV) to experience what it’s like to work as a television announcer.
The special also features KTV announcer Yurina Tanaka, who guides Ito through various aspects of the profession. A promotional trailer for the collaboration has already been released ahead of the full video.
The project reflects one of the anime’s central themes—young people pursuing careers related to broadcasting and voice work.
About Midnight Heart Tune
Midnight Heart Tune is based on the manga by Masakuni Igarashi, the creator of Senryu Girl, another series that was successfully adapted into a television anime.
The manga began serialization in Weekly Shonen Magazine in September 2023 and quickly attracted readers with its blend of romantic comedy, school life, and coming-of-age storytelling.
The story follows Arisu Yamabuki, a second-year high school student searching for Apollo, a mysterious online streamer whose true identity remains unknown.
His search leads him to the broadcasting club at his new school, where he meets four talented girls who each dream of building a career in the world of voice and media, including broadcasting, voice acting, and entertainment.
As they pursue their ambitions together, the series explores friendship, romance, personal growth, and the challenges of chasing one’s dreams.
Looking Back at Season 1
The first season of Midnight Heart Tune aired from January to March 2026 as part of the Ka-Ani-Bal!! anime programming block on Kansai TV and Fuji TV.
Its mix of heartfelt romance, comedy, and relatable characters earned positive reactions from viewers, leading to strong anticipation for the newly announced second season.
What to Expect in Season 2
Although story details remain under wraps, the newly released teaser visual and casting announcements suggest that Season 2 will continue exploring both the personal relationships and professional dreams of the main cast.
The addition of Riina and Mito Yamabuki is expected to expand Arisu’s family dynamic while introducing new interactions that could influence the story’s romantic and emotional developments.
With the heroines continuing to chase careers in voice-related professions, fans can also expect more heartfelt moments, character growth, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the world of broadcasting and performance.
As production moves forward, additional trailers, staff updates, and a more specific release window for 2027 are expected to be announced in the coming months.
