by The brand-new Ranma 1/2 anime is entering its highly anticipated third season, and Episode 25, titled “Training DE Dinner” (修行DEディナー), is set to kick off the new season on October 3, 2026. The episode synopsis, advance scene cuts, and episode staff have now been revealed, giving fans a first look at the next chapter of Ranma Saotome and his chaotic martial-arts adventures.
The Season 3 premiere will once again bring Ranma and Ryoga face-to-face. However, this time, Ryoga may find himself at a serious disadvantage. After undergoing harsh training under Shampoo’s great-grandmother, Cologne, Ranma has become noticeably stronger. When Ryoga challenges him to another fight, the difference between their abilities quickly becomes apparent.
But the episode is not simply another Ranma vs. Ryoga battle. Cologne soon appears before the humiliated Ryoga, raising an important question: What exactly is Cologne planning?
Ranma and Ryoga Clash Again
Episode 25 takes place just before summer vacation. One day, Ranma receives a challenge letter from his longtime rival, Ryoga Hibiki. True to their complicated relationship, Ryoga is determined to settle things through another martial-arts battle.
However, the fight does not go the way Ryoga expects.
Ranma has continued to grow stronger after enduring intense training and harassment from Cologne, the formidable great-grandmother of Shampoo. As a result, Ranma’s abilities have improved significantly, leaving Ryoga shocked by the gap between them.
Ryoga is understandably furious and humiliated by the outcome. His desire to defeat Ranma becomes even stronger, but before he can decide his next move, Cologne appears in front of him.
The official synopsis deliberately keeps Cologne’s intentions mysterious, making her appearance one of the major hooks of the Season 3 premiere. What does she want from Ryoga? And could her plan lead to another unexpected training challenge?
Fans will have to watch Episode 25 to find out.
A New Season of the Classic Martial-Arts Romantic Comedy
For newcomers, Ranma 1/2 is a classic manga and anime series created by legendary manga artist Rumiko Takahashi, whose other famous works include Urusei Yatsura, Maison Ikkoku, and Inuyasha.
The original manga was serialized in Shogakukan’s Weekly Shonen Sunday from 1987 to 1996. The story follows Ranma Saotome, a talented young martial artist who suffers from a bizarre condition after falling into one of the cursed springs at Jusenkyo in China.
Whenever Ranma is splashed with cold water, he transforms into a girl, while hot water changes him back into a boy.
This unusual curse becomes the foundation for countless misunderstandings, comedic situations, martial-arts battles, and romantic complications.
After returning to Japan, Ranma and his father, Genma Saotome, stay with Genma’s old friend Soun Tendo. Ranma is then introduced to Soun’s daughter Akane Tendo, and the two are told that they are engaged.
Neither Ranma nor Akane is particularly happy about the arrangement, but their relationship gradually becomes one of the central elements of the story.
The result is a unique combination of martial arts, comedy, romance, supernatural transformations, and chaotic family drama.
What to Expect From Episode 25
The Season 3 premiere appears ready to continue the series’ trademark combination of action and comedy.
The episode begins with Ryoga challenging Ranma. Since Ryoga has always considered Ranma his greatest rival, his determination to defeat him remains stronger than ever.
However, Ranma’s recent training has changed the balance between them.
The official synopsis reveals that the difference in their strength becomes obvious during their confrontation. This creates another embarrassing moment for Ryoga, who is already famous for his fierce rivalry with Ranma and his determination to surpass him.
The situation becomes even more interesting when Cologne arrives.
Cologne is one of the most experienced martial artists in the series, and her knowledge and strength make her a particularly unpredictable character. Her appearance suggests that Ryoga’s frustration may soon turn into another unusual training opportunity.
The title “Training DE Dinner” also hints at the episode’s comedic approach to martial-arts training. As with many Ranma 1/2 stories, serious battles and absurd situations are likely to exist side by side.
Why Episode 25 Is Important for Season 3
Episode 25 is more than just another numbered episode. It officially marks the beginning of Season 3 of the new Ranma 1/2 anime.
The current anime adaptation began in October 2024 as a completely new adaptation of Takahashi’s manga. Season 2 followed in October 2025, and Season 3 will now continue the story from October 2026.
One of the biggest attractions of the modern adaptation has been the return of the original Japanese voice cast. Kappei Yamaguchi continues to voice Ranma Saotome, while Megumi Hayashibara voices Ranma’s female form and Noriko Hidaka returns as Akane Tendo.
The production is once again being handled by MAPPA, with Konosuke Uda directing and Kimiko Ueno overseeing the series composition.
Original Cast Returns for Season 3
The returning cast includes several familiar voices from the series.
- Ranma Saotome: Kappei Yamaguchi
- Ranma’s female form: Megumi Hayashibara
- Akane Tendo: Noriko Hidaka
- Ryoga Hibiki: Koichi Yamadera
- Shampoo: Rei Sakuma
- Genma Saotome: Cho
- Soun Tendo: Akio Otsuka
- Nabiki Tendo: Minami Takayama
- Kasumi Tendo: Kikuko Inoue
The continued involvement of the original cast has been one of the notable features of this new adaptation and has helped connect the modern anime with longtime Ranma 1/2 fans.
Season 3 Broadcast and Streaming Details
Ranma 1/2 Season 3 will begin broadcasting in Japan on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
The series will air on Nippon Television at 12:55 a.m., with additional broadcasts scheduled across the Nippon Television network. Episodes will also be available exclusively on Netflix immediately after broadcast.
Because the broadcast time is after midnight, the October 3 episode is technically scheduled for October 4 at 12:55 a.m. on the clock, although Japanese television listings commonly refer to it as the late-night October 3 broadcast.
Season 3 Advance Screening Event
To celebrate the beginning of Season 3, a special advance screening and talk event was also scheduled for October 3, 2026, at United Cinemas Aqua City Odaiba in Tokyo.
The event features advance screenings of Episodes 25 and 26, corresponding to the first two episodes of Season 3. The cast members scheduled to appear include Kappei Yamaguchi, Noriko Hidaka, and Koichi Yamadera, who will discuss the new season with fans.
Part of the evening talk session is also scheduled to be livestreamed on the MAPPA CHANNEL on YouTube, giving fans who cannot attend the event an opportunity to follow the Season 3 launch celebrations.
Episode 25 Staff
The production team for Episode 25 includes:
- Episode Title: “Training DE Dinner”
- Screenplay: Kimiko Ueno
- Storyboard: Konosuke Uda
- Episode Direction: Parako Shinohara
- Chief Animation Director: Kosuke Kawamura
- Animation Directors: Kosuke Kawamura, Yukie Suzuki, Hideaki Matsuoka, Midori Nakamura
- Animation Production: MAPPA
These details were officially announced alongside the Episode 25 synopsis, advance scene cuts, and preview video.
What Happens Next for Ranma and Ryoga?
The biggest question surrounding Episode 25 is what Cologne intends to do after appearing before Ryoga.
Ryoga’s defeat has left him more determined than ever to catch up with Ranma. Meanwhile, Ranma’s new strength suggests that his recent experiences have already begun changing the balance between the two rivals.
With Cologne now involved, the situation could quickly develop into another unusual training adventure.
At the same time, fans can expect the new season to continue exploring the complicated relationships between Ranma, Akane, Ryoga, Shampoo, and the rest of the colorful cast.
The combination of martial-arts battles, romantic misunderstandings, comedy, transformations, and eccentric characters remains at the heart of Ranma 1/2, and Season 3 is set to continue that formula.
The Ranma 1/2 Season 3 premiere is shaping up to be an exciting return for fans of Rumiko Takahashi’s classic series. Episode 25, “Training DE Dinner,” starts the new season with another Ranma vs. Ryoga confrontation, while Cologne’s mysterious appearance creates an additional layer of intrigue.
With new training, familiar rivalries, returning characters, and the original voice cast continuing their roles, the latest Ranma 1/2 anime remains closely connected to the spirit of the classic series.
Ranma 1/2 Season 3 begins October 3, 2026, on Nippon Television, with episodes streaming exclusively on Netflix immediately after the Japanese broadcast.
TV Anime “Ranma 1/2” Season 3
Premiere: October 3, 2026
Broadcast: Nippon Television, Saturdays at 12:55 a.m., with additional broadcasts on the Nippon Television network
Streaming: Netflix immediately after broadcast
Original Work: Rumiko Takahashi, Ranma 1/2
Director: Konosuke Uda
Series Composition: Kimiko Ueno
Character Design: Hiromi Taniguchi
Music: Kaoru Wada
Animation Production: MAPPA
Main Cast:
Kappei Yamaguchi — Ranma Saotome
Megumi Hayashibara — Ranma
Noriko Hidaka — Akane Tendo
Koichi Yamadera — Ryoga Hibiki
Rei Sakuma — Shampoo
Cho — Genma Saotome
Akio Otsuka — Soun Tendo
Minami Takayama — Nabiki Tendo
Kikuko Inoue — Kasumi Tendo
