If we’re talking about the biggest highlight of this summer’s anime schedule, it’s the long-awaited “Second Seasons” finally airing! Whether you’ve been eagerly awaiting *Dan Da Dan* Season 2 at the hot springs arc since last year, or hoping to see more of Marin in *My Dress‑Up Darling* wearing cute outfits, this season delivers for fans—plus there are several buzzworthy new titles you won’t want to miss. Here are some recommendations you simply must watch!
*Dan Da Dan* Season 2
*Dan Da Dan*, combining aliens, yokai, and psychic powers into a thrilling and action-packed series, earned high praise for its exhilarating storytelling and combat. With Science SARU’s visual flair shining in season 1, the July launch of season 2 is just as stunning.
This season continues the story as Momo and Okarun travel to Jiji’s family home at a hot spring resort to investigate strange occurrences. There, they discover that the house is cursed—and that the neighbors are behaving bizarrely.
*My Dress‑Up Darling* Season 2
*My Dress‑Up Darling* follows high schooler Shin‑na, who feels insecure about making hina dolls until Marin—a passionate cosplayer—discovers his talent and asks him to create cosplay outfits. Through the process, they encounter many heart‑fluttering moments. Will their collaboration bring them closer?
*Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt* Season 2
After a 15‑year hiatus, the bold sisters are back! Known for its distinctive American-inspired style and over-the-top humor, *Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt* returns this summer as its long-awaited second season. Under TRIGGER’s direction since acquiring rights in 2023, the new season is full of outrageous action.
Panty and Stocking were expelled from heaven and sent to Daten City, where they battle evil spirits in hopes of earning their way back. Joined by the demon sisters and new angel brothers, the city becomes more chaotic than ever.
*Takopi’s Original Sin*
The most talked-about new release this summer is *Takopi’s Original Sin*, adapted from Taizan 5’s manga. Beneath Takopi’s cute octopus-like appearance lies a dark exploration of bullying and life—and although it’s only six episodes, each episode is emotionally powerful.
An alien from the “Happy Planet” named Takopi comes to Earth to spread joy, meeting young Shizuka who never smiles. Though Takopi wants to cheer her up, unintended consequences lead to tragedy—and time loop attempts to fix things spiral into further distress.
*UsoNatsu ~The Summer Romance Bloomed From a Lie~*
This intense new anime is adapted from the youth horror manga by Mokumoku Ren. Originally classified under *hito‑gai BL*, its suspense and horror elements captivated audiences—and it won *Kono Manga ga Sugoi! 2023* (male category). The story follows childhood friends Yoshiki and Hikaru, but after Hikaru returns from the mountains six months ago, Yoshiki suspects something horrifying — and he still wants him to stay, even if he isn’t the original Hikaru.
Catch These This Summer!
In addition to chilling horror titles like *UsoNatsu* and the emotionally heavy *Takopi’s Original Sin*, there’s plenty of lighter fare to enjoy such as *Solo Camp* and *With Rain & You*. And of course, the return of second seasons across multiple titles—don’t miss out this summer!
