The main visual and main promotional video for Season 2 of the TV anime *Aono Hako*, as well as the artists for the opening and ending theme songs, have been revealed.
The series will premiere on August 26, 2026, with the opening theme set to be “The Color of Your Flower” by aiko and the ending theme set to be “blue in” by Elsewhere Kikou.
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・The release date is August 26, 2026
・The opening theme has been confirmed as “The Color of Your Flower” by aiko
・The ending theme has been confirmed as “blue in” by Elsewhere Kikou
・Broadcasts begin October 4, 2026, every Sunday at 4:30 PM on the TBS network of 28 stations nationwide
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Main Visual for “Ao no Hako” Season 2
The main visual for the TV anime “Ao no Hako” Season 2 was unveiled on August 26, 2026.
According to the official announcement, the visual captures Chinatsu lying on the snow amid the quiet of a winter scene with snowflakes falling.
©Koji Miura/Shueisha and “Ao no Hako” Production Committee
Chinatsu is wrapped in a cream-colored coat, leaning back against the snow. A faint blush tints her cheeks, and her gaze is fixed directly at the viewer.
Snowflakes swirl in the background, and the entire image takes on a pale blue hue. While the Season 1 teaser visual featured a blue reminiscent of gymnasium lighting, this one has a color palette that seems to capture the very essence of winter air.
“Ao no Hako” Season 2 Main PV
The main PV was also released on August 26, 2026, the same day as the main visual.
According to the official announcement, the video condenses the characters’ evolving relationships and fluctuating emotions as the seasons change, presented through an emotional narrative.
In the PV, you can hear snippets of the two theme songs mentioned below.
Theme Songs for “Ao no Hako: Season 2”
Along with the release of the main music video, the artists for the opening and ending theme songs were also announced.
Official comments from both artists, expressing their thoughts on the songs and the series, have also been released.
Opening Theme: aiko “The Color of Your Flower”
The opening theme has been confirmed as “The Color of Your Flower” by aiko, who continues to garner support from people of all ages. The label is PONY CANYON.
©Koji Miura/Shueisha & “Ao no Hako” Production Committee
In her comments, aiko reflects on her student days, saying that school and her own room were her entire world. She explains that every moment she remembers—from laughing with friends over trivial things to writing letters at night only to throw them away the next day—remains a cherished part of her even now as an adult.
She also revealed that the song feels like a reflection of both her past and present selves, and that it was only after becoming an adult that she was able to put those feelings into words. She concluded her comment by expressing her hope that this song will play in the hearts of Daiki and Chinatsu as well.
Ending Theme: Elsewhere Kikou “blue in”
The ending theme has been decided as “blue in” by Elsewhere Kikō, a group garnering attention both domestically and internationally. The label is TOY’S FACTORY.
©Koji Miura/ Shueisha and the “Ao no Hako” Production Committee
This isn’t the first time Elsewhere Kikou has been involved with the anime *Ao no Hako*. Vocalist/guitarist So Anno first sang for the anime in Episode 24 of the second half of Season 1, performing the insert song “Koi-iro.” His participation came about through an offer from Takashi Omama, who was in charge of the series’ music.
In her comments, she writes that she still remembers the exhilarating yet bittersweet feeling she had on the day it was decided they would write an original ending theme as a two-piece band—something she could never have imagined at the time.
She says she created the song by cherishing the work’s sincere longing, the pain and tenderness of facing things head-on without looking away, and the indescribable fluctuations of emotion.
“Ao no Hako: Season 2” World Premiere
Ahead of the TV broadcast, the Season 2 world premiere will be held. It will feature a special screening of Episodes 1 and 2, followed by a talk session with the cast.
©Koji Miura/Shueisha and “Aono Hako” Production Committee
| Date | September 6, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Time | Part 1: Starts at 4:00 PM / Part 2: Starts at 6:30 PM |
| Venue | TOHO Cinemas Hibiya, Screen 12 (B1F, Tokyo Takarazuka Building, 1-1-3 Yurakucho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) |
| Program | Preview screening of Season 2, Episodes 1–2 / Talk session with the cast |
| Panelists (Tentative) | Shoya Chiba (as Daiki Inomata) / Reina Ueda (as Chinatsu Kano) / Akari Kito (as Hina Chono) / Chiaki Kobayashi (as Tadashi Kasahara) / Yoshinou Aoyama (as Yumeka Kido) |
| Tickets | General sales begin August 30, 2026, at 10:00 AM (First-come, first-served) Ticket Pia Application Page |
*All seats are reserved. *Purchases for the purpose of resale are strictly prohibited. *Photography, video recording, and audio recording are prohibited inside the venue. *The lineup of panelists and other details are subject to change without notice.
Broadcast Information for “Ao no Hako: Season 2”
Season 2 will air every Sunday at 4:30 p.m. starting October 4, 2026, on a network of 28 TBS-affiliated stations nationwide.
Season 1 aired starting in October 2024 and concluded its first run with a total of 25 episodes. Season 2 picks up where Season 1 left off.
| Broadcast Start Date | October 4, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Broadcasting Network | TBS Network (28 stations nationwide) |
| Broadcast Time | Every Sunday at 4:30 p.m. |
| Opening Theme | aiko “The Color of Your Flower” (PONY CANYON) |
| Ending Theme | Elsewhere Travelogue “blue in” (TOY’S FACTORY) |
*Information regarding broadcasts and streaming is subject to change. Please check the official website for the latest information.
“Ao no Hako: Season 2” Series Overview
© Koji Miura / Shueisha / “Aono Hako” Production Committee
“Ao no Hako” is a coming-of-age club activity romance story by Koji Miura. It was serialized in Shueisha’s “Weekly Shonen Jump” and concluded in Issue 33, released on July 13, 2026.
The story centers on Daiki Inomata, who is passionate about badminton, and Chinatsu Kano, a senior on the basketball team. As the two begin living under the same roof, the series portrays high school students navigating both their club activities and romance.
| Official Website | Main Visual and Main PV Revealed OP and ED Theme Song Artists Announced World Premiere Confirmed |
|---|---|
| Official X | @aonohako_PR |
| Release Date | August 26, 2026 |
| Revealed Content | Main Visual / Main PV / OP & ED Theme Song Artists |
| Original Work | Koji Miura’s “Ao no Hako” (Serialized in Shueisha’s “Weekly Shonen Jump”) |
| Main Cast | Shoya Chiba (as Daiki Inomata) / Reina Ueda (as Chinatsu Kano) |
Frequently Asked Questions about “Aono Hako: Season 2”
When does Season 2 start airing?
It will begin airing on October 4, 2026.
It will air every Sunday at 4:30 PM on a network of 28 TBS-affiliated stations nationwide.
Who will perform the theme songs?
The opening theme is “The Color of Your Flower” by aiko, and the ending theme is “blue in” by Elsewhere Kikō.
Both were unveiled on August 26, 2026.
What scene is depicted in the main visual?
It depicts Chinatsu lying on the snow amid the quiet of a winter day with snowflakes falling.
When will the world premiere take place?
It will be held on September 6, 2026, at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya, Screen 12.
Part 1 begins at 4:00 PM, and Part 2 begins at 6:30 PM. The event will feature an advance screening of Episodes 1 and 2, followed by a talk session with the cast.
What kind of artist is Elsewhere Kikō?
A two-piece band garnering attention both domestically and internationally.
Sō Anno (vocals/guitar) sang “Koi-iro,” the insert song for Episode 24 of the second half of Season 1, and this time he has composed an original ending theme.
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