Fans of Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle now have an official release window to mark on their calendars. On July 10, Kadokawa announced that the anime’s second cour will premiere in October, confirming its return after several months of anticipation following the split cour announcement in March.
Along with the broadcast update, the production committee released a new promotional video offering a fresh look at the upcoming episodes. New collaboration artwork was also revealed as part of the anime’s ongoing tourism campaign with Fukui Prefecture, the real-life location that inspired the series.
Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Looks to Rebound With a More Stable Second Cour
The announcement of an October return comes after a first cour that faced several scheduling challenges during its original broadcast. Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle premiered on October 7, 2025, on Japanese networks including Tokyo MX, AT-X, and BS11. While the anime attracted attention for its coming-of-age story and strong character writing, its release schedule was disrupted by production delays.
Episode 6 was postponed by nearly three weeks, shifting its broadcast from mid-November to early December. The remaining episodes were released on an uneven schedule before the first cour concluded with episodes 11 through 13 airing together on March 30 and 31, 2026. Although fans remained invested in the story, the inconsistent rollout interrupted the series’ momentum.
With the second cour now officially scheduled for October, viewers have reason to be optimistic about a smoother viewing experience. The newly released promotional video also offers a preview of what lies ahead for Saku Chitose and his friends as the story continues.
The Light Novel’s Fukui Setting Continues to Shape the Anime
The anime is based on the popular light novel series written by Hiromu and illustrated by raemz, which first launched under Shogakukan’s Gagaga Bunko imprint in June 2019. The story centers on Saku Chitose, the charismatic class president of Fujishi High School, who appears to have the perfect life. His world changes when a teacher asks him to help a socially withdrawn classmate return to school, leading to a heartfelt story about friendship, personal growth, and understanding others.
The franchise has continued to expand over the years. In addition to the ongoing light novels, a manga adaptation illustrated by Bobcat was serialized on Square Enix’s Manga UP! platform from 2020 until early 2025.
One of the series’ most distinctive features is its close connection to Fukui Prefecture, which inspired many of the locations featured in the story. The region has partnered with the franchise on several tourism campaigns, and the newly revealed collaboration visual will promote another event running from August 21 to November 8.
Studio Feel Returns as the October Premiere Approaches
Animation production for the second cour once again comes from Studio Feel, with Yuji Tokuno serving as director and Naruhisa Arakawa handling series composition. Character designs continue to be provided by Sumie Kinoshita, ensuring visual consistency between both halves of the anime.
The first cour featured Liar by Kucci as the opening theme and Kagerō by Cider Girl as the ending theme. While Kadokawa has not yet announced the opening and ending songs for the upcoming episodes, more information is expected as the October premiere draws closer.
International audiences will be able to continue watching the series through Crunchyroll, which streams the anime outside Japan through its licensing agreement with Remow. In Southeast Asia and Oceania, the series is also available through Medialink’s Ani-One Asia YouTube channel. With a confirmed release window, a new promotional video, and continued support from its real-world tourism partnership, Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle is well positioned to deliver a stronger and more consistent second cour.
