Great news for anime fans! The TV anime Yoru Sakura-san Chi no Daisakusen (which can be translated as “The Great Operation of the Yoru Sakura Family”) has just announced that its second season is set to premiere in April 2026. It will air on the MBS/TBS network’s national 28-station “Nichi 5” time slot. To kick off the excitement, the first key visual has been unveiled. Plus, in a special treat, the idol group Sakurazaka46 will be handling the opening theme—marking their very first anime tie-up as a group—and they’ve shared their heartfelt comments.
About the Series
Yoru Sakura-san Chi no Daisakusen is a hilarious and heartwarming spy family comedy. It follows high school student Asano Taiyou, who, after losing his family in an accident, shuts himself off from the world. His life takes a wild turn when he ends up living with the legendary spy family, the Yoru Sakuras. The original manga, crafted by Hitsuji Gonpei, kicked off in Weekly Shonen Jump back in August 2019 and has been a massive hit, with over 3.6 million copies in circulation. After a thrilling five-and-a-half-year run, the manga celebrated its grand finale this January, leaving fans deeply moved. The TV anime’s first season aired from April to October 2024, and right after the final episode, the production of a second season was confirmed—much to everyone’s delight.
Spring into Action with the New Key Visuals
The first key visual, released with the season 2 announcement, shows the Yoru Sakura family zooming off in their family car against a stunning backdrop of full-bloom cherry blossoms. It perfectly captures the spirit of spring and hints at the exciting new adventures ahead. Where will this eccentric spy clan head next?
Sakurazaka46 Brings the Theme Song
Adding to the anticipation, the opening theme for the second season will be Sakurazaka46’s song “What’s ‘KAZOKU’?”. This is a big first for the group, as they’ve never done an anime theme song before. Sakurazaka46 expressed their excitement, saying, “What’s ‘KAZOKU’? is a song themed around ‘family,’ meant to evoke feelings of bonds and warmth. As a group that shares the ‘sakura’ name, we hope our music can be a bridge connecting ‘Yoru Sakura-san Chi no Daisakusen’ with many people.” We can’t wait to see how their tune sets the mood for the series!
Mark Your Calendars
The second season of Yoru Sakura-san Chi no Daisakusen is all set to begin in April 2026, airing every Sunday at 5:00 PM on the MBS/TBS network. And here’s a cool extra: to celebrate the new season, an official TikTok account has launched. Expect lots of fun content there to amp up the hype!
Full Comments from Sakurazaka46
Sakurazaka46
We are incredibly honored to have been chosen to perform the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime Yoru Sakura-san Chi no Daisakusen. As a group, being part of a project like this has always been a dream of ours, so we’re overjoyed. “What’s ‘KAZOKU’?” is a song centered on the theme of “family,” and we aimed to create something that conveys connection and warmth. With “sakura” in both our names, we sincerely hope that through Sakurazaka46’s music, we can serve as a bridge linking Yoru Sakura-san Chi no Daisakusen to countless fans. — Sakurazaka46
Staff and Cast
Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Original Work | Hitsuji Gonpei Yoru Sakura-san Chi no Daisakusen (Shueisha Jump Comics) |
| Chief Director | Minato Mirai |
| Director | Nakatsugawa Takahiro |
| Series Composition | Minato Mirai |
| Character Design | Takahashi Mizuki (note: the “高” is “hashigodaka”) |
| Art Director | Nakahara Hidetou |
| Color Design | Yamaguchi Manami |
| Cinematography Director | Satou Atsushi (Studio Shamrock) |
| 3D Director | Hirata Youhei |
| Editing | Kondou Yuuji (REAL-T) |
| Sound Director | Kaneoe Tohru |
| Music | Fujimoto Kouji (Sus4 Inc.) |
| Animation Production | SILVER LINK. |
| Production | Yoru Sakura-san Chi no Daisakusen Production Committee |
| First Cour Opening Theme | Sakurazaka46 “What’s ‘KAZOKU’?” |
Cast
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Asano Taiyou | Kawashima Reiji |
| Yoru Sakura Rikumi | Hondo Kaede |
| Yoru Sakura Kyouichirou | Konishi Katsuyuki |
| Yoru Sakura Niba | Kitou Akari |
| Yoru Sakura Shinzou | Okitsu Kazuyuki |
| Yoru Sakura Shien | Yuuki Aoi |
| Yoru Sakura Kengo | Matsuoka Yoshitsugu |
| Yoru Sakura Shichiaku | Uchiyama Yuumi |
| Goliath | Matsuoka Yoshitsugu |
By Nakase Koutarou
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