Popular Rom-Com Anime Pushes Back Its Return
Fans of the charming romantic comedy Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san (also known as Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian) will have to wait a bit longer for the next chapter. The production committee has announced a significant delay for the anime’s second season.
The New Schedule and Reason for Delay
Originally slated for a 2026 broadcast, Season 2 is now officially postponed to 2027. According to the official statement, the decision was made to allow more time to improve the overall quality of the series. The committee apologized to eager fans and thanked them for their ongoing support.
To bridge the gap, the team revealed the “Rosidere Project 2026,” a fan engagement initiative. This campaign invites viewers to submit ideas and suggestions for future franchise projects, promising that fan input will help shape what’s to come. Updates will be shared via the official website and social media.
Behind the Scenes: A New Directorial Team
The second season will see some key staff changes at studio Doga Kobo. The new core creative team is as follows:
| Role | Staff Member | Known For |
|---|---|---|
| Director | Haraguchi Hiroshi | Donten ni Warau |
| Assistant Director | Kim Seong-min | Watashi ni Tenshi ga Maiorita! Precious Friends |
| Series Composition | Yamada Yuka | Shiro Seijo to Kuro Bokushi |
This new team takes over from director Itou Ryouta and the previous series composer.
A Quick Look Back at the Franchise
The first season of this rom-com about a bilingual school romance aired in the Summer 2024 anime season, spanning 12 episodes. It was streamed globally by Crunchyroll.
The story originates from a light novel series penned by Sun Sun Sun, which first launched on the Shousetsuka ni Narou website in May 2020. Kadokawa later began publishing it under its Sneaker Bunko imprint with character illustrations by Momoco. The 11th Japanese volume was released in November 2024.
A manga adaptation, drawn by Tanamachi Saho, has been serializing on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket app since October 2022. Its 9th volume is set for release in April 2025.
For English-speaking fans, Yen Press holds the license for both the light novel and manga. The novels are available physically, while Kodansha USA publishes the manga digitally via its K Manga service.
Source: Oricon News
