*Dandadan* Season 2 Episode 22: What’s the Secret to Being Popular? Synopsis and Preview Images Revealed!
From the much-anticipated summer anime *Dandadan* Season 2, the thrilling synopsis and a collection of stunning preview scene cuts for Episode 22, titled “Moteru Hiketsu wa Nanda” (What’s the Secret to Being Popular?), have been unveiled! This exciting episode is set to premiere on September 4, 2025 (Thursday). Fans are eager to see what new supernatural shenanigans and heartwarming romantic developments await Momo and Okarun in their latest adventure.
About *Dandadan*: A Supernatural Romance Manga That Took the World by Storm
*Dandadan* is a captivating blend of occult battle and coming-of-age romance, based on the highly popular manga by Tatsuki Yukinobu. This sensation is serialized on Shueisha’s “Shonen Jump+” manga app and boasts an impressive cumulative circulation of over 10 million copies. The story centers around Ayase Momo, a high school girl born into a family of spirit mediums, and her quirky classmate, Takakura Ken, affectionately known as Okarun, who is an ardent occult enthusiast. Their lives take an extraordinary turn when they encounter overwhelming and inexplicable supernatural phenomena. This encounter bestows upon them latent powers and a series of curses, propelling them into a world where they must confront terrifying entities while navigating the complex and often comical twists of fated love.
The Anime Adaptation: A Hit Production by Science SARU
The TV anime adaptation, featuring the talented Wakayama Shion as Ayase Momo (Momo) and Hanae Natsuki as Takakura Ken (Okarun), quickly captivated audiences. Its first season, which aired from October to December 2024, became a massive hit, drawing praise for its dynamic animation and engaging storytelling. For *Dandadan* Season 2, the creative team sees Yamashiro Fuga joining Abel Gongora as co-director, ensuring a fresh yet consistent vision for the series. Animation production continues under the esteemed Science SARU, known for its distinct and innovative visual style, promising another season of breathtaking action and heartfelt moments.
*Dandadan* Season 2 Episode 22: “Moteru Hiketsu wa Nanda” – Synopsis
Momo, having just received crucial information about the mysterious “Golden Balls” from her spirit companions Miiko and Muuko, rushes to the classroom, eager to share the news with Okarun. However, to her surprise, she finds Okarun engrossed in conversation with a slightly chubby male student. This unexpected encounter hints at new dynamics and perhaps a rival or a new ally in their supernatural journey!
Later, after school, Momo and Okarun set off towards an old apartment complex—a place rumored to be where the coveted “Golden Balls” might appear. Their quest for these mystical items promises to be full of danger and discovery.
Unbeknownst to them, they are being secretly followed. Who could their mysterious tail be? None other than Kinta, the chubby boy Okarun was speaking with earlier. What are his intentions? Is he seeking to help, or does he have his own agenda regarding the Golden Balls and the supernatural world? His presence adds another layer of intrigue to Momo and Okarun’s already eventful day.
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Broadcast Details
Episode 22 of the summer anime *Dandadan* Season 2, “Moteru Hiketsu wa Nanda,” will be broadcast simultaneously nationwide across 28 stations of the MBS/TBS network. Be sure to tune in on September 4, 2025 (Thursday) at 0:31 AM (JST) within the “Super Animeism TURBO” programming block!
TV Anime *Dandadan* Season 2 Broadcast Information
ON AIR
- MBS/TBS (28 Stations, “Super Animeism TURBO” block): Every Thursday at 0:26 AM (JST) starting July 3, 2025 (Nationwide simultaneous broadcast)
- AT-X: Every Friday at 10:30 PM (JST) starting July 4, 2025
- Repeats on AT-X: Every Tuesday at 10:30 AM (JST) and Every Thursday at 4:30 PM (JST)
- BS Nittele: Every Tuesday at 0:30 AM (JST) starting July 8, 2025
- Animax: Every Saturday at 7:30 PM (JST) starting July 26, 2025
- Repeat on Animax: Every Sunday at 6:00 AM (JST)
Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Original Work | Tatsuki Yukinobu (Serialized in Shueisha’s “Shonen Jump+”) |
| Directors | Yamashiro Fuga, Abel Gongora |
| Series Composition / Script | Seko Hiroshi |
| Music | Ushio Kensuke |
| Character Design | Onda Naoyuki |
| Alien / Yōkai Design | Kameda Yoshimichi |
| Color Design | Hashimoto Ken, Kondou Makiho |
| Art Director | Azuma Junichi |
| Cinematography Director | Demizuta Kazuto |
| Editing | Hirose Kiyoshi |
| Sound Director | Kimura Eriko |
| Animation Production | Science SARU |
Cast
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Ayase Momo (Momo) | Wakayama Shion |
| Takakura Ken (Okarun) | Hanae Natsuki |
| Hoshiko | Mizuki Nana |
| Shiratori Aira (Aira) | Sakura Ayane |
| Enjooji Jin (Jiji) | Ishikawa Kaito |
| Manjiro | Yoshino Hiroyuki |
| Turbo-Babaa | Tanaka Mayumi |
| Dover Demon | Seki Tomokazu |
| Taro | Sugita Tomokazu |
| Hana | Hirano Fumi |
| Kitou Naki | Isobe Masako |
| Jashin | Tamura Mutsumi |
| Chiquitita | Oozora Naomi |
Music
- Opening Theme: AiNA THE END “Kakumei Doochuu”
- Ending Theme: WurtS “Dooka Shiteru”
(C) Tatsuki Yukinobu / Shueisha・Dandadan Production Committee
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