My Dress-Up Darling is a Japanese manga series by Shinichi Fukuda, published by Square Enix in 2018. It has 14 volumes and has been adapted into an anime television series and a live-action television drama. The anime series has a second season set to premiere in 2025. With over 11 million copies in circulation, the manga has received positive reviews. The anime website confirms a second season, and the series has been officially referred to as a “sokuhen” or continuation.
Let’s dive into all the exciting details about My Dress-Up Darling Season 2—don’t miss what’s coming at AnimeJapan 2025!
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My Dress-Up Darling
Overview
My Dress-Up Darling is a Japanese manga series by Shinichi Fukuda, published by Square Enix in 2018. The series follows Wakana Gojo, a doll-artisan who hides his passion for crafting hina dolls due to social trauma. However, his classmate Marin Kitagawa discovers his talent and encourages him to create cosplay costumes.
Together, they create unique and beautiful costumes, showcasing their talents and true selves. Wakana is traumatized by a childhood incident with a friend who took exception to his love for traditional dolls. Marin, a trendy girl, tries to infiltrate Wakana’s secret hobby of cosplay, but Wakana’s wounded heart is unable to handle the invasion. The manga has over 11 million copies in circulation and has been well-received by critics.
Characters
Wakana Gojo is a first-year high school student raised by his grandfather, a craftsman of hina dolls. He has low self-esteem and is reclusive due to a bitter memory of being criticized by his childhood friend. Wakana meets Marin, a first-year student with a warm, friendliness, and outgoing nature. Marin is a huge fan of anime and spends her bedroom decorated with anime posters and merchandise. After a series of successful cosplays, Marin grows closer to Wakana and realizes she is head-over-heels in love with him.
Sajuna Inui, a second-year student at an all-girls private high school, presents herself under the nickname “Juju” (ジュジュ). She is outspoken, blunt, and headstrong, often mistaken for a middle school student. Shinju Inui, a middle school student, is 178 cm tall and is sometimes mistaken for an adult. She is close to her sister and holds her in high regard.
Chitose Amano, Akira Ogata, Suzuka, and Miyako are other characters in the series. They all have different backgrounds and experiences, but they all share a love for cosplay and the importance of embracing one’s passions. The characters’ journeys and the challenges they face in their cosplay journeys are a testament to the power of friendship, creativity, and the power of cosplay in shaping our world.
My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 Confirmed
My Dress-Up Darling, a popular rom-com anime, has announced its upcoming sequel, set to premiere in 2025. The anime adaptation follows the live-action series, which premiered in October with actors Riko Nagase as Marin Kitagawa and Kota Nomura as Wakana Gojo. The series adapts Shinichi Fukuda’s manga, which has sold over 12 million copies. The anime sequel follows the live-action series, which premiered in October with Riko Nagase as Marin Kitagawa and Kota Nomura as Wakana Gojo.
Square Enix, publisher of the manga series, licenses the series in North America, with the 13th of 14 volumes set to be released in English on April 15, 2025. The upcoming cover of Young Gangan magazine confirms the sequel’s release in 2025, with a description stating its release next year. The magazine will also feature a spin-off titled Kisekae Doll de Chu, likely adopting that format for the spin-off. The release timeline for My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 remains unclear, but the first season, animated by CloverWorks, aired in January 2022 and had 12 episodes.
Cast
My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 is set to return to AnimeJapan in 2025, with the cast including:
- Hina Suguta as Marin Kitagawa
- Shouya Ishige as Wakana Gojo
- Atsumi Tanezaki as Sajuna Inui
- Hina Youmiyama as Shinju Inui
- Atsushi Ono as Kaoru Gojo.
The anime, which has been serialized by Square Enix since January 2018, follows the story of Wakana Gojo, a high school boy who dreams of becoming a kashirashi, a master craftsman. The popular kids, including Marin Kitagawa, seem to live in different worlds, but when she shares an unexpected secret with him, their worlds collide. The anime will be directed by ClearWorks and will be released by Square Enix in March 2025.
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about “My Dress-Up Darling” Season 2:
1: When is the release date for “My Dress-Up Darling” Season 2?
The second season is scheduled to air in 2025.
2: Will the original cast and crew return for Season 2?
Yes, the core cast and staff from the first season are set to return for the sequel.
3: What part of the manga will Season 2 cover?
While specific plot details are under wraps, Season 1 covered the first five volumes of the manga, so Season 2 is expected to begin with Volume 6.
4: Is the “My Dress-Up Darling” manga still ongoing?
No, the manga is concluding, with the final chapter set to be published on March 21, 2025.
5: Where can I watch “My Dress-Up Darling” Season 2?
While specific streaming platforms for Season 2 haven’t been announced, the first season is available on Crunchyroll, so the sequel may also be available there.
Final Thoughts
My Dress-Up Darling, a popular rom-com anime, is set to premiere in 2025, following the live-action series. The anime adaptation follows the manga by Shinichi Fukuda, which has sold over 12 million copies. The 13th of 14 volumes will be released in English on April 15, 2025. The release timeline for the sequel remains unclear, but the first season, animated by CloverWorks, aired in January 2022 and had 12 episodes. The anime series has over 11 million copies in circulation and has received positive reviews. The anime website confirms a second season, referred to as a “sokuhen” or continuation. The series is set to be a part of AnimeJapan 2025.
You can watach the anime on Crunchyroll!
