Overview
- The long-awaited second season of Wind Breaker is set to debut on April 5, 2025, featuring the addition of Shingo Natori, voiced by Junya Enoki.
- The anime’s KEEL arc has garnered praise for its storytelling, under the direction of Toshifumi Akai and screenplay by Hiroshi Seko.
- Currently, the Wind Breaker manga has achieved sales of 1.22 million copies, with expectations for growth following the anime’s rising popularity.
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Wind Breaker has emerged as a notable contender in the action-adventure anime genre, often likened to Tokyo Revengers. Since its premiere in April 2024, the series quickly captivated audiences with its engaging plot and dynamic characters.
The first season of Wind Breaker concluded on an exhilarating note, prompting the swift announcement of its second season. Following much anticipation, the premiere date has been officially set for April 3, 2025, much to the delight of its fans.
Confirmed Release Date for Season 2
As the premiere approaches on April 3, 2025, viewers can look forward to reuniting with beloved characters as the original voice cast returns for the new episodes. Among the updates, a new promotional video (PV) has introduced the audience to Junya Enoki, who will be voicing a new character, Shingo Natori.
Additionally, the series will also welcome Ryōta Ōsaka in the role of Tasuku Tsubakino. Here’s the complete voice cast for the upcoming season:
- Haruka Sakura – voiced by Yuma Uchida
- Akihiko Nirei – voiced by Shōya Chiba
- Kyōtarō Sugishita – voiced by Kōki Uchiyama
- Hayato Suō – voiced by Nobunaga Shimazaki
- Hajime Umemiya – voiced by Yuichi Nakamura
- Shingo Natori – voiced by Junya Enoki
New Key Visual: WIND BREAKER Season 2 Scheduled for April 3! More: https://t.co/5foPbKxT7r pic.twitter.com/R81jdeRxzF — AnimeTV (@animetv_jp) March 5, 2025
The new promotional video also teased exciting moments from the KEEL arc, highlighting the studio’s commitment to delivering a high-quality adaptation. Under the skillful direction of Toshifumi Akai and the engaging script by Hiroshi Seko, fans can expect an exhilarating continuation of the series, with character designs crafted by Taishi Kawakami and a captivating musical score from Ryō Takahashi.
Sales Struggles Despite Quality
Since its serialization began in January 2021 on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket platform, Wind Breaker has released 20 volumes, accumulating a respectable sales figure of over 1.22 million copies. However, there remains a significant opportunity for sales growth, which many hope will follow the enhanced visibility from the new season of the anime.
The narrative centers around Haruka Sakura, a student whose exceptional combat skills have been cultivated through adversity. Upon transferring to Furin High School, Haruka aspires to establish himself as the strongest and earn recognition from his peers.
Interested fans can find Wind Breaker available for streaming on Crunchyroll, making it accessible for both new viewers and returning fans alike.
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