How will Naoya and Saki answer Shino’s big confession…?! It’s the final episode! TV anime Girlfriend, Girlfriend episode 24 (Season 2, ep. 12) synopsis and scene previews released!
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Season 2 of the TV anime Girlfriend, Girlfriend began airing in October.
This time, the synopsis and scene previews for episode 24 (the final episode of season 2) have been released.
*The TBS broadcast aired at a different time than usual.
[Episode 24 (Season 2, ep. 12): “Her Resolve, and…”]
Shino suddenly declares that she will be transferring schools. Saki refuses to accept this and the two have a big fight, but Shino isn’t able to bring herself to share her feelings.
However, Rika has Shino’s back and gives her the push she needs. Rika sends a message to Naoya, asking him to come to the private beach where Shino is.
Once again, Shino stands before Naoya and Saki. With tears streaming down her face, she finally confesses her feelings for Naoya. How will Naoya and Saki answer Shino’s big confession…?! Moreover, what will become of the relationship between Naoya and the four girls…?!
Scenario: Kēichirō Ōchi / Storyboard･Unit Director: Takatoshi Suzuki
General Animation Directors: Shōko Hagiwara, Mayumi Watanabe
Animation Directors: Shōko Hagiwara, Mayumi Watanabe, Kōichi Konno, Kazuaki Makida, Sonomi Aramaki, Futafusa, Kazuyo Tominaga
■Episode 24 Video Preview
https://youtu.be/-CDvWDm_ewM
■Special program airing just before the final episode (viewable for free on ABEMA for one week after first airing.)
https://abema.tv/channels/anime-live3/slots/CbwvVRNPNtWukT
Cast: Ayane Sakura, Ayana Taketatsu
[Anime Overview]
This neo-standard romantic comedy gets a second season!
TV anime Girlfriend, Girlfriend Season 2
●Story
After their trip to the hot spring, Naoya and the others decide that Saki and Nagisa will continue to have a shared relationship with Naoya on even footing with each other.
Milika joins the group and is the first to kiss Naoya, and Shino also joins, secretly in love with Naoya as well. All five of them go out together to enjoy their summer vacation, and the stage of love is set to feature a fireworks festival, camping, and then a trip to Okinawa… and Milika’s younger sister Risa also makes her debut.
Season 2 of this neo-standard love comedy begins, and the sparks of love are sure to fly as everyone dons their swimsuits, intent on making the most of their summer vacation!
●Broadcasting/Streaming Info
Broadcasting began on October 6, 2023 (Fri.) on MBS / TBS/ BS-TBS stations nationwide in the “Animeism” programming block!
MBS from October 6, every Friday from 26:23
TBS from October 6, every Friday from 26:23 *The December 22 (Fri) broadcast of episode 12 aired from 26:33
BS-TBS from October 6, every Friday from 27:00
ABEMA Premium from October 6, every Friday from 26:23
ABEMA from October 6, every Friday from 26:53
AT-X from October 8, every Sunday from 22:30, etc.
d Anime Store from October 10, every Tuesday from 26:23
*Please note that the times and dates are subject to change without notice.
●Staff
Original Creator: Hiroyuki (Kodansha “Weekly Shonen Magazine”)
Director: Takatoshi Suzuki
Series Composition: Keiichirō Ōchi
Scenario: Keiichirō Ōchi, Kazuhiko Inukai
Character Designer: Shōko Hagiwara
Background Art: Masakazu Miyake (Marvy Jack)
Color Design: Haruko Seto
Camera Director: Noriko Wada (Tplus)
Editor: Yumiko Nakaba
Sound Director: Satoshi Motoyama
Sound Production: HALF H･P STUDIO
Music: Kanade Sakuma, Tatsuhiko Saiki, Miki Sakurai, Junko Nakajima
Music Production: Nichion
Music Cooperation: Myrica Music
Opening Theme: Hikari Kodama “Dramatic ni Koi shitai”
Ending Theme: ClariS “Forira”
Animation Production: SynergySP
●Cast
Naoya Mukai: Junya Enoki
Saki Saki: Ayane Sakura
Nagisa Minase: Azumi Waki
Rika Hoshizaki: Ayana Taketatsu
Shino Kiryu: Rie Takahashi
Risa Hoshizaki: Aoi Koga
●Blu-ray Information
<Volume 1>
Release Date: February 2, 2024 (Fri)
Price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
Product Number: HPXN-491
Episodes Included: 1 to 6
[First Edition Extras]
1. New Digipak drawn by character designer Shōko Hagiwara
2. Special Booklet including a new manga by Original Creator Hiroyuki
3. Special Clear Case
[Video Extras]
1. Audio Commentary
2. Textless OP/ED
<Volume 2>
Release Date: March 6, 2024 (Wed)
Price: 19,800 yen (tax included)
Product Number: HPXN-492
Episodes Included: 7 to 12
[First Edition Extras]
1. New Digipak drawn by character designer Shōko Hagiwara
2. Special Booklet including a new manga by Original Creator Hiroyuki
3. Special Clear Case
[Video Extras]
1. Audio Commentary
2. PV/Commercial Collection
*Please note that release dates and product specifications are subject to change.
●Anime Official Site
https://kanokano-anime.com/
●Official X (Formerly Twitter)
@kanokano_anime
●Anime Official TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@kanokano_anime
[Original Work Info]
All 16 volumes of the original manga series Girlfriend, Girlfriend are now available!
Author: Hiroyuki (Kodansha’s “Weekly Shonen Magazine”)
Original Work Official X (Formerly Twitter): @kanokano_kc
(C) Hiroyuki・Kodansha / Girlfriend, Girlfriend Production Committee 2023