Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc. Season 2 Blasts Off July 4
Get ready for more magical girl workplace action! Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc., the anime adaptation of Sekka Iwata and Yū Aoki's popular manga, is set to launch its highly anticipated second season on July 4. Fans can mark their calendars for the premiere on NTV at 24:55 JST (effectively July 5 at 12:55 a.m.). The excitement is already building with the release of a new promotional video, offering a sneak peek and the debut of the season's electrifying opening theme.
New Musical Themes Set the Tone
The second promotional video gives us our first listen to the opening theme song, "Latte Magic." This vibrant track is a collaboration between syudou and Yūsei Yagi of FANTASTICS, promising an energetic start to each episode. Adding to the musical lineup, VTuber Marine Houshou will perform the new ending theme song, "BooooM!!!" These musical additions are poised to enhance the viewing experience and capture the essence of the magical girl world.
Return to the Magical Workplace
For those unfamiliar with the series, Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc. offers a unique spin on the magical girl genre, blending it with a workplace comedy. Viz Media describes the story of Kana Sakuragi, a highly motivated but unlucky job candidate whose life takes an unexpected turn when she helps a magical girl during a monster attack. She soon finds herself employed at Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc., embarking on a new career protecting the world from threats.
Key Staff and Cast Updates for Season 2
The production team at J.C.STAFF sees some exciting changes and returns for the new season. Riki Fukushima (known for Beyblade The Movie: Fierce Battle and Skate-Leading Stars) steps in as the new director, bringing a fresh perspective. Michiko Yokote (Prison School, RIN-NE) takes over as the new script supervisor, ensuring compelling storytelling. Returning key staff include Masahiro Fujii as the character designer and Makoto Miyazaki composing the music, maintaining artistic and sonic continuity.
Several new talents join the team, including Hiroyasu Oda as assistant director, Yoshikazu Iwanami as sound director, Shun Yoshii as art director, Shunsuke Kasuga as CG director, and Yūji Kondō as editor. Asuka Hino, previously an episode color coordinator, has been promoted to color key artist, and Yūsuke Noguchi, who worked on cinematography for the first season, now serves as the compositing director of photography.
The cast also sees an update, with Mariko Higashiuchi taking over the role of Hitomi Koshigaya. Sayumi Watabe returns as Iroha Akasaka, alongside Kōsuke Gotō as Commissioner Koshigaya, Taketora as President Manda, Manaka Iwami as Sakae Tōnomori, and Masaya Fukunishi as Hibiki Yamimori.
Manga's Journey and Previous Season
The original Magilumiere Co. Ltd. manga, penned by Iwata and Aoki, captivated readers on Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ service from October 2021 until its conclusion in July 2025 with its 160th chapter. The eighteenth and final volume shipped on September 4. The first season of the anime aired in Japan from October to December 2024, with Amazon Prime Video streaming it globally, allowing fans worldwide to experience Kana's journey from the beginning.
As Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc. prepares for its second season, the blend of fresh talent and returning favorites promises another engaging chapter in this unique magical girl narrative. Get ready to join Kana Sakuragi and the team on their next adventure!
