New PV and KV for "Rascal Does Not Dream" TV Anime Season 2 Unveiled! New Character Cast Reina Ueda: "I Can Truly Feel How Wonderful It's Becoming"

Furthermore, the cast introduced key terms such as adolescent syndrome and the characters for newcomers. When asked if Sora Amamiya's character, Uzuki Hirokawa, who hadn’t experienced adolescent syndrome in the high school arc, would go through it this time, Amamiya feigned confusion with a "Huh?" drawing cheers in the studio: "Zukki~!!" "So cute~!" She continued, "In previous entries, Uzuki was a character who appeared briefly, but this time, her story is explored in detail over several episodes. I was able to portray expressions I'd never acted before, so I think everyone will enjoy it, and I was happy to play her," highlighting Uzuki’s expanded role in the new series.

Next, the focus shifted to the important new character, Mini-Skirt Santa. "She claims to be the mysterious net singer Toko Kirishima," "Only Sakuta can see her," "She goes around gifting adolescent syndrome,"—many mysteries surround her. When asked for her thoughts on playing the character without spoilers, Ueda again playfully responded, "Huh?" sparking another wave of excitement in the studio.

Ueda further commented, "She is such a mysterious character, and I think viewers will have fun trying to figure out who she really is as they watch this season," encouraging speculation among fans. "And she's a character I really love," she added. What could Ueda's words mean? Who is Mini-Skirt Santa really? Many viewers shared their anticipation for the broadcast as the mysteries deepened.

■A Stream of New Info Released! Dire Atmosphere in the New PV: "It’s pretty tough"

The cast continued introducing other new and significant characters. In a segment reflecting on the previous storylines, Ishikawa’s stream of commentary about Mai Sakurajima prompted the MC, Hantaro Tenshin, to joke, "He's Mai's number one fan," filling the studio with laughter.

After plenty of discussion about the show, a slew of new information on "Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus" was finally revealed. When the second PV premiered, the brooding atmosphere prompted reactions in the studio like "Everyone~!" "Zukki~!" and "This is pretty tough."

The PV also included details on broadcasting and streaming. The anime will premiere on TOKYO MX and other networks on Saturday, July 5, at 11:30 p.m., and will be simulcast on ABEMA.