The heartwarming romance between Amane and Mahiru is far from over. The second season of The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten (Otonari no Tenshi-sama ni Itsu no Ma ni ka Dame Ningen ni Sareteita Ken) is officially coming back—and fans can expect it to hit screens in April 2026.
The announcement was made via a brand-new teaser trailer released on the anime’s official website. Alongside the trailer, the updated staff lineup and production changes were revealed, marking a new chapter in the anime adaptation of Saekisan’s popular light novel series.
Otonari no Tenshi-sama Season 2 Official Trailer
New Season, New Direction: What’s Changing in Season 2
One of the most notable changes heading into Season 2 is the shift in directorial leadership. Chihiro Kumano, known for The Mononoke Lecture Logs of Chuzenji-sensei, will be stepping in as the new director. Kumano takes over from Li Hua Wang, who directed Season 1 under the supervision of Kenichi Imaizumi.
Despite this shift, animation production remains in the hands of project No.9, the studio behind both the first season and other romance-centric series like Higehiro and Bottom-tier Character Tomozaki.
Returning to handle the series composition is Keiichirō Ōchi, whose past work includes hits like The Quintessential Quintuplets and Adachi and Shimamura. Ōchi’s experience with emotionally grounded romantic storytelling bodes well for the delicate pacing that The Angel Next Door is known for.
The visual tone of the series remains in safe hands as well. Takayuki Noguchi reprises his role as character designer, faithfully adapting Hanekoto’s original artwork for animation. Moe Hyūga, acclaimed for scoring O Maidens in Your Savage Season and Steins;Gate 0, returns as composer, continuing the mellow and intimate soundscape that defines the series.
Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten S2 Official Cast
Fans can rest easy knowing the original cast is expected to return for Season 2. The chemistry between leads Amane and Mahiru was one of Season 1’s most celebrated elements, and the same cast lineup is set to continue building on that dynamic:
- Taito Ban as Amane Fujimiya
- Manaka Iwami as Mahiru Shiina
- Taku Yashiro as Itsuki Akasawa
- Haruka Shiraishi as Chitose Shirakawa
Their performances delivered both quiet emotional resonance and lighthearted charm—something the series leans on heavily to carry its tone.
What Is The Angel Next Door About?
For those who might be jumping in late, the story centers on Amane Fujimiya, a reserved high school student who lives alone. One rainy day, he offers his umbrella to his next-door neighbor Mahiru Shiina, a flawless and almost ethereal classmate nicknamed “The Angel” for her looks and personality.
In return for his kindness, Mahiru begins helping Amane with chores and daily life. From this simple act of kindness, a relationship slowly unfolds—one built on emotional vulnerability, shared loneliness, and mutual growth.
While Season 1 focused on breaking down emotional walls and learning how to be open with someone, Season 2 is expected to dive deeper into the romantic undercurrents and budding affection between the leads.
Where Otonari no Tenshi-sama Season 1 Left Off
Season 1, which aired in January 2023 on Tokyo MX, BS NTV, and AT-X, left fans with a promising note: Amane and Mahiru were starting to understand their feelings beyond politeness and dependency. Their growing closeness, filled with domestic moments and quiet tension, became a breath of fresh air in the romance anime landscape.
Crunchyroll streamed the anime globally as it aired, introducing the series to a wide international audience. Given its strong reception, especially among fans of slow-burn romance and character-driven narratives, expectations for the second season are understandably high.
Otonari no Tenshi-sama Light Novel, Manga, and Global Reach
The original story by Saekisan began as a web novel on Shōsetsuka ni Narō in December 2018 before being picked up by GA Bunko (SB Creative) in June 2019, featuring illustrations by Hanekoto.
As of 2025, the light novel continues to enjoy commercial and critical success, with multiple volumes published and an English release handled by Yen Press. A manga adaptation by Suzu Yūki began serialization on Square Enix’s Manga UP! platform in January 2022, further expanding the series’ reach across media formats.
With both the light novel and manga still ongoing, there’s plenty of material for future anime seasons to explore—making Season 2 a crucial step in deepening the emotional arcs already laid out.
Final Thoughts: Why Season 2 Matters
The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten is not just another high school romance—it’s a story about the transformative power of kindness, the healing that comes from companionship, and the gentle progression from strangers to something more.
In a genre filled with dramatic misunderstandings and exaggerated conflict, this series stands out for its understated realism and emotional intimacy. With a fresh director, consistent staff, and new narrative ground to cover, Season 2 promises to offer even more depth and tenderness.
Whether you’re a returning fan or new to the franchise, April 2026 can’t come soon enough.
Sources: The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten anime’s website, Comic Natalie
