
Anyway, I'm Falling in Love with You Season 2 Premieres Jan 8, 2026! 5 Childhood Friends Fireworks Visual Revealed
【January 2026 New Anime】The popular youth romance anime "Anyway, I'm Falling in Love with You" (どうせ、恋してしまうんだ。) has officially announced that Season 2 will premiere on January 8, 2026! Simultaneously, the official released a new key visual full of summer atmosphere, depicting the main character Mizuho Nishino and her four childhood friends enjoying fireworks by the poolside in a stunning scene, sparking heated discussions among fans.
This highly popular work, adapted from the manga of the same name by Haruka Mitsui, captured the audience's hearts after the first season aired with its delicate portrayal of youth and the intricate romantic relationships among the five childhood friends. With the broadcast date for Season 2 confirmed, let's delve into the details of the newly released visual and the story highlights.
Season 2 Key Visual Unveiled: Making Up for First Season's Regrets
The newly released Season 2 Key Visual is not only beautifully illustrated but also rich in meaning.
Regrets from the First Season's Plot The five childhood friends share a deep bond, but they were unable to watch the fireworks symbolizing their youth together as they wished. The new visual is meant to make up for this regret—Mizuho Nishino, Kizuki Hazawa, Shin Kashiwagi, Airu Izumi, and Shugo Hoshikawa gather by the pool at night, looking up at the night sky together.
Symbolism of the Visual
- Large, blooming fireworks in the night sky illuminate the faces of the five
- Light reflects on the deep blue pool water
- Warm and cool contrasts depict the brilliance of youth
- Hints at more intense emotional turmoil awaiting the five
Story Recap and Season 2 Highlights
"Anyway, I'm Falling in Love with You" is set in 2020, against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Story Prologue: That Summer and the Lost Youth
On July 1, 2020, the heroine, second-year high school student Mizuho Nishino, experiences what she considers her "worst" 17th birthday:
- Club festival canceled due to the pandemic
- School trip postponed indefinitely
- Unable to get close to the senior she admires
- Her parents forget her birthday
Mizuho can't help but lament: "My 'shining youth' simply doesn't exist."
From "Childhood Friends" to "Romantic Candidates"



