Summary
- Oshi no Ko’s third season confirmed for 2026 after successful first and second seasons.
- Aqua Hishino to be in the spotlight, continuing the story with new side characters.
- Quality expectation maintained by Doga Kobo for upcoming season despite controversy.
Oshi no Ko shot to fame after the release of the anime’s first season. Viewers were mesmerized by the quality of the story and characters, which is why it ended up scoring high ratings. Following the successful debut, a second season was announced, and once again, it was widely well-received, prompting Doga Kobo to announce the third installment.
Oshi no Ko had a stage at the recent AnimeJapan 2025, and it took full advantage of the opportunity by releasing a new trailer and a visual for the third season. The new visual puts Aqua Hoshino in the spotlight, who is one of the two protagonists of Oshi no Ko. The teaser for the third season doesn’t have much in terms of new content. It has the sound of rain in the background with Aqua Hoshino talking over it.
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Oshi no Ko Season 3 Release Window
Oshi no Ko Season 3 was announced before the second season finished airing. The release window for the third season wasn’t revealed until February 2025. It has been confirmed that Oshi no Ko’s new season will be released sometime in 2026.
Some may think that the release window for Oshi no Ko’s third season is too far away, but it is important to remember that most good projects take a lot of time, and Doga Kobo has given the fans no reason to doubt its decision. So far, the anime adaptations have been immaculate with no major flaws. In order to maintain the quality, the studio will need to take its time.
Oshi no Ko’s third season will see Aqua and Ruby Hoshino continue their respective journeys. Both characters have undergone a great deal of trauma, which has shaped their personalities to a certain extent. The new season of the anime will also bring the side characters into the fray. Aka Akasaka has created an excellent supporting cast, and their involvement in the new season will certainly raise the overall quality.
Oshi no Ko Author Has Already Started A New Series
Oshi no Ko manga ended in 2024, and it was subject to a lot of controversy. Before it ended, the author warned readers that it would be highly controversial. A novel was released at a later date, and it expanded on the original ending, but fans found it subpar.
Recently, Aka Akasaka started a romance manga in the Weekly Young Jump. It is called Märchen Clown, and it follows a prince and princess who are guided by fate.
Oshi no Ko is available to stream on Crunchyroll.
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