“Grand Blue Dreaming” returns for a second season

The popular anime series “Grand Blue Dreaming,” based on the manga by Kenji Inoue and Kimitake Yoshioka, has been renewed for a second season. The news was announced last Sunday, generating a great stir and expectations among followers of the series. Since its premiere in July 2018, the anime has captured the attention of audiences with its mix of comedy, adventure, and diving culture, all set in a relaxed and fun college setting that resonates with many young people.

The plot of the second season will continue the story of Iori Kitahara, who returns to Izu after completing his diving license training in Okinawa. Upon his return, Iori receives a letter from his younger sister, Shiori, which will add a new twist to the narrative.

The new season will be in charge of the animation studio Zero-G, which repeats the production, this time accompanied by the Liber studio, which could mean a boost in the quality of the animation and visual presentation.

The team that will work on this new installment includes Shinji Takamatsu as director and screenwriter, along with Hideoki Kusama, who will be in charge of character design and animation direction. The cinematography will be done by Naoyuki Katō, while the music will be composed by Yukari Hashimoto, known for his work on “Mr. Osomatsu” and “Sarazanmai”. These figures have already gained some recognition in the industry, which generates high expectations for the new season.

The voice cast also returns, including Yūma Uchida as Iori Kitahara and Ryōhei Kimura as Kohei Imamura. Other notable cast members include Hiroki Yasumoto as Shinji Tokita and Chika Anzai as Chisa Kotegawa.

The narrative of “Grand Blue Dreaming” focuses on the college life of Iori, who moves to a picturesque coastal town and discovers a world full of adventures at sea, as well as interacting with a diverse group of friends. The combination of comic situations and moments of camaraderie has greatly pleased viewers, making the series an outstanding option within the comedy genre.

Kenji Inoue and Kimitake Yoshioka are two prominent creators in the field of Japanese manga. Their best-known joint work is Grand Blue Dreaming.

On the one hand we have Kenji Inoue, a Japanese manga scriptwriter born in 1982 in Osaka Prefecture. He is recognized for his ability to combine humor with the narrative of everyday life, a style that is clearly reflected in Grand Blue Dreaming. Inoue has proven himself to be a talented storyteller, creating stories that can be both entertaining and moving without losing their meaning. Before Grand Blue Dreamingalso worked on other projects, although none reached the same level of popularity.

Kimitake Yoshioka, for his part, is a manga artist and character designer. His artistic style is characterized by being vibrant and dynamic, which has helped give his particular tone to the characters and the environment in Grand Blue Dreaming.

The evolution of “Grand Blue Dreaming” and its franchise

Since its release, the manga has been a success in Japan, having been published in Good! magazine. Kodansha Afternoon in April 2014.

Recently, Kodansha USA Publishing has begun digitally releasing the manga in English, expanding its international reach. On October 7, the twenty-third volume will be released, while the twentieth volume is scheduled for November 19.

In addition to its success in manga and anime form, “Grand Blue Dreaming” has also been adapted into a live-action film, which premiered in Japan in August 2020.

The series has been particularly praised for its humorous depiction of university life, as well as its particular focus on diving as a central activity. Combining comedic elements with moments of reflection on friendship and youth has made “Grand Blue Dreaming” not only entertaining, but also relevant to a broader audience.

The production of the second season of “Grand Blue Dreaming” has been highly anticipated, especially among fans who have followed the story since its beginning.