Sakamoto Days season 2 has been officially announced, and fans can’t contain their excitement. The popular anime series about a retired hitman attempting to lead a peaceful life has just released a new teaser trailer during Jump Festa 2026, and it looks incredible.Just for reference, the first season got off to a bumpy start. Part 1 didn’t quite nail the look, as many fans pointed out; it failed to capture the smooth-flowing, slick-looking action of Yuto Suzuki’s manga that made it such a success, and fans were a little divided on how well the battles looked on the screen.And the team listened to feedback, and Part 2 came with great new visuals and more superaction fight scenes. And now that momentum looks like it’s being taken and turned up several notches for Sakamoto Days season 2.What the New Trailer ShowsThe teaser for Sakamoto Days season 2 is short but packed with eye candy. We're talking improved lighting, sharper character models, and action sequences that actually feel dynamic. One scene shows Nagumo jumping off an exploding car, and the animation is buttery smooth. Another quick shot features what looks like skinny Sakamoto from the past arc, which has fans speculating we might get two cours again.Director Masaki Watanabe previously talked about how the team adjusted the show's color grading after fans said Part 1 looked too light and washed out. The adjustments in Sakamoto Days season 2 seem to continue that trend. Everything looks more vibrant and polished compared to what we saw early on.When Can We Watch Sakamoto Days Season 2?Here's the catch. Netflix and TMS Entertainment haven't announced a release date yet. The trailer only says "coming soon," and that could mean anything. A faction of fans believes we’re looking at a late 2026 release, while others are betting on winter or spring 2027. It’s probably a good sign that they don’t have a firm date on their hands, which means the studio isn’t about to rush anything through.And, honestly, that’s a good thing. Sakamoto Days season 2 should get a solid production schedule after the trials of its first season. The studio was at capacity with many other projects as well, and Dr. Stone devoured a chunk of their resources to boot. With Dr. Stone out of the way, that means even more effort can go into really making this adaptation shine.What to Expect Story-WiseA shot from the teaser (Image Credit: TMS Entertainment)Sakamoto Days season 2 will delve into some of the manga's most emotional arcs without giving away too much. Manga fans are aware that things will get incredibly intense when the JAA (Japan Association of Assassins) plot develops. We're talking intense character introductions, vicious battles, and poignant moments.The teaser hints at the Shishiba versus Yotsumura fight, which fans are desperately hoping the studio nails. That particular battle is a fan favorite in the manga, so expectations are sky high. If season 2 can deliver on that fight alone, it'll win over a lot of doubters.The Fan ReactionYoichi Nagumo from the teaser (Image Credit: TMS Entertainment)Social media and Reddit have been abuzz since the announcement. Comments ranging from cautiously optimistic to straight-up hype filled the screen. The stunning visuals are receiving a lot of praise, although there are questions as to whether or not the footage is pre-animated for the trailer. Pre-animated teasers tend to look better than the final product, but even accounting for that, things are looking wonderful.One recurring theme in discussions about Sakamoto Days season 2 is the comparison to other anime adaptations. A few fans joked that they would rather leave the project up to J.C. Staff’s similar efforts, while others are just glad it’s not turning into a One Punch Man Season 3 debacle.ConclusionThe news of Sakamoto Days season 2 is good for fans who have stayed with the show despite its early blunders. Season one ended on a high note, and now the team has an opportunity to build upon its successes. Better production schedules, better-looking episodes, and some of the best content in the manga down the pipeline? Sign us up.We'll just have to wait for an official release date. But if this teaser is any indication, Sakamoto Days season 2 might be worth the wait.