When does the next Blue Orchestra season 2 episode drop? Complete release schedule and timing for every region

Hajime Aono
Hajime Aono (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)

Blue Orchestra season 2 continues the beautiful journey of Hajime Aono and his orchestra club. They're working toward the national competition. After the seniors retired, the second-year students took over. They now lead the group. The results are inspiring and chaotic. The new season has been full of music and emotional moments.

As time goes on, fans are concerned with when new episodes arrive.


Blue Orchestra Season 2 Release Schedule

Hajime Aono and Nao Saeki (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)
Hajime Aono and Nao Saeki (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)

New episodes of Blue Orchestra season 2 drop every Sunday at 5:00 p.m. JST. Viewers can catch it on NHK Educational TV. There are 21 episodes total this season. So it's gonna run into next year.

Here's when episodes are coming out through December:

  • Episode 1: October 5, 2025
  • Episode 2: October 12, 2025
  • Episode 3: October 19, 2025
  • Episode 4: October 26, 2025
  • Episode 5: November 2, 2025
  • Episode 6: November 9, 2025
  • Episode 7: November 16, 2025
  • Episode 8: November 23, 2025
  • Episode 9: November 30, 2025
  • Episode 10: December 7, 2025
  • Episode 11: December 14, 2025
  • Episode 12: December 21, 2025

Episodes keep coming every Sunday after that.


What Time Do New Episodes Release?

Sakuma Yusuke (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)
Sakuma Yusuke (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)

Here's when Blue Orchestra season 2 drops in other regions:

  • Japan (JST): Sundays at 5:00 p.m.
  • Pacific Time (PT): Sundays at 1:00 a.m.
  • Eastern Time (ET): Sundays at 4:00 a.m.
  • Brazil (BRT): Sundays at 5:00 a.m.
  • United Kingdom (BST): Sundays at 9:00 a.m.
  • Nigeria (WAT): Sundays at 9:00 a.m.
  • Central Europe (CEST): Sundays at 10:00 a.m.
  • India (IST): Sundays at 1:30 p.m.
  • Philippines (PHT): Sundays at 4:00 p.m.
  • Australia (AEST): Sundays at 6:00 p.m.

Where to Watch Blue Orchestra Season 2

Ritsuko Akine (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)
Ritsuko Akine (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)

In Japan, Blue Orchestra season 2 airs on NHK Educational TV. It comes on every Sunday. You can also stream it. Japanese services like NHK Plus have it.

Outside Japan, international viewers can watch it too. Major streaming platforms carry the show. Disney+ and Hulu are streaming the anime, but on Wednesdays. So nobody has to wait too long. You can watch season 2 pretty much right away.


What Is Blue Orchestra Season 2 About?

Blue Orchestra (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)
Blue Orchestra (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)

After season 1 ended, season 2 shifts focus to the new second-year lineup. The seniors have moved on. That leaves the younger members to lead the orchestra. Aono, Akine, and the rest now face fresh struggles. Creative disagreements. Leadership challenges. They're all preparing for the national competition.

Recent episodes have taken fans on a rollercoaster. Episode 3 explored Kayo's struggle with pressure. It showed her emotional decision to leave the club after the competition.

Episode 4 gave everyone a breather. It was a lighthearted sports festival arc. Fans loved it for showing a different side of the cast. But even those fun moments remind us of something important. These young musicians are still growing. Both as players and as people. Blue Orchestra season 2 has nailed that balance. Musical intensity meets slice-of-life charm.


Reviews of Blue Orchestra Season 2 So Far

A shot from episode 4 (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)
A shot from episode 4 (Image Credit: Nippon Animation)

Most fans on social media appreciated the blend of emotional storytelling and grounded music vibes. One fan didn't expect an episode about a sports festival. But they were relieved to take a break from the usual orchestra drama.

Another noted that Aono's conversation with Kayo helped her take a step forward. Many people appreciated the episode. They called it cute. They said it gave more depth to some side characters.

Some viewers joked that the show needs less drama and more music. But most agree that's part of what makes Blue Orchestra season 2 special. It's not just about performances. It's about the people behind the instruments.


Conclusion

Every Sunday, new episodes drop. The anime can be watched worldwide on Disney+ and Hulu. In Japan, it's on NHK E-TV. The show looks good. The story is nice. It's sure to build on what it's already dropped. And it'll only go up from here.

Edited by Sohini Biswas