Call of the Night Season 2
“Story, Characters, and What’s Next”
What actions would you take if you felt overwhelmed by the monotony of your daily routine? If you keep living your life the way you do now, you might not be able to avoid it. Therefore, a significant event must occur to rekindle your excitement and help you adjust to returning to your normal routine. Perhaps a special outing, event, get-together, or vibrant experience serves as a catalyst, reminding you that life is indeed worth living, despite the monotony of everyday life.
“Call of the Night Season 2,” also known as “Yofukashi no Uta Season 2,” is a 12-episode TV Anime series that aired from the 4th of July until the 19th of September in Summer 2025. It was produced by Aniplex, Dentsu, Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions, Animax, Fuji TV, Ultra Super Pictures, Tohokushinsha Film Corporation, Fujipacific Music, Shogakukan, Fuji Creative, and Tohan Corporation; licensed by Sentai Filmworks; and brought to life by Studio LIDENFILMS. The main staff behind it includes Kazuki Adachi, Hana Sugawara, and Yuuya Ogisu as producers, and Mami Nakatani is an assistant producer. Featuring the genres of Romance and Supernatural alongside the theme of Vampires, it is a show targeted at the Shounen demographic and earned a rating of PG-13 for teenagers 13 years or older. Each episode has a runtime of 22 minutes, and this season was aired on Fuji TV's noitaminA block.
The anime is based on a manga series with the same title, which was released in a total of 20 volumes from August 28th, 2019, until January 24th, 2024. It is the work of author and artist Kotoyama, getting serialized in Shounen Sunday and published in English via VIZ Media under the Shonen Sunday imprint from the 13th of April 2021 until the 10th of June 2025. Additionally, it was simulpub through VIZ Manga. This series won the 68th Shogakukan Manga Award under the Shounen category in 2023, right alongside Ao no Orchestra. The prequel TV Anime series “Call of the Night” aired for a total of 13 episodes in the summer of 2022. It follows the manga's events, and Season 2 continues where it left off.
The night has yet to end for series protagonists Nazuna Nanakusa and Kou Yamori, but they are definitely making progress towards their respective goals amidst the star-littered skies. While Ko has finally gotten over his confusion of becoming a vampire and firmly resolves to love Nazuna as she is, the laid-back vampire girl is determined to make him fall in love with her, despite neither having any experience with romance. This leads to them even mistaking everyday friendship for love on occasion, so they basically just end up spending their nights out together in a frenzy of events, either of their own making or not. But a new chapter has undoubtedly started for them, one that is definitely more than a "fun night out," as they find their situation challenged by an unexpected power. Thus, an unexpected power tests their budding relationship, forcing them to confront a vampire hunter on a mission to eradicate all vampires.
While Season 1 provided me with a relaxed and mildly amusing story about Kou and Nazuna mingling and getting to know each other, the sequel plot adopts a more serious tone with the introduction of a proper antagonist at the end of the prequel. The detective Uguisu Anko is a very intriguing and much-needed character for this narrative, as she presents an undeniable challenge to vampires and those associated with them. Anko is out for vampire blood, and she is more than capable of drawing it. Seri Kikyou is more chaotic than ever, and most importantly, nobody is safe in this city anymore.
This show went from being a weird and boring romance to a full-on survival scramble, and it is honestly just so refreshing. Kou is already entangled in this mess, and he resolves to intervene before things really get out of hand, but the extent of what a mere human like him can do is very limited. He has a lot of work to do, too, since he must help Nazuna learn about her past. This is where the actual story gets going, because we learn many new things about the setting and the key players, all culminating in a finale full of action and even some frustrating cliffhangers. So yeah, there’s a lot of setup for a potential Season 3 as well, so if you found Season 1 to be boring at times, like me, you’ll honestly feel more engaged with this sequel. Long story short, the clock is finally ticking towards the deadline, there are many vampire rules to consider and abide by, and there are very serious dangers to remain cautious of.
This season takes its time to build upon the already introduced characters, because we barely knew anything about them until now. The main trio's character development is the highlight, but there are also new faces. Anko stands out as my favorite character, possessing a formidable presence despite carrying a significant amount of baggage, and her on-screen presence is truly remarkable. Kou is still very awkward, but we get to see him clearly make an effort to be better, and Nazuna is slowly starting to feel less distant and untouchable, which is great because it helps you connect with her. Needless to say, all of them are making the situation messier every passing second, but they do so in a fun way while dealing with their own unique dilemmas. I liked the main cast a lot more this season, but the supporting cast can still use a lot of work because they all still feel very one-dimensional and lacking any development whatsoever outside of Kikyou.
The Art and Animation department is still wonderful. This season's animation, in particular, is exceptional, never faltering throughout the entire run. The action scenes are fluid, dynamic, and beautifully crafted, surpassing the quality of Season 1, while the emotional moments resonate deeply with their sentimental beauty. The artwork is still very neat, with its signature night-themed color palette back in action to suit the vibe perfectly. You'll see purple most often, especially in the wide shots that are a true feast for the eyes. The backgrounds primarily showcase modern cityscapes, infused with a unique cyberpunk twist that seamlessly blends in. Meanwhile, the remaining scenery has a supernatural feel to it, and it undoubtedly lets you feel the change of pace. The lighting enhances the vampires' beauty, and the character designs are more proportioned and realistic this time. So prepare to commit these gorgeous night skies into your memory once more because that is the true “call of the night.”
The Sounds and Music department is also well-handled. The Opening theme is "Mirage" by Creepy Nuts, which is another superb piece that sticks in your head for months with its eerie and noir vibe. There is something nonchalantly solemn about it, too, with the visuals just flashing across the screen, switching between horrors and everyday moments of silence. Creepy Nuts' "Nemure" and "Yofukashi no Uta" serve as the Ending themes, demonstrating their unwavering talent. The first Ending is a catchy rap that I think is underrated. The OSTs are also a wonderful fit that hit bullseyes every time, elevating each moment to another level of unrealness. Alongside the sound effects, the OSTs form a very coherent and rhythmic web upon which the main cast dances with amplified emotional value. As usual, the voice acting is superb, but I must commend Gen Satou, Sora Amamiya, and Miyuki Sawashiro for their outstanding performances as the main leads.
Overall, Call of the Night Season 2 is much better than its predecessor by virtue of simply adding everything it lacked into the mix in a very entertaining way. If you found Season 1 to be at least decent, you will no doubt love this sequel. If you're new to this title, I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates stylish and atmospheric anime, where the setting often outshines the characters. We are also treated to plenty of tension, mystery, and drama this season, which really just tears up the floor and throws it out the window with zero remorse. So grab a warm cup of cocoa on a rainy night, sit down, relax, and enjoy the call of the night with all its visceral energy this season.
