The hardworking, rabbit construction crew is back! Kei Ikeda’s Zenryoku Usagi is premiering its second season, and fans are eager to see what hilarious antics await. A promotional video has been released, offering a sneak peek at the new season. Here’s everything you need to know about the return of this gag comedy anime.
What is Zenryoku Usagi?
Zenryoku Usagi (“全力ウサギ”), which translates to “全力兔” in Chinese, is a comedy manga series created by Kei Ikeda. It features a group of rabbits (who are essentially humans in rabbit form) working together at a construction company, embracing the motto of “doing your best” in everything they do. This motto applies not only to their construction work but also to their daily lives – working their best, eating their best, and playing their best. The stories often revolve around their experiences together, with many not even related to construction.
Previous Adaptations
Before the “Reiwa-era” anime project, Zenryoku Usagi was initially adapted into a series of 52 short anime episodes in 2008. These shorts were broadcast as part of the Chibi Ani Gekijō (Tiny Anime Theater) program.
Zenryoku Usagi Season 2: What We Know
Premiere Date and Where to Watch
The second season of the Zenryoku Usagi anime is scheduled to debut on:
- Chiba TV: April 9, 2025
- TV Kanagawa & TV Saitama: April 13, 2025
- d Anime Store (streaming): April 9, 2025
Promotional Video
A promotional video has been released, offering a glimpse of what’s in store for the second season.
Synopsis
The series revolves around a group of rabbit construction workers who live by the mottos:
- “Give everything you’ve got in anything you do.”
- “Live with everything you’ve got.”
Key Staff
- Director: Atsushi Nigorikawa is returning to direct the second season at Rising Force.
- Scriptwriter: Mimi Satsuki is writing the second season’s script, replacing Misaki Morie.
- Character Designer: Miki Urashima is again designing the characters.
- Producers: Shinya Satō and Hiroshi Ukai (Bros. Bird, Inc) are returning as producers from Pickup.
Returning Cast Members
The main cast from the first season is returning for the second season:
- Ayu Matsuura as Trainee
- Kenta Miyake as Boss
- Minoru Shiraishi as Shift Head
- Saori Hayami as Nee-san
- Rie Takahashi as Young Lady
- Yusuke Shirai as Business
- Mayu Iino as Mikuro-san
Characters
The cast of Zenryoku Usagi includes a variety of colorful and humorous characters:
- Oyakata (Boss): Voiced by Wataru Takagi (2008), Kenta Miyake (2023). The leader of the construction crew.
- Sōchō (Shift Head): Voiced by Keikou Sakai (2008), Minoru Shiraishi (2023).
- Nee-san (Older Sister): Voiced by Kotono Mitsuishi (2008), Saori Hayami (2023).
- Eigyō (Business): Voiced by Kōki Miyata (2008), Yusuke Shirai (2023).
- Minarai (Trainee): Voiced by Tōko Aoyama (2008), Ayu Matsuura (2023).
- Ojō (Young Lady): Voiced by Kae Araki (2008), Rie Takahashi (2023).
- Mikuro-san: Voiced by Mayu Iino (2023).
Where to Read the Manga
The Zenryoku Usagi manga was published by Media Factory (later Kadokawa) in four volumes, along with two side-story volumes.
Themes and Style
Zenryoku Usagi is known for its:
- Gag Comedy: The humor is derived from the everyday situations and the characters’ over-the-top reactions.
- Slice of Life: It depicts the daily lives of construction workers, albeit with a humorous twist.
- Anthropomorphism: The characters are rabbits, but they behave like humans.
- Workplace Comedy: Much of the humor comes from the interactions and situations within the construction site.
Reception
The first season of the “Reiwa-era” anime premiered in October 2023. The original 2008 anime has a rating of 6.04 on MyAnimeList, based on 371 users.
Additional Information
- The original manga creator is Kei Ikeda.
- The animation production for Season 2 is by Rising Force.
- The series has inspired numerous spinoff goods featuring the characters.
With its blend of gag comedy and slice-of-life themes, Zenryoku Usagi Season 2 promises to deliver more laughs and heartwarming moments. Be sure to tune in on April 9th to Chiba TV and d Anime Store, or April 13th to TV Kanagawa and TV Saitama, to catch the premiere!
