Fans of the supernatural mystery anime Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun have been eagerly following its much-anticipated second season. For those specifically inquiring about Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 Episode 18, the good news is that this episode has already aired, marking a significant point in the ongoing narrative.
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2: Current Status
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 officially premiered on January 12, 2025, bringing new adventures for Hanako, Nene, and Kou. This highly anticipated second season is structured into two cours, with the first part concluding in March 2025. A second cour, serving as a direct continuation rather than a separate third season, began airing in July 2025.
Episode 18: Release Date and What to Expect
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 Episode 18, titled “Rupture,” was released on Sunday, August 10, 2025, in Japan at 4:30 pm JST. International viewers, including those in English-speaking regions, were able to watch the episode on the same day due to time zone differences.
Leading into Episode 18, the previous installment (Episode 17) saw Hanako successfully rescue Nene from the villagers. It also revealed that Sumire is the Sixth’s Yorishiro, caught in an unending cycle of death, prompting Nene’s resolve to save both her and Aoi without further sacrifice. The episode also depicted Aoi and Akane confronting their true feelings, with Teru intervening to save them and shedding light on the school’s connection to Sumire’s village and the Akane family’s history. Hanako and Nene returned safely with Sumire, but Aoi did not make it back. Hanako also revealed that Aoi’s sacrifice played a role in extending Nene’s lifespan.
Episode 18 was expected to delve deeper into Hanako’s cryptic remark about parting ways with Nene and the mysterious crack appearing on his face. Viewers also anticipated further exploration of how these events tie into the disappearance of apparitions and the Mokke, and whether Aoi’s sacrifice was part of the Sixth’s grander scheme. The episode was set to provide answers regarding Aoi’s ultimate fate, Akane and Teru’s subsequent actions, Nene’s reaction to the revelations, and the future of Sumire.
Full Episode Count for Season 2
Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 is slated to have a total of 24 episodes, spread across its two cours. This expanded season provides ample opportunity to further adapt the beloved manga by AidaIro. The first season, which aired in 2020, consisted of 12 episodes.
Where to Watch Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2
For international viewers, Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Season 2 is available for streaming on Crunchyroll. In Japan, the series airs across 28 TBS-affiliated stations and can also be found on various streaming platforms, including ABEMA, d Anime Store, Bandai Channel, Disney+, DMM TV, Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, and U-NEXT.
The “Anime Project Restart” and Previous Installments
The current anime developments stem from a broader “Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun Anime Project Restart” that was announced in December 2022. This project aimed to bring new life to the anime adaptation. As part of this “restart,” the spin-off series After-School Hanako-kun received an anime adaptation, with its “first installment” airing from October to November 2023, followed by a four-episode sequel in October 2024. These shorter series provided additional animated content while fans awaited the return of the main Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun storyline. The second season of the original anime then followed, premiering in January 2025.
