Hakusensha has officially announced that a sequel anime for Yona of the Dawn (Akatsuki no Yona) is currently in development. The news was revealed in the second 2026 issue of Hana to Yume magazine.
Alongside the anime news, the magazine confirmed several major updates for the manga series:
- The final chapter of Yona of the Dawn has been published
- An extra chapter and a supplementary fan book will be released
- These additional materials will appear in the sixth issue of Hana to Yume, shipping on February 20
About the Series
The Yona of the Dawn TV anime originally aired in 2014 with a total of 24 episodes. The franchise later received three original anime DVDs released between 2015 and 2016. Funimation handled the home video release of the TV series.
The manga, written and illustrated by Mizuho Kusanagi, began serialization in Hana to Yume magazine in 2009. The series entered its final arc in June 2024.
- Volume 46 was released on June 20
- Volume 47 is scheduled to ship on February 20, 2026
- Viz Media has licensed the manga in English, with Volume 45 released on December 2
Story Overview
Yona is a sheltered princess whose peaceful life is shattered after a sudden betrayal. Forced to flee her kingdom with her loyal bodyguard Hak, she begins a long journey of survival, growth, and self discovery as she fights to reclaim her destiny.
Other Adaptations
The franchise has also seen multiple stage adaptations:
- Stage plays in 2016, 2018, and 2019 in Tokyo
- A musical stage play performed in Tokyo in July 2024
More details about the sequel anime, including staff and release timing, have not yet been revealed.
Source: AnimeNewsNetwork
A one hour Winter special for the Undead Unluck TV anime has confirmed that production on a second season has been officially approved.
The first season aired from October 2023 to March 2024 and concluded with a total of 24 episodes. The series is currently streaming on Hulu.
- Anime based on the manga by Yoshifumi Tozuka
- Season 1 aired October 2023 to March 2024
- Second season officially green lit
Series Overview
Fuuko Izumo is cursed with the ability Unluck, causing deadly misfortune to anyone she touches. Her life changes after meeting Andy, an immortal man who wants nothing more than to die. Together, the two form an unlikely partnership that turns chaos into purpose.
Manga Background
- Manga debuted as a one shot in Weekly Shonen Jump in January 2019
- Serialization began in January 2020
- Manga ended on January 27
- Final Volume 27 released on April 4 with five epilogue chapters
Further details regarding the second season, including release timing and staff, have not yet been announced.
Source: AnimeNewsNetwork
