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Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Anime Film Part 2 Unveils Teaser Trailer
The highly anticipated second entry in the Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club animated film trilogy is set to premiere in Japanese theaters on November 7, 2025. Official channels have just released a brand-new teaser trailer, offering fans a first look at the next musical journey awaiting the idols as they explore new cities across Japan, including Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe.
This new installment continues the story of the beloved idol group as part of the far-reaching Love Live! multimedia franchise. Building on the momentum created by the first film, Part 2 introduces fresh performances, heartfelt moments, and inspiring songs
Official Theme Song and Setting
The theme song for Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Anime Film Part 2 has been confirmed as “Yakusoku ni Nare Bokura no Uta” (translated as “Let Our Song Become a Promise”), performed by the Nijigasaki High School Idol Club themselves. The song promises to embody the film’s themes of unity, determination, and self-expression, aligning with the group’s ongoing journey toward self-discovery and artistic fulfillment.
The teaser trailer showcases scenes set in some of Japan’s most culturally rich cities, including Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe, giving a glimpse into the stunning visuals and environments that will feature prominently in the film. These new locations signal the expanding scope of the story and offer a vibrant backdrop for the characters’ development and upcoming performances.
Main Staff and Production Team
Consistent with previous entries in the Love Live! Nijigasaki series, the film is being produced by the acclaimed animation studio Sunrise, which has long been associated with the franchise. The second film is directed by Tomoyuki Kawamura, who also helmed the first installment of the trilogy, bringing a consistent vision and tone to the continuation.
The screenplay is written by Jin Tanaka, whose storytelling is well known within the Love Live! universe. Character designs are provided by Takumi Yokota, capturing the vibrant and expressive style of the series, while the musical score is composed by Naoki Endou, contributing to the film’s emotional and energetic atmosphere through its soundtrack.
The anime films are based on the original work by Hajime Yatate and Kurako Kiminosa, maintaining faithfulness to the source material that first enchanted fans around the world. Their influence remains vital in ensuring the narrative and thematic consistency of the Love Live! universe.
Returning Voice Cast
The voice cast for Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Anime Film Part 2 features returning talents who portray the members of the School Idol Club. Though a full cast list has not yet been detailed for this specific installment, the main cast from the original anime series is expected to reprise their roles:
- Aguri Ōnishi as Ayumu Uehara
- Tomori Kusunoki as Setsuna Yuki
- Chiemi Tanaka as Rina Tennoji
- Mayu Sagara as Kasumi Nakasu
- Kaori Maeda as Shizuku Osaka
- Maria Sashide as Emma Verde
- Miyu Kubota as Karin Asaka
- Natsumi Murakami as Ai Miyashita
- Akari Kitō as Kanata Konoe
- Hinaki Yano as Yu Takasaki
This ensemble cast has become a core part of the franchise’s appeal, bringing emotional depth and personality to each member of the idol group.
Streaming Availability and Franchise Background
While the film is scheduled for theatrical release in Japan, international streaming details have yet to be announced. However, the Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club television series is currently available on Crunchyroll, which has provided access to the broader franchise to fans worldwide.
Crunchyroll describes the story as follows: “Nijigasaki High School is known for its diverse subjects and the freedom it offers students. Second-year student Yu Takasaki discovers the world of school idols and, alongside her friend Ayumu Uehara, joins the School Idol Club. The members, sometimes friends and sometimes rivals, each bring their unique motivations and dreams to the group as they aim to shine together on stage.”
The Love Live! franchise continues to evolve through television, music, and film, maintaining its place as one of Japan’s most successful and beloved multimedia projects. Since its debut, Love Live! has expanded to multiple idol groups, including μ’s, Aqours, Nijigasaki, and most recently, Liella!, each with their own storylines and settings.
Conclusion
With the release of the new teaser trailer and the announcement of the film’s official theme song, Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Anime Film Part 2 is shaping up to be another heartfelt and thrilling addition to the franchise. As November 2025 approaches, audiences can look forward to further announcements regarding additional cast details, international distribution, and more promotional materials. Until then, fans can revisit the series on streaming platforms and anticipate the next emotional chapter in the journey of the Nijigasaki idols.
