Feline-Run Noodle Shop Returns! "Ramen Aka Neko" Season 2 Announced for 2027

Fans of the heartwarming anime series Ramen Aka Neko (Red Cat Ramen) have plenty of reason to celebrate! It has been officially announced that the highly anticipated second season (Part 2) is scheduled to broadcast in January 2027. Along with the announcement, a brand-new teaser visual has been released featuring the stoic feline protagonist, Bunzo, alongside a new cat character named Jewel, sparking immense excitement across social media.

New Cast Member Tasuku Hatanaka Joins the Feline Crew

In addition to the Season 2 confirmation, voice actor Tasuku Hatanaka has been cast as the new character, Jewel. Fans have flooded social media with praise, with comments like "Hatanaka is the absolute perfect fit for Jewel!" and "I've been waiting for this!" The newly released promotional video, which offers a sneak peek at Jewel, has further fueled the hype. With the sequel now officially on the horizon, passionate fans are already declaring, "2027 is officially going to be the best year ever" and "I can't wait!"

"Even Tired Middle-Aged Men Are Watching": Kenjiro Tsuda Charms Fans at GiGO EXPO

The big announcement took place during a special talk stage at "GiGO EXPO 2026," featuring Kenjiro Tsuda (the voice of Bunzo) and Kurumi Orihara (the voice of Azusa Yashiro). The duo delighted the audience with a live voice-acting performance. Tsuda brought laughter to the crowd by sharing, "I've had quite a few tired middle-aged men on work sites tell me they watch the show," highlighting the anime's surprisingly broad appeal. On social media, many have praised the series, noting, "It's not just cute; it's a gold standard for workplace anime that really touches the heart."

Collaborations and More: The "Ramen Aka Neko" Phenomenon Continues

To add to the excitement, a collaboration with the popular conveyor-belt sushi chain "Hama Sushi" was also announced. Between the success of the official mobile game Ramen Aka Neko: Nyan-stage! and strong streaming numbers for the first season, the momentum for the franchise is only growing as it heads toward its 2027 premiere.

The Context: What is "Ramen Aka Neko"?

Based on the popular manga by Angyaman serialized on Shueisha's Shonen Jump+, Ramen Aka Neko is a unique, heartwarming slice-of-life story about a ramen shop entirely owned and operated by talking cats. The story begins when a human woman, Tamako Yashiro, goes for a job interview at the shop and gets hired—not to cook, but to help with behind-the-scenes chores and, crucially, to brush the feline staff to ensure no cat hair gets into the food. The series has won over fans worldwide for its realistic depiction of workplace ethics, mutual respect, and, of course, its incredibly charming and distinct feline characters.

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