The main cast of Part 1 returns, with Atsushi Nigorikawa returning as director
Kodoani.com – Official website of the anime project “Reiwa-era” for manga Zenryoku Usagi by the author Kei Ikeda announced that the anime will return with the second part in 2025. This notice was published on Public Architecture Day of Japan, November 11, and comes with images of the sequel, as well as confirmation of the returning cast and production team.
Main Cast
The cast of Zenryoku Usagi will reprise their roles, including:
Ayu Matsuura in the role Intern.
Kenta Miyake in the role Boss.
Minoru Shiraishi in the role Head of shift.
Saori Hayami in the role Nee-san.
Rie Takahashi in the role Young girl.
Yusuke Shirai in the role Businessmen.
This May in the role Mikuro-san.
Production Team Returns
Atsushi Nigorikawa will continue to serve as director for the second part at Rising Forcewhile Miki Urashima continue his role as character designer. Shinya Satō and Hiroshi Ukai (of PICKUP and Bros. Bird, Inc) will also return as a producer. Mimi Satsuki will be in charge of scripting the second season, instead Misaki Morie.
Zenryoku Usagi's Funny Plot and Meaning
Zenryoku Usagi is a comedy revolving around the lives of hardworking rabbits who work in construction, with the mottos “Give it your all in everything you do” and “Live to the fullest with what you have.” The film depicts challenges and humorous situations in the characters' daily lives, bringing a positive and encouraging message to viewers.
Publishing History and Previous Adaptations
Kei Ikeda first posted Zenryoku Usagi online, then ok Media Factory (now is Kadokawa) published in four volumes, accompanied by two additional story volumes. The manga became popular and inspired a series of 52 short films, broadcast in Japan on the show Chibi Ani Gekijo (Tiny Anime Theater) in 2008, during the Heisei period. In addition, Ikeda and Media Factory have developed many spin-off products related to the characters of the series, continuing to maintain the appeal of Zenryoku Usagi in the fan community.
