Key Facts Block

・Kaguya-sama: Love Is War announced a new anime TV special on June 23, 2025
・Title: The Grown-Up Staircase; key visual revealed
・Original manga ended in 2022 with 19 million copies sold
・Created by Aka Akasaka, serialized in Weekly Young Jump
・Live-action films starred Shō Hirano and Kanna Hashimoto

Behind the New Chapter: What to Expect from the Kaguya-sama TV Special

A brand-new anime special titled Kaguya-sama: Love Is War – The Grown-Up Staircase is officially in production. The announcement, accompanied by a freshly illustrated key visual, was made on June 23, 2025. While the exact broadcast date has yet to be revealed, anticipation is already building among fans.

The story of Kaguya-sama: Love Is War centers around Kaguya Shinomiya and Miyuki Shirogane, student council elites at the prestigious Shuchiin Academy. Known for their intellectual standoffs and romantic mind games, the series has become a global sensation for its clever storytelling and emotional depth.

The Legacy Continues: Impact and Future

Originally serialized in Miracle Jump in 2015 before moving to Weekly Young Jump, the manga concluded in 2022 after a hugely successful run. With over 19 million copies sold, the series has inspired three seasons of anime (2019–2022) and two live-action films featuring King & Prince’s Shō Hirano and actress Kanna Hashimoto.

The newly announced special seems poised to explore the characters’ transition into adulthood, as hinted by the subtitle “The Grown-Up Staircase.” Whether it's a romantic turning point or a character-defining moment, fans can expect more of the signature wit and heart that made the original series unforgettable.

FAQ

Q: What is the new Kaguya-sama anime called?
A: Kaguya-sama: Love Is War – The Grown-Up Staircase

Q: Is it a full season or a special?
A: It is a standalone anime TV special.

Q: Has the release date been announced?
A: Not yet. The broadcast date will be revealed later.

Q: Who created Kaguya-sama: Love Is War?
A: Manga artist Aka Akasaka.

Q: How successful is the manga?
A: Over 19 million copies sold worldwide.

Source : ORICON NEWS