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Business Upturn
a day ago
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- Business Upturn
Sakamoto Days Part 2: Release date, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far
By Aman Shukla Published on June 2, 2025, 17:08 IST Sakamoto Days, the action-packed anime adaptation of Yuto Suzuki's hit manga, has taken the world by storm with its unique blend of explosive combat, heartfelt family moments, and hilarious comedy. Following the success of Season 1, fans are eagerly awaiting Part 2. This article covers everything we know so far about the release date, cast, and plot details for Sakamoto Days Part 2. Release Date for Sakamoto Days Part 2 Sakamoto Days Part 2 is set to premiere on July 14, 2025, exclusively on Netflix. Following the success of Part 1, which debuted on January 11, 2025, the second half of Season 1 will continue the weekly release schedule, with new episodes expected to drop every Saturday. This aligns with the Japanese broadcast, ensuring fans worldwide can enjoy the action-comedy series in sync. While the exact episode count for Part 2 remains unconfirmed, reports suggest it will feature 11 episodes, mirroring the first cour, bringing the total for Season 1 to 22 episodes. Cast of Sakamoto Days Part 2 The talented voice cast from Part 1 returns to bring Taro Sakamoto and his crew to life, with a new addition to the roster. Here's the lineup: Tomokazu Sugita as Taro Sakamoto: The legendary ex-hitman turned chubby convenience store owner. Nobunaga Shimazaki as Shin Asakura: Sakamoto's telepathic former partner. Ayane Sakura as Lu Shaotang: The strong and adorable daughter of a mafia boss. Nao Toyama as Aoi Sakamoto: Sakamoto's loving wife. Hina Kino as Hana Sakamoto: Their adorable daughter. Ryota Suzuki as Heisuke Mashimo: A clueless but loyal sniper. Miyari Nemoto as Piisuke: A quirky ally. Natsuki Hanae as Nagumo: A mysterious figure from Sakamoto's past. Saori Hayami as Osaragi: A skilled assassin. Taku Yashiro as Shishiba: Another formidable foe. Koki Uchiyama as Gaku: A new assassin joining the cast. Plot Details for Sakamoto Days Part 2 Based on Yuto Suzuki's hit manga, serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump since November 21, 2020, Sakamoto Days follows Taro Sakamoto, once the world's deadliest assassin, who retired for love, married Aoi, and started a family. Now running a humble convenience store, his peaceful life is disrupted when a billion-yen bounty draws old enemies and new threats, forcing him to protect his loved ones without breaking his no-kill vow. Part 1, which adapted roughly 30+ chapters across 11 episodes, ended with the 'Casino Battle' arc, where Sakamoto, Shin, and Lu faced off against Wutang in a high-stakes gambling showdown. Part 2 picks up with the Death Row Prisoners arc, a fan-favorite storyline that ramps up the intensity. Expect Sakamoto and his team to confront a quartet of dangerous death row inmates, allegedly freed by the mysterious X (Slur), who also placed the bounty on Sakamoto's head. The arc tests Sakamoto's skills and resolve, blending explosive action, dark humor, and heartwarming family moments. Where to Watch Sakamoto Days Part 2 Sakamoto Days Part 2 will stream exclusively on Netflix, available globally starting July 14, 2025. Catch up on Part 1, currently available, to prepare for the next chapter. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
Leadership renewal at BG Tampines Rovers as chairman Desmond Ong steps aside
Outgoing BG Tampines Rovers chairman Desmond Ong hugging coach Gavin Lee during the medal presentation of the Singapore Cup final at Jalan Besar Stadium on May 31. ST PHOTO: ARIFFIN JAMAR SINGAPORE – For the first time since 2017, BG Tampines Rovers will see a change in leadership, after lawyer Desmond Ong stepped down as chairman of the Singapore Premier League (SPL) side to make way for Japanese investment banker Shungo Sakamoto. Ong, 56, told The Straits Times that Sakamoto, who has been the Stags' vice-chairman since 2024 after joining the management committee in 2023, became the new chairman on June 1. Ong will still be a member of the club's management committee. Desmond Ong (far left) has handed over the chairmanship of BG Tampines Rovers to Shungo Sakamoto ST PHOTO: DEEPANRAJ GANESAN In an interview with ST shortly after the Stags lost 1-0 to the Lion City Sailors in the Singapore Cup final at Jalan Besar Stadium on May 31, Ong said leadership renewal has been in the works as he was at the helm for almost eight years. Ong, a managing partner of law firm Solitaire LLP, said: 'I've always wanted to step away as soon as we found the right person to take over. Over the years, there have been people who have indicated their interest in wanting to come in and take over, but this was the right time and we have (found) the right person. 'In his own way, he's shown to be cerebral and passionate and he has supported local football for a number of years. So I'm very confident and comfortable that the club will be in very good hands under his stewardship.' Ong also clarified that stepping down as Stags chairman was not due to his new role with the Football Association of Singapore (FAS) – in April, he became deputy president of the new FAS council for the 2025-29 term. Sakamoto, 38, a Japanese citizen who immigrated to Singapore in 2019, is not the first foreigner to be a club chairman here. Current Albirex Niigata chairman Daisuke Korenaga is also Japanese. Sakamoto is the executive director and founder of investment company Sakamoto Capital. Previously known as Black Clover, the firm has been a sponsor of both Albirex and the Stags for the 2023 and 2024-25 campaigns. A social footballer, Sakamoto has spent the past few years helping to arrange casual football competitions among Japanese expats. It was through these social matches that he was introduced to the Albirex hierarchy before befriending Tampines midfielder Kyoga Nakamura, who introduced him to the Stags' management committee. Sakamoto said he is eager to build on the club's foundation, tap on the partnerships – such as the three-year collaboration with Thailand's BG Pathum inked in 2023 – and bring about benefits with his own connections to Japanese football. He is confident that the Stags will continue to push the Sailors and has set his sights on winning the SPL in the coming years. Their last league title was in 2013. In the latest campaign, Tampines were runners-up in the Singapore Cup and the SPL, where they finished eight points behind the Sailors. 'We want to beat the Sailors, to be the No. 1 team in Singapore, and I want more fans to support us and, hopefully in the future, our home stadium is always crowded,' said Sakamoto. Meanwhile, Ong admitted he had not expected to stay as club chairman for so long. He expressed happiness in helping to build a consistent pipeline of national players. He highlighted the bold decision to offer long-term contracts to players as a way to improve job stability. He is proud of keeping the club competitive domestically and representing the nation in continental competitions despite financial limitations. The Stags, whose last major trophy was the Singapore Cup in 2019, have finished in the top three of the SPL since the 2022 season. Ong said when he replaced lawyer Krishna Ramachandra in 2017, the club were $3 million in debt. Together with his committee members, they worked hard to reduce it. As a result of him putting his own money into the club, the bulk of the debt is owed to Ong, who is comfortable with the arrangement as it allows the club to operate without external financial pressure. He also praised his coaching staff and management team for consistently punching above their weight. He then delivered a farewell jab, saying: 'Whenever anybody loses to us, they say 'Tampines is so well resourced, they are a rich club'. I say to them show me your books and I'll show you my books. We get the same subvention as everyone else. 'A lot of our players became national players on my watch. So to all the people out there who are tempted to say that we are a rich club who only sign national players, can you please come look for me, show the books and then we can compare.' Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
5 most anticipated anime shows coming on Netflix this year
Anime fans have plenty to look forward to on Netflix in 2025, with some exciting new shows and long-awaited returns making their way to the platform. Whether you're into action, sci-fi, or quirky comedy, there's something for everyone this year. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now New adventures, bold stories, and fan-favorite characters are set to dominate screens this year The streaming giant is bringing a powerful mix of fresh stories and returning favorites, with genres ranging from supernatural action to sci-fi drama. First up is Devil May Cry, an anime adaptation of the popular video game series. Fans have been waiting a long time for this, and Netflix is finally delivering. The story follows Dante, a half-demon demon hunter with a love for pizza and sarcasm, as he takes on supernatural threats. With high-octane action and stylish animation, this one's already creating serious buzz. Then we have Sakamoto Days, a series that mixes action and humor and is becoming popular fast. It's centered on a famous hitman called Sakamoto, who decides to quit his violent job to take over a convenience store. Yet, peace doesn't continue for long and before long his old foes are at his door. Back in January, we saw Part 1 of the anime and now we're expecting Part 2 to arrive in July. The combination of humor and sharply designed fights makes this one special. Moonrise, an original science fiction drama, is said to look amazing and pack some emotional punch. The series tells the stories of two people fighting each other even as Earth and the Moon are close to war. The game's eye-catching characters and soundtrack by leading artists might make Moonrise one of the top surprises this year. Dan Da Dan will be back with its second season. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now You get a mix of ghosts, teen issues and jokes in this anime and the results are fun and surprising. With a July launch comes more episodes dealing with ghosts, UFO investigations and outlandish action scenes. In addition, people who like spy movies ought to follow Splinter Cell: Deathwatch. Based on the Tom Clancy video game, the anime shows Sam Fisher on various secret missions around the globe. Details about the release date aren't available yet, but it should arrive at Netflix by the end of the year. From stylish demon hunters to retired assassins and futuristic warfare, 2025 is shaping up to be a great year for anime lovers on Netflix. So whether you're into intense battles or just want something new and quirky, there's plenty to binge on.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sakamoto days part 2 release trailer reveals release date; Here are the details
Sakamoto Days Finally, after a long wait, Sakamoto Days Part 2 has been officially announced. According to the latest trailer of the anime, it will release globally on July 14, 2025. Furthermore, the intro song of the show has also been revealed through the trailer, named Method by Kroi. It has been confirmed that the second part will continue the story from the first part. For those who haven't watched the first part, it is an action-comedy show based on a manga with the same name available on Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump. Sakamoto Days Part 2 details that you should know Sakamoto Days part 2 trailer shows the members of ORDER wreaking havoc. And the trailer also brings a mic drop moment where Sakamoto says that as a father, there are times when he cannot kneel down. The main focus of the second part will be on ORDER, X, and Sakamoto's squad. There are chances that we will also get to see better animations as compared to the first part. Moreover, the second part will also bring some new characters into action. And yes, the Amusement Park Arc of the manga will be continued in the second part. All other details related to the anime are still under wraps. One thing which we know for sure is that it will be exclusively available on Netflix to stream. As for the first party, we get to see Taro Sakamoto, who is a lovable double XL-sized store owner living a peaceful life with his family, comprising a wife and a daughter. But once he was one of the most legendary assassins in the world. His peaceful life is not a long-lived one, as his past organisation puts a bounty on Sakamoto. And the story ahead is filled with action, comedy and whatnot. If you have not watched the first part, then you should do it as soon as possible. Also Read: Is Blue Lock the best football anime ever made? Explored
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 2 OTT Release Date: When and where to watch the dad-turned-hitman strike again
Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 2 OTT Release Date: Hold on to your snacks, anime fans, Netflix just dropped a bomb. The trailer for Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 2 is out, and it looks every bit as explosive, emotional, and wild as fans had hoped. The official streaming date? July 14, 2025. Mark your calendars, because your favourite anime of 2025 is back with more punches, plot twists and heart. So, what's the buzz all about? In case you've been living under a rock (or just haven't tuned in yet), Sakamoto Days is based on the smash-hit manga by Yuto Suzuki. It tells the story of Taro Sakamoto, once Japan's most feared assassin, now a chubby, lovable family man running a local store with his wife and daughter. But don't let the apron fool you - when danger knocks, Sakamoto still packs the same deadly punch he always did. Recap: What happened in Season 1 Part 1? Part 1 of Season 1 hit Netflix back on January 11, 2025 and took the anime world by storm. For 10 straight weeks, it dominated the Netflix Global Top 10 (Non-English TV) list. We saw Sakamoto and his quirky-yet-lethal gang fend off deadly assassins sent by the mysterious villain known only as X (aka Slur). Between the fast-paced fights, hilarious one-liners, and emotional moments that tugged at your heart, Sakamoto Days became an instant fan favourite. What's new in Season 1 Part 2? If you thought Part 1 was intense, Part 2 is here to raise the stakes and possibly your blood pressure. The trailer gives us a glimpse of a high-octane three-way showdown between Sakamoto's crew, the elite assassin force called The Order, and the sinister X (Slur). Yes, it's chaos. Yes, it's going to be awesome. Directed by Masaki Watanabe, Netflix promises the upcoming one to have "bigger fights, more laughs, and new characters to fall in love with." And if you're someone who vibes with good music, the show has a treat for you too. The new opening theme, "Method" by Kroi, is already creating buzz online. Meet the voice cast Matthew Mercer as Taro Sakamoto Dallas Liu as Shin Asakura Vinnie Hacker as X (Slur) Rosie Okumura as Aoi Sakamoto Rosalie Chang as Lu Shaotang Lexi Cabrera as Obiguro Xolo Maridueña as Heisuke Mashimo If Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 1 made you a fan, Part 2 will make you obsessed. If you haven't jumped in yet, now's the perfect time to binge Part 1 before the new episodes hit. July 14 is coming fast, and with it, the return of one of 2025's most beloved anime shows. Excited? Drop your thoughts @indiatimes.
