The TV drama Koi wo Suru nara Nidome ga Joto Season 2 (based on the manga by Kinoshita Keiko) has unveiled additional cast members, its opening theme song, and a new promotional video.
Three New Cast Members as Iwanaga’s Ex-Boyfriends
The newly announced actors will play the three former partners of Iwanaga Takashi, portrayed by Furuya Robin:
- Fukamizu Motoki as Hibino Takaaki — an older ex-boyfriend who was involved with Iwanaga during his doctoral studies, and works as an economist.
- Akune Haruyo (of ICEx) as Taniguchi Rui — Iwanaga’s only younger ex, who dated him four years ago.
- Onuki Yusuke as Arima Sota — an ex-boyfriend from Iwanaga’s university days.
Comments from the Cast
Fukamizu Motoki (as Hibino Takaaki)
“I never imagined I’d be playing a character who falls so earnestly in love in a BL drama at this point in my career — and as an economist, no less! I was honestly nervous at first, but on set I was charmed by the leads’ beauty and put at ease by their warm, natural personalities. That said, Hibino is going to stir things up between them big time (laughs). Please look forward to it!”
Akune Haruyo (as Taniguchi Rui)
“I’m so happy to be part of such a beloved work. Throughout filming, the two leads were just so precious and adorable — the whole set had a wonderfully warm atmosphere. I hope everyone enjoys the world of Season 2!”
Onuki Yusuke (as Arima Sota)
“Arima is such a kind-hearted person that he always puts others before himself. Playing him, I felt a bittersweet frustration, but also a warmth at what a genuinely good guy he is. I’m truly grateful to be part of a series so loved by so many, and I hope this character finds a place in everyone’s hearts too.”
Opening Theme: “Scenario” by Mel
Returning from Season 1, artist Mel has written a new opening theme titled 「Scenario」 exclusively for Season 2. Mel describes the track as carrying “a more mature atmosphere than the previous theme 『コヨイノウタ』,” and says it was created around the theme of what kind of future the two leads hope for and how they will walk through life together. The song features in the newly released promotional video, and Mel encourages viewers to watch it alongside the drama to fully appreciate its meaning.
Story
Koi wo Suru nara Nidome ga Joto is a BL story that begins with the reunion of Miyata, a business-book editor, and Iwanaga, a popular university associate professor. Season 2 picks up two years after the happy ending of Season 1, exploring how Miyata’s heart is shaken when Iwanaga’s ex-boyfriends begin to make their presence felt.
Broadcast Information
The drama begins airing on 1 September 2026 every Tuesday on MBS, TBS, CBC, RKB, and HBC.
Staff & Cast
- Original Work: Kinoshita Keiko, Koi wo Suru nara Nidome ga Joto (Tokuma Shoten / Chara Comics)
- Directors: Yasukawa Yuka, Funabiki Maju, Nomura Nao
- Screenplay: Funabiki Maju
- Music: Koyama Erina
- LGBTQ Supervisor: Kawamoto Mimano (Attorney)
- Main Cast: Hasegawa Shin, Furuya Robin, Takamatsu Aroha, Shiraishi Hayato, and others

