The highly anticipated second season of From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman (Katainaka no Ossan, Kensei ni Naru) is officially set to premiere in July 2026. NBC Universal unveiled the release window and a new promotional trailer at AnimeJapan 2026, marking a significant announcement during the event’s opening day.
For fans in Latin America, the upcoming season will be available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The narrative of the second season will delve deeper into Beryl Gardinant’s evolving role as a special instructor for the knights of the Liberion Order, exploring new challenges and developments in his journey.
Production Team and Voice Cast
The core production team remains consistent, ensuring continuity for the series. Akio Kazumi continues as director, overseeing production at Passione and Hayabusa Film. Kunihiko Okada returns to handle the script, while Satsuki Hayasaka is back as both character designer and chief animation director. The musical composition will again be led by Yasuharu Takanashi.
The beloved voice cast is also confirmed to reprise their roles:
- Hiroaki Hirata as Beryl Gardinant
- Nao Tōyama as Allucia Citrus
- Hitomi Ueda as Surena Lysandra
- Yūki Hirose as Curuni Crueciel
- Hinaki Yano as Ficelle Harbeller
- Chiwa Saitō as Lucy Diamond
- Kaito Ishikawa as Henblitz Drout
About Katainaka no Ossan
Katainaka no Ossan tells the story of Beryl Gardinant, a man who, despite his masterful skill, considers himself a mediocre sword instructor in a quiet rural village. His life takes an unexpected turn when a former student enlists him as a special instructor for the capital’s knights. The series explores Beryl’s struggles with his new prestigious position and his interactions with former disciples who now hold elite ranks, all of whom firmly believe in his exceptional technical prowess.
