In the November 6 teaser, Ichikawa and Yamada still have awkward moments around their friends. By the end of the clip, Yamada says outright that they’re dating. The accompanying visual shows the pair on swings at sunset.
Yamada talks openly about dating
The teaser brings back Moeko Sekine, one of their classmates. It also shows Ichikawa’s sister Kana and her bandmate Akira Momoyama. The first two seasons took their time bringing Ichikawa and Yamada together. The teaser now gives a glimpse of how their relationship fits into their lives at school and at home.
Ichikawa faces entrance exams as Yamada pursues her career
The new season picks up after they become a couple at the end of season two. Ichikawa has entrance exams ahead, while Yamada continues her work in entertainment. The season synopsis also mentions a seaside study camp, a summer festival and their final middle school cultural festival.
Season three was announced in March 2026. To mark the occasion, anime character designer Masato Katsumata drew Ichikawa and Yamada leaning together to form the number three. In November, the team revealed the swings visual and the April 2027 broadcast window in Japan. An exact premiere date is still to come.
Sources: Season three announcement and teaser · Season three synopsis.
