The Fable season 2 begins its Nippon TV broadcast on January 9, 2027. A new promotional visual and cast announcement introduce Yamaoka’s group, bringing another confrontation into Akira’s life.
What time does season 2 air?
The official schedule lists Saturdays at 24:55 on Nippon TV, starting January 9, 2027. In Japanese broadcast notation that means 12:55 AM on Sunday, January 10, equivalent to 10:55 PM on Saturday, January 9 in Vietnam.
This is the Japanese television schedule. Distribution information for viewers in Vietnam will be updated when announced.
Who threatens Akira’s everyday life?
The official introduction picks up after Akira has recovered a peaceful routine following earlier troubles. Yamaoka’s group brings new schemes, forcing him to protect that life while continuing to obey the order not to kill.
Yamaoka dominates the new visual alongside assassins Azami and Yūkari. Yōko is shown holding a gun, while Misaki also faces danger. The confrontation therefore extends to people around Akira rather than being presented solely as a personal duel.
Who voices Yamaoka’s group?
Kōichi Yamadera voices Yamaoka, Takanori Hoshino plays Azami and Hiroyuki Yoshino voices Yūkari. All three characters feature on the opposing side of the new promotional visual.
Returning cast includes Kazuyuki Okitsu as Akira, Miyuki Sawashiro as Yōko and Kana Hanazawa as Misaki. Tezuka Productions continues to produce the anime, with Ryōsuke Takahashi directing and Yo Tsuji composing the music.
What should newcomers know?
Katsuhisa Minami’s manga follows a hitman known as Fable, ordered to take a year off and live an ordinary life in Osaka as Akira Satō. His lethal ability made his reputation, but avoiding killing is the challenge when trouble follows him.
Yamaoka’s threat matters because Akira must deal with danger while keeping that restriction. New viewers should begin with the first season to become familiar with Akira, Yōko and Misaki before the next confrontation.
FAQ
When does The Fable season 2 begin?
January 9, 2027 under Nippon TV’s Saturday-night schedule, equivalent to 10:55 PM that day in Vietnam.
Who voices Yamaoka?
Kōichi Yamadera, according to the official cast listing.
Is distribution in Vietnam confirmed?
The announced schedule concerns Japanese television. Distribution information for Vietnam will be updated when announced.
Sources: VAP: schedule and introduction. VAP: October 14 season 2 announcements. VAP: staff and cast.
Image: ©南勝久・講談社／アニメ「ザ・ファブル」製作委員会. Information checked October 15, 2026.
