The second season of Hana-Kimi (also known as Hanazakari no Kimitachi e) is moving forward with its weekly schedule. Episode 10 is coming soon, and fans are waiting to see what happens next after the tense events of the previous episode. This guide covers the release date, exact time, where to watch it worldwide, and a full recap of Episode 9.
Episode 10 Release Date and Time
Episode 10 of Hana-Kimi Season 2 comes out on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
The show follows a weekly schedule. New episodes release every Wednesday. The season is expected to run for 12 episodes.
For viewers outside Japan, the episode will be available on Crunchyroll at the same time it airs in Japan. The standard release time for new episodes is 9:00 a.m. PT / 12:00 p.m. ET.
Here is the release time for Episode 10 in different regions:
- Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 26
- Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26
- India Standard Time (IST): 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26
- Japan Standard Time (JST): 1:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 27
The Japanese broadcast schedule is Thursday at 00:30 JST. The show airs on Tokyo MX, BS11, MBS, and other channels in Japan.
Where to Watch Episode 10
Crunchyroll is the main streaming platform for the show outside Japan. The episode will be available with English subtitles and an English dub. Crunchyroll streams the show in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and India.
Prime Video also streams the series. The show is available one week in advance on these platforms compared to the TV broadcast.
In Japan, the episode airs on TV networks like Tokyo MX, BS11, MBS, CBC TV, and RKB Mainichi Broadcasting.
Detailed Recap of Episode 9
Episode 9, which aired on August 19, 2026, was a tense and important chapter. The episode brought the beach arc to its end.
The main conflict centered on Makita. He had been a threat to Mizuki throughout the arc. Sano overheard Makita talking with his friends about his plans involving Mizuki. Makita attempted to assault Mizuki, but Sano showed up in time to stop him.
The episode also showed the aftermath of these events. The danger pushed Mizuki and Sano closer together. Sano’s protective instincts were on full display. The episode also focused on the students preparing for a musical performance after their exams.
A new teacher temporarily took charge of Mizuki’s class. This added a new dynamic to the school setting. The episode had a trigger warning for attempted sexual assault between the 12:00 and 13:42 mark.
What to Expect in Episode 10
Episode 10 will deal with the fallout from the events at the beach. Mizuki and Sano’s relationship will likely continue to develop. The secret of Mizuki’s identity remains a central tension. The school festival is also coming up, which could bring new challenges and comedic moments.
The episode will also explore the side characters. Akiha and Ebi’s relationship mirrors Sano and Mizuki’s situation in some ways. Both couples deal with family issues and love that goes beyond gender expectations.
The series is based on the manga by Hisaya Nakajo, which ran from 1996 to 2004. The anime adaptation is a way to bring this classic story to a new generation.
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The Story So Far
The second season continues the story of Mizuki Ashiya. She is a Japanese-American track star who transfers to an all-boys high school in Japan. Her goal is to meet her idol, high jump star Izumi Sano. She disguises herself as a boy to get close to him. The show mixes comedy, drama, and romance as Mizuki tries to keep her secret.
The main cast includes Aya Yamane as Mizuki Ashiya, Taku Yashiro as Izumi Sano, Kikunosuke Toya as Shuichi Nakatsu, and Yūichirō Umehara as Minami Nanba. The English dub features Katelyn Barr as Mizuki and Wyatt Baker as Sano.
The studio behind the animation is Signal.MD. The opening theme song for the second season is “Flashbulb” by Omoinotake.
Episode 10 of Hana-Kimi Season 2 is set to be an important chapter. The story is moving forward with the school festival and the continuing tension around Mizuki’s secret.
Also Read: Hana-Kimi 2nd Season Episode 9 Recap: Beach Arc Ends With a Dangerous Confrontation
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