FX Fighter Kurumi-chan Episode 2 is set to arrive on Crunchyroll on Thursday, October 8, 2026, continuing the story of a college student who enters the foreign exchange market to recover the money her late mother lost. The series has already made waves for its unusual premise and its opening content warning about the risks of FX trading.
When Does FX Fighter Kurumi-chan Episode 2 Come Out
Crunchyroll will release FX Fighter Kurumi-chan Episode 2 on October 8, 2026, as part of its Fall 2026 simulcast lineup. The Japanese broadcast airs on AT-X at 9:30 p.m. JST on October 8, followed by Tokyo MX at 10:30 p.m., BS11 at midnight, and Kansai TV at 1:45 a.m. The first two episodes of Kansai TV begin at 1:55 a.m. instead of the usual time.
Exact Streaming Times for Major Regions
The release time is based on the Japanese broadcast slot at 9:30 p.m. JST on October 8, 2026. Here is the complete schedule for key locations:
- Japan and South Korea: 9:30 p.m. JST on Thursday, October 8
- United States (Pacific Time): 5:30 a.m. PT on Thursday, October 8
- United States (Eastern Time): 8:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, October 8
- Canada: Same as U.S. times (5:30 a.m. PT / 8:30 a.m. ET)
- United Kingdom and Ireland: 1:30 p.m. BST on Thursday, October 8
- Central Europe, Spain, Italy, Poland: 2:30 p.m. CEST on Thursday, October 8
- India: 6:00 p.m. IST on Thursday, October 8
- Australia (AEST): 10:30 p.m. AEST on Thursday, October 8
- Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica: 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8
- Peru, Colombia, Panama, Ecuador: 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8
- Venezuela, Bolivia, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico: 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8
- Chile, Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil: 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 8
These times are based on the Japanese broadcast schedule. Crunchyroll has not confirmed an exact streaming time for international viewers, but the platform typically releases episodes shortly after the Japanese broadcast. Viewers in Australia and New Zealand will see the episode appear on Thursday, October 8, due to time zone differences.
Where to Watch FX Fighter Kurumi-chan
Crunchyroll holds the worldwide streaming rights for FX Fighter Kurumi-chan. The platform also streams the series with a same-day English dub. The show is available across North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and India.
In Japan, the anime airs on AT-X, Tokyo MX, BS11, and Kansai TV. The streaming service d Anime Store offers the fastest advance streaming in Japan, with other services following. ABEMA, U-NEXT, and Anime Hodai also stream the series.
FX Fighter Kurumi-chan Episode 1 Recap
Episode 1, titled “What’s FX?”, opened with a content warning about the risks of foreign exchange margin trading. The episode began with Kurumi Fukuga already dealing with a major trading problem, as her forex position moved against her.
The story then went back to Kurumi’s younger years. Her mother, Kozue, became deeply involved in FX trading and secretly used the family’s money. Kozue lost 20 million yen (about US$126,000) following the Lehman Brothers bankruptcy and the financial crisis. The episode showed Kozue’s emotional breakdown as she shouted in rage about her losses. Kurumi’s parents’ relationship fell apart, and Kozue died after being worn down by the situation.
Having grown up to become a university student, Kurumi finally made her long-awaited FX debut. Her goal was to win back the 20 million yen her late mother lost. The episode depicted Kurumi’s grief after her mother’s death and her determination to succeed where her mother failed. She believed her math skills would help her avoid the same mistakes.
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Meet the Main Characters and Voice Cast
Kurumi Fukuga (voiced by Aina Suzuki) is the protagonist. She is a university student who enters the FX market to recover her mother’s losses. Suzuki is known for her roles as Ivy in The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash and Mari Ohara in Love Live! Sunshine!!.
Kozue Fukuga (voiced by Mamiko Noto) is Kurumi’s late mother. She became addicted to FX trading and lost 20 million yen. Noto’s performance as Kozue has been praised for its intensity.
Mochiko Kogane (voiced by Asami Seto) is Kurumi’s university investment friend. She recommends the Australian dollar/Japanese yen currency pair to Kurumi in Episode 2. Seto is known for her roles as Mai Sakurajima in Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai.
Mebuki Yamashi (voiced by Ayasa Ito) is another FX enthusiast who joins Kurumi’s circle. Ito is known for her role as Yayoi in Teppen!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
Yasuko Takane (voiced by Miho Okasaki) is a self-proclaimed “Affi-chan” investment blogger. Okasaki is known for her role as Rimuru Tempest in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime.
What Happens in FX Fighter Kurumi-chan Episode 2
Episode 2 is titled “It’s OK, I Have Leverage.” The episode picks up after Kurumi’s first FX trade, where she faced a large unrealized loss before the market miraculously reversed and she successfully locked in a profit.
About three months pass, and Kurumi steadily builds up her profits. Her university friend Mochiko Kogane recommends the Australian dollar/Japanese yen currency pair, which Kurumi’s mother once traded. Despite her hesitation, Kurumi takes on a high-leverage trade, and her account balance approaches 1 million yen.
The episode title has already drawn reactions from viewers, with comments like “Really okay?” and “The title alone is scary” appearing on social media.
About the Anime and Staff
FX Fighter Kurumi-chan is based on the manga by Demunyan with art by Daisuki Tansan. The manga launched in Kadokawa’s Comic Flapper magazine in February 2021 and currently has eight volumes in print.
The anime is produced by Passione and directed by Yuki Ogawa. Kenta Ihara handles series composition and scripts, Kazuyuki Ueda designs the characters, and Takuro Iga composes the music. Aina Suzuki performs the opening theme “FX Senshi Kurumi-chan” and the ending theme “$・¥・€”.
The series is confirmed for 12 episodes, running through the Fall 2026 anime season.
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