The new anime series Please Excuse My Younger Brothers just started its run, and viewers are already looking forward to the next episode. The show, which is based on the popular manga Uchi no Otouto-domo ga Sumimasen by Akira Ozaki, premiered on July 3, 2026, in Japan and July 4, 2026, for global audiences. The series is produced by studio Lay-duce and directed by Hitoshi Nanba.
The first episode introduced viewers to Ito Narita, a high school student whose life changes completely when her mother remarries. She suddenly finds herself with four younger stepbrothers, each with their own unique personality. The show blends family comedy with romance, and the premiere has already generated plenty of discussion among anime fans.
Here is everything you need to know about Please Excuse My Younger Brothers Episode 2, including its release date, where to watch it, and a recap of what happened in the first episode.
When Does Please Excuse My Younger Brothers Episode 2 Come Out?
Please Excuse My Younger Brothers Episode 2 is scheduled to release on July 10, 2026. The series follows a weekly release schedule, with new episodes arriving every Friday.
For viewers in Japan, the show airs on Tokyo MX every Saturday at 12:00 AM JST. International audiences can watch the series on Crunchyroll, which streams the episodes with English subtitles. Crunchyroll lists the show under the localized title Please Excuse My Younger Brothers.
The series is planned for 24 episodes and will run for two consecutive cours (television seasons). This means viewers can expect new episodes weekly through the end of 2026.
Where to Watch Please Excuse My Younger Brothers Episode 2
Crunchyroll is the official streaming platform for Please Excuse My Younger Brothers outside of Japan. The show is available on Crunchyroll’s summer 2026 anime lineup. New episodes are added to the platform shortly after they air in Japan.
The Crunchyroll page for the series can be found at: https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/GT00371926/please-excuse-my-younger-brothers. Viewers will need a Crunchyroll subscription to watch the latest episodes. The platform offers both free ad-supported viewing and premium tiers for early access and higher video quality.
In Japan, the series broadcasts on Tokyo MX and other local networks. The original Japanese title is Uchi no Otouto-domo ga Sumimasen.
What Happened in Please Excuse My Younger Brothers Episode 1?
The first episode of Please Excuse My Younger Brothers sets up the story and introduces the main characters. The premiere begins during spring break, when high school sophomore Ito Narita and her mother move into their new home. Ito’s mother has remarried, and Ito is excited to finally have a complete family. As an only child, she has always wanted to experience life with siblings.
However, Ito gets more than she expected. She arrives at her new house and discovers that she now has four younger stepbrothers. Her mother never told her about them. Each brother has a very different personality, and Ito must figure out how to fit into this new, crowded household.
The four brothers are:
- Gen Narita – The oldest brother, who is only one day younger than Ito. He appears cold and distant at first, often clicking his tongue in annoyance. But underneath his rough exterior, he shows moments of kindness.
- Raku Narita – The second oldest brother, who has a more relaxed and chill personality.
- Shuu Narita – The third brother, who is a hikikomori (someone who stays indoors and avoids social contact).
- Rui Narita – The youngest brother, who is in third grade but looks much older than his age. He is cheerful and energetic.
The episode shows Ito trying her best to adjust to her new life. She jumps into household chores like cleaning and cooking, hoping to prove herself as a good older sister. But her efforts create tension with Gen, who used to handle those responsibilities himself. Gen feels like Ito is taking over his role in the family.
Later in the episode, Ito and Gen finally start to understand each other. They have a conversation where they both open up about their pasts. Ito talks about growing up as an only child who had to take care of her mother. Gen shares that he has felt pressure to be a good big brother ever since his mother passed away. This moment helps them find common ground, and the episode ends with a sense that they might eventually get along.
The premiere also sets up hints of a possible romance between Ito and Gen. While the show is a family comedy, it also leans into romantic comedy territory.
Main Cast and Characters
The anime features a talented voice cast bringing the characters to life:
- Naomi Ozora voices Ito Narita, the main character and new older sister to four stepbrothers.
- Toshiki Masuda voices Gen Narita, the eldest brother.
- Momoka Terasawa voices Rui Narita, the youngest brother.
The opening theme song, “Words of Love,” is performed by the band Dish. The ending theme song, “Clover,” is performed by Reira Ushio.
The anime is directed by Hitoshi Nanba, who has a 40-year career in the industry and has worked on titles like Golden Kamuy. Character designs are handled by Shiori Hiraiwa and Youko Fukushima. The music is composed by Gin Hashiba.
The series is based on the manga by Akira Ozaki, which began serialization in Bessatsu Margaret in January 2020. The manga has released 14 volumes as of July 2025. A live-action film adaptation starring Mei Hata as Ito Narita premiered in Japan in December 2024.
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What to Expect in Episode 2
Episode 2 will likely continue exploring Ito’s adjustment to her new family. The first episode ended with Ito and Gen starting to understand each other, so the next episode may show how their relationship develops further. Viewers can also expect more interactions with the other three brothers—Raku, Shuu, and Rui—as Ito learns to navigate life with four younger siblings.
The series is described as a family-love-comedy, so upcoming episodes will balance humorous moments with heartfelt family dynamics. The show focuses on “small moments” that build genuine connections between the characters.
Early reviews have praised the show’s animation quality, natural voice acting, and comedic timing. One reviewer noted that the dynamic between Ito and Gen is “immediately cathartic and wholly relatable”. Another review mentioned that while the premise is predictable, the show’s execution is “polished” and “appealing”.
With 24 episodes planned, Please Excuse My Younger Brothers has plenty of time to develop its characters and storylines. Episode 2 arrives on July 10, and fans are eager to see where the series goes next.
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