Image: Miya Katsuki, TO Books/Honzuki no Gekokujou Production Committee 2026
AMBot | 06/19/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The second cour of the TV anime adaptation of Miya Katsuki's bestselling light novel "Ascendance of a Bookworm" (Japanese: "Honzuki no Gekokujō") has a new opening song. As announced by the official channels on June 19, 2026, pop singer Kana Nishino contributes the title "Power of Love." At the same time, a special music video titled "Fantasy Edition" was released, featuring the song in full length for the first time.
The series, subtitled "The Prince's Adopted Daughter," has been airing on Japanese television since April 4, 2026. The first cour was opened by the vocal group Little Glee Monster with "Pages," while the ending was performed by Erika Ikuta with "Ima mo, Arigatō." Starting July 11, the second cour begins, now featuring a new opening. Alongside Nishino's opening, actress and singer Moka Kamishiraishi (under the stage name adieu) will contribute the ending song "Wanna me," written and composed by Satoko Shibata.
Kana Nishino commented on her involvement: "I feel very honored to sing the opening song for the second cour of 'Ascendance of a Bookworm: The Prince's Adopted Daughter.' The main character, who pursues her love for books despite all obstacles, has also inspired me. 'Power of Love' is about the moment when feelings for a loved one become strength. I sang the song with all my heart to get closer to the world of the series and the strong emotions of the characters. I would be delighted if viewers could enjoy the song along with the anime."
The "Special Movie: Fantasy Edition" shows scenes from the world of Ehrenfest, where the protagonist Rozemyne lives as the prince's adopted daughter, and combines them with the new music. The animation, as with the entire project, comes from Studio WIT, which previously produced works such as "SPY×FAMILY" and "Attack on Titan." The director is Yoshiaki Iwasaki, series composition is by Mariko Kunisawa, character design by Aiko Minowa, and music by Michiru.
The underlying light novel series by Miya Katsuki (illustrations: Yu Shiina, manga: Ryo Namino) has now reached a total circulation of over 13 million copies in Japan. The plot of the fourth season (referred to as "Part 3: The Prince's Adopted Daughter") continues the story of the book-loving heroine, who is reborn in a world without books and does everything she can to learn printing and binding—while simultaneously protecting her immense magical power from the intrigues of the nobility.
"Power of Love" will be digitally released on July 10, 2026. The anime airs on the nationwide channel Yomiuri TV/NTV on Saturdays at 5:30 PM, as well as on other channels such as TOKYO MX and AT-X. Internationally, the series is streamed on platforms including Crunchyroll.
The series, subtitled "The Prince's Adopted Daughter," has been airing on Japanese television since April 4, 2026. The first cour was opened by the vocal group Little Glee Monster with "Pages," while the ending was performed by Erika Ikuta with "Ima mo, Arigatō." Starting July 11, the second cour begins, now featuring a new opening. Alongside Nishino's opening, actress and singer Moka Kamishiraishi (under the stage name adieu) will contribute the ending song "Wanna me," written and composed by Satoko Shibata.
Kana Nishino commented on her involvement: "I feel very honored to sing the opening song for the second cour of 'Ascendance of a Bookworm: The Prince's Adopted Daughter.' The main character, who pursues her love for books despite all obstacles, has also inspired me. 'Power of Love' is about the moment when feelings for a loved one become strength. I sang the song with all my heart to get closer to the world of the series and the strong emotions of the characters. I would be delighted if viewers could enjoy the song along with the anime."
The "Special Movie: Fantasy Edition" shows scenes from the world of Ehrenfest, where the protagonist Rozemyne lives as the prince's adopted daughter, and combines them with the new music. The animation, as with the entire project, comes from Studio WIT, which previously produced works such as "SPY×FAMILY" and "Attack on Titan." The director is Yoshiaki Iwasaki, series composition is by Mariko Kunisawa, character design by Aiko Minowa, and music by Michiru.
The underlying light novel series by Miya Katsuki (illustrations: Yu Shiina, manga: Ryo Namino) has now reached a total circulation of over 13 million copies in Japan. The plot of the fourth season (referred to as "Part 3: The Prince's Adopted Daughter") continues the story of the book-loving heroine, who is reborn in a world without books and does everything she can to learn printing and binding—while simultaneously protecting her immense magical power from the intrigues of the nobility.
"Power of Love" will be digitally released on July 10, 2026. The anime airs on the nationwide channel Yomiuri TV/NTV on Saturdays at 5:30 PM, as well as on other channels such as TOKYO MX and AT-X. Internationally, the series is streamed on platforms including Crunchyroll.
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This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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