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After a stunning performance from Akane,season 2 episode #8ofOshi no Kowill see Kana finally accept Akane’s challenge and finally give her performance as Tsurugi her all. As theTokyo Bladestage play nears its climax, the upcoming episode ofseason 2 ofOshi no Kowill focus on Kana as she finally lets go of her inhibitions to steal the limelight for herself.
What TimeOshi no Ko Season 2 Episode #8 Releases
Produced by Doga Kobo, Based on the Manga Written by Aka Akasaka and Illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari
Season 2, episode #8 ofOshi no Kowill be releasedon HIDIVE on Wednesday, June 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time(EDT), 10:00 a.m. Central Time (CDT), and 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PDT). For fans ofOshi no Koin the UK, the episode will be released at 4:00 p.m. British Summer Time (BST).
As for the dub, HIDIVE recently announced that the English dub of season 2 episode #1 ofOshi no Kowill be released onFriday, June 07, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time(EDT), 12:00 p.m. Central Time (CDT), and 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PDT). For fans in the UK, the episode will be released at 6:00 p.m. British Summer Time (BST). The English dub for season 2 ofOshi no Kowill also be screened at a special premiere at Anime NYC on August 16, 2025.
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What Happened In Oshi no Ko Season 2 Episode #7?
Episode #7 Explores Akane and Kana’s Past
Season 2 episode #7 ofOshi no Koresumes the 2.5D stage play ofTokyo Bladewith the conclusion of Monme and Kizami’s fight, where Tsurugi, played by Kana, confronts Monme, played by Kamoshida. After one of Kamoshida’s lines is muffled by the stage sound effects, Kana improvises a line on the spot to cover up for him, showcasing her experience as an actor as well as her adaptability.
Akane’s performance manages to convey every nuance, much to Abiko and the audience’s amazement.
Monme then reports back to the Shibuya Cluster, where Akane makes her debut as Sayahime, while Aqua finally takes the stage as Touki. Despite the many changes made to the script in terms of Sayahime’s character, Akane’s performance manages to convey every nuance, much to Abiko and the audience’s amazement. Thus, the battle between the two factions, the Shinjuku Cluster led by Blade and the Shibuya Cluster led by Sayahime, begins. Having accidentally wandered off, Tsurugi crosses paths with Sayahime, and the two engage in battle as well.
A flashback then reveals thatAkane used to be a huge fan of Kanaand would rewatch clips of Kana until her parents urged her to try out acting as well. However, when Akane encounters Kana at an audition, she is taken aback by her lack of passion for acting and Kana’s apathy towards the fact that the audition was a sham and that she’d already been finalized for the role.
Eventually, Akane comes to understand why Kana acted the way she did, realizing that she was scared and insecure about her career. Akane begins giving the performance everything she’s got in an attempt to bring out Kana’s acting and force her to take the spotlight instead of shining it on others.
However, noticing Akane’s spectacular acting, Kana takes a step back and allows Akane to take center stage instead of rising up to the challenge. The episode ends withAqua and Akane joining forces to bring out Kana’s performance, setting the stage for an equal showdown between Akane and Kana.
Oshi no Ko Season 2 Episode #8 Will Finally See Kana Take the Spotlight
Season 2, episode #8 ofOshi no Kowill likely seeKana finally step into the spotlightafter a small nudge from Aqua. The episode will likely also delve deeper into Kana’s character and backstory and the source of her anxieties regarding her popularity and career. That said, in shining a light on Kana, the upcoming episode will also draw attention to some of Aqua’s unexpected strengths.
Fans can also expect to see more of Himekawa, the lead actor playing Blade, as he and Aqua finally clash on stage along with their opposing acting styles. It is still unclear whether Aqua will be able to compete with Himekawa’s overwhelming emotional acting and stage presence, though that plotline will likely be explored in greater detail once Kana has had her moment in the limelight. All the same, the upcoming episode ofOshi no Kopromises to be just as exciting.
Don’t missOshi no Koseason 2 episode #8 when it airs on HIDIVE on Jun 13, 2025.
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Oshi No Ko is a 2023 Japanese series that follows a small-town doctor’s encounter with a popular teen idol leading to an entanglement in the cutthroat entertainment industry. The narrative explores themes of ambition, identity, and the hidden realities behind fame as the characters navigate complex personal and professional challenges.
