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1 / 2- 1EP 1
Moritaka and Takagi meet new editor Miura and lazy genius Hiramaru at New Year's Party
Oct 1, 2011The narrative resumes immediately following the conclusion of the Season 1 finale. Miura is introduced as the new editor for Moritaka and Takagi. Additionally, the story features Hiramaru, described as a genius but extremely lazy former salaryman, who appears at the New Year's Party. This segment establishes the arrival of these new characters into the ongoing storyline without providing further plot details beyond their initial introductions.
- 2EP 2
Mashiro confronts Azuki regarding her controversial ecchi photo shoot decision
Oct 8, 2011Mashiro and Takagi meet their new assistants while Azuki considers an ecchi photo shoot to increase her popularity. After receiving an email from Azuki, Mashiro is shocked by her request to see her naked before the swimsuit shoot. Concerned, he abandons his storyboard to visit her. Takagi learns of the situation and contacts Mashiro, who expresses his disapproval of the photo shoot. The group discusses the matter, leading Mashiro to advise against the project. Instead, they plan to visit the beach at a later date to take photos themselves, resolving the tension through direct communication and mutual understanding of professional boundaries.
- 3EP 3
Nakai's Extreme Efforts to Reunite His Partnership with Aoki
Oct 15, 2011Nakai demonstrates extreme determination to renew his partnership with Aoki, causing concern for Mashiro, Fukuda, and the rest of the group. His relentless efforts eventually succeed, leading Aoki to agree to form a team with him once again. This resolution alleviates the worries of those who observed Nakai's intense behavior throughout the process.
- 4EP 4
TRAP's ranking drops as Miura advises Mashiro and Takagi to focus on a genuine detective manga.
Oct 22, 2011With TRAP's ranking continuing to decline, Mashiro and Takagi contemplate implementing significant changes to their work. However, Miura intervenes, advising them that drastic measures are unnecessary. Instead, he suggests they concentrate on producing a sincere detective manga. Although Takagi initially wishes to argue against this approach, Mashiro successfully persuades him to accept the advice. Mashiro explains that adhering to this strategy offers their best opportunity to improve their standing in the rankings. The duo ultimately agrees to abandon their previous plans in favor of this more authentic creative direction, aiming to regain their position through dedication to the genre rather than gimmicks.
- 5EP 5
TRAP rises in rankings while Mashiro struggles with overwork and coloring duties
Oct 29, 2011The team's previous choices yield positive results as TRAP climbs the competition rankings, though the contest becomes increasingly intense. Meanwhile, the heavy workload begins to affect Mashiro physically and mentally. This strain intensifies when he is tasked with creating a colored page to promote the first volume of their manga. The narrative highlights the growing pressure on the creator as he balances the team's rising success with the demanding requirements of their upcoming publication.
- 6EP 6
Hospitalized Mashiro Pursues Drawing Despite TRAP Hiatus and Azuki's Support
Nov 5, 2011Mashiro faints and is hospitalized, yet he refuses to stop drawing despite his condition. Although he and Takagi wish to continue, the group TRAP is put on hiatus. Azuki visits Mashiro in the hospital, revealing she has liked him since childhood. They discuss a special day at the pool during middle school. While Mashiro remains convinced he can continue to draw, Takagi hesitates due to his health. Ultimately, Azuki supports Mashiro in doing what he truly wants, a decision that surprises Takagi and Miura.
- 7EP 7
Chief Editor Halts TRAP Publication Due to Mashiro's Uncle's Health History
Nov 12, 2011The chief editor places TRAP on hiatus until Mashiro and Takagi graduate, aiming to prevent a recurrence of the health crisis that supposedly killed Mashiro's uncle from overwork. While most editors accept this decision despite their disagreement, Fukuda reacts with fury upon learning the reason. He initiates a boycott alongside Nizuma, Hirumaru, and the Aoki and Nakai team. These staff members collectively suspend their work, refusing to continue until TRAP resumes publication, effectively staging a protest against the editorial mandate.
- 8EP 8
Mashiro and Takagi Persuade the Chief Editor to Resume TRAP Publication
Nov 19, 2011Despite the ongoing boycott, the chief editor remains unmoved. Mashiro and Azuki continue their awkward but happy hospital meetings. Witnessing the intense efforts of Mashiro and Takagi, Miura makes a final desperate attempt to convince the chief to restart TRAP, but fails. Ultimately, Mashiro and Takagi present their completed work to the chief editor. Their dedication and guts successfully persuade him to change his stance, leading to the resumption of the project.
- 9EP 9
TRAP faces cancellation due to low rankings while Azuki gains anime fame
Nov 26, 2011TRAP resumes publication but struggles with poor rankings. Takagi attempts to incorporate fan mail ideas, but Miura rejects this, arguing that such changes would compromise the creators' artistic identity. Meanwhile, Azuki’s popularity rises as she secures a semi-regular role in an anime adaptation. Ultimately, TRAP is cancelled alongside Aoki and Nakai's Hideout Door due to these low rankings. Mashiro and Takagi finish the series, frustrated by their inability to achieve better results and realizing they will not secure an anime adaptation before turning eighteen. Mashiro shares this news with Azuki, who promises to wait for him indefinitely but expresses a desire to marry by age forty. Determined not to keep her waiting that long, Mashiro and Takagi resolve to exert maximum effort in their next manga project.
- 10EP 10
The team debates genre choices and submits two distinct manga concepts for serialization consideration.
Dec 3, 2011The creative team faces a decision regarding the genre for their new manga project. Miura advocates for a gag manga, while Mashiro and Takagi feel more suited to serious works, which they consider their strength. To resolve this conflict, they produce two separate serialization storyboards: one comedic to satisfy Miura and one serious to align with their preferences. They present Hitman 10 and Two of Me to their editor. Miura recommends pursuing serialization for Hitman 10, leading Mashiro to question the editor's judgment since he believes Two of Me is superior. It is later revealed that Ashirogi Muto secretly submitted Future Watch to the Monthly Awards newbie contest. This strategic move aimed to ensure that all editors, higher-ups, and the manga artist judge, Niizuma, would read their work.
- 11EP 11
Ashirogi Mutos face editorial uncertainty as their one-shots receive mixed rankings.
Dec 10, 2011The editorial team praises both Future Watch and Hitman 10 by Ashirogi Mutos, prompting the chief to publish them as one-shots to gauge public interest before deciding on serialization. Mashiro and Takagi harbor doubts about their new editor Miura’s competence. Their anxiety intensifies when Takahama contacts them, noting that his series Business Boy Kenichi dropped to 6th place after previously securing 2nd place as a one-shot. He warns them against following Miura’s advice too closely, claiming it caused his own ranking decline. Ultimately, Hitman 10 achieves the 10th rank, while Future Watch secures the 9th rank in the survey results.
- 12EP 12
Miura pushes gag manga direction while Mashiro and Takagi resist before accepting the proposal
Dec 17, 2011Miura concludes that the team should focus on gag manga due to steadier rankings, but Mashiro and Takagi remain uncertain, particularly Mashiro. During a meeting, Miura insists on the direction while Mashiro declines, arguing that gag does not suit Takagi’s writing or art style. Miura warns Mashiro against deciding alone, noting Takagi is not opposed, and suggests Mashiro improve his art or find another artist. Takagi reacts angrily, stating they cannot work with Miura, and both leave. On the way to the studio, Mashiro admits he is open to gag manga and appreciates Takagi’s defense. Later, they receive boxes of gag manga materials from Miura, realizing his passion. When Miura visits to apologize, they agree to proceed with the gag manga format.
- 13EP 13
Takagi seeks inspiration at the zoo and meets Aoki to discuss gender perspectives for their manga work.
Dec 24, 2011Takagi visits the zoo to find inspiration for a new heroine after agreeing to create a gag manga with Miura. He encounters Aoki, and the two exchange insights on how men and women perceive the world, supporting each other as fellow manga artists. Their frequent phone conversations cause Miyoshi to receive a busy signal whenever she attempts to call Takagi, leading to her suspicion. Later, Takagi, Aoki, and Iwase meet at the zoo, where Iwase presents Takagi with a book she authored. Takagi remains unbothered by Iwase’s award win and declines to compare their works, prompting Iwase to angrily declare her intention to become a manga story writer. Meanwhile, Miyoshi discovers Iwase’s novel and a concealed letter at the studio, causing her to leave the office in tears.
- 14EP 14
Mashiro and Takagi submit their manuscript while Miyoshi contacts Azuki and Takagi regarding recent events.
Jan 7, 2012Mashiro and Takagi complete their manuscript and submit it to NEXT. Miyoshi reflects on recent events and calls Azuki, who then contacts Takagi. Takagi fails to provide a clear explanation of the situation, leading her to seek more information from Mashiro. She questions Mashiro about his honesty before ending the call. This leaves Mashiro believing that he has been dumped by Takagi. The episode focuses on the communication breakdown between the characters and the resulting misunderstandings regarding their relationship and professional collaboration.
- 15EP 15
Takagi proposes to Miyoshi at the zoo to resolve the conflict between Mashiro and Azuki.
Jan 14, 2012Takagi and Miyoshi feel responsible for the rift between Mashiro and Azuki, who refuse to apologize. Takagi arranges a meeting at the zoo to explain the situation to Miyoshi. The discussion becomes complicated when an upset Aoki appears just as Miyoshi arrives. To persuade Miyoshi to stay, Takagi proposes marriage, and she accepts after Aoki clarifies the circumstances. Miyoshi agrees to let Takagi and Aoki maintain their contact, provided she and Aoki also become friends. The group invites Azuki for tea, leading Azuki to send a forgiveness message to Mashiro, which leaves him confused.
- 16EP 16
Aoki seeks a manga artist for shonen-style art after Nakai's inappropriate proposal
Jan 21, 2012Aoki requests Nakai to illustrate her new manga, but he refuses unless she dates him, causing her to slap him in anger. She then searches for an artist capable of drawing sufficient panty shots to give her work a shonen feel, yet fails to find a suitable candidate. Eventually, Fukuda offers his assistance because his manga, Kiyoshi Knight, is successful due to his skill in this area. Although Aoki is reluctant to accept his help, she has no other choice and agrees to his offer under the circumstances.
- 17EP 17
Nakai Returns Home While Niizuma Takes Over Aiko Iwase's New Manga Series
Jan 28, 2012Takagi and Mashiro face rejection for their new manga Tanto, with Miura urging improvement for the next meeting. Meanwhile, Nakai loses his job after "Business Boy Kenichi" is canceled. Despite Mashiro’s attempts to stop him, Nakai returns home after reflecting on his past behavior. Takahama requests a new editor due to creative conflicts with Miura, but the chief editor insists his work will eventually win approval. In a separate development, Niizuma agrees to illustrate Aiko Iwase’s manuscript, promising to maintain the quality of CROW. Hattori, the new editor, is confident about serialization but asks Niizuma to adjust his art style and use a pen name temporarily to appease the committee regarding his dual workload.
- 18EP 18
Takagi and Niizuma face new serialization challenges while Aiko visits.
Feb 4, 2012Miura worries about the new manga artist, while Takagi and Mashiro learn Aiko Iwase is the writer, sparking competition. Aiko visits Takagi, asking for recognition if she becomes more popular, but he only promises talent-based acknowledgment and mentions his engagement to Miyoshi. The committee discovers Niizuma is the artist for MONEY's but cannot deny its quality. Hirameki Tanto-kun finally gets serialized alongside Niizuma's new work, +Natural. Takagi is invited to Miyoshi's house for parental approval. Team Fukuda meets regarding Niizuma's double serialization, interrupted briefly by Iwase. When asked why he took the second job, Niizuma declares he draws because he wants to and forbids whining until others create better manga, before returning to his usual demeanor.
- 19EP 19
Takagi Announces Engagement While Rivals Face Manga Ranking Disappointments
Feb 11, 2012Takagi visits Miyoshi’s home to announce their engagement to her parents, revealing a surprising connection between the two families that ensures a smooth meeting. Later, the couple attends a party where Niizuma’s new series motivates them as rivals. Takagi feels increasing pressure as Hiramaru’s manga, Otters, receives an anime adaptation. Tanto is released after +Natural, the new manga by Iwase and Niizuma, but disappointingly fails to surpass +Natural’s second chapter in the rankings. Amidst this, Iwase suddenly claims to have a crush on Hattori, and Niizuma abruptly announces he has stopped reading Ashirogi Muto’s manga.
- 20EP 20
Mashiro decides to quit Tanto to compete with Niizuma after a breakdown.
Feb 18, 2012During Takagi and Miyoshi's wedding, Mashiro struggles with Tanto's quality and argues with Hattori, who admits the manga is poor but believes they can surpass Niizuma. Niizuma publicly names Ashirogi Muto as his top rival, causing Mashiro to break down and call Azuki to quit Tanto in favor of aiming higher. He discusses this with Takagi, and they resolve to abandon the series. Their chief editor threatens termination if they act this way, but Mashiro insists on beating Niizuma. The editor challenges Takagi to submit competing works to the next three serialization meetings. Takagi agrees, accepting that their contract will be terminated if they fail to produce something capable of rivaling Niizuma's work.
- 21EP 21
Mashiro and Takagi struggle with name choices and rejected manga concepts
Feb 25, 2012Mashiro and Takagi struggle to name their new series. Miura suggests a serious dark manga like Money and Intelligence, leading them to create Money, Intelligence and Appearance, which is deemed too deep and rejected. Miura then pushes them to write a mainstream fantasy manga with a simple setting, contrary to their preferences. Although Miyoshi finds the standard battle manga enjoyable and praises the simple setting, it is also rejected. This leaves the duo with one final opportunity to succeed in their manga creation efforts.
- 22EP 22
Takagi and Mashiro Tail Hattori for Inspiration and Azuki's Birthday Surprise
Mar 3, 2012Takagi struggles with a new story and asks Mashiro to help find inspiration by tailing Hattori for a day. The pair enjoy a fun day attempting to follow him without detection. They overhear Hattori expressing high hopes for them to his fellow editors, though he cannot say it directly. This confession moves the duo, who return with renewed ambition and a concept for a crime manga featuring serious humor. Later, for Azuki's birthday, Mashiro sends her a drawing and receives a rare direct phone call from her.
- 23EP 23
The Perfect Crime Club Storyboard Review and Christmas Celebration
Mar 10, 2012Miura approves the Perfect Crime Club storyboard, prompting Takamta to acknowledge its superiority over his own work. This validation boosts Mashiro and Takagi’s confidence as they celebrate Christmas with Miyoshi, though anxiety about their upcoming meeting persists. They resolve to continue with another magazine if rejected. During the serialization meeting, the editorial team expresses general positivity regarding the new manga. However, the chief editor questions its ability to compete with CROW and +Natural. Consequently, a vote is held to decide on serialization. The episode concludes with the negative result of 4–3 against the proposal, leaving the future of the series uncertain despite the initial encouragement.
- 24EP 24
Visualization and Imagination
Mar 17, 2012Editor Oonishi and the vice chief editor change their votes to positive, allowing Ashirogi Muto to proceed with serialization. Mashiro, Takagi, and Miyoshi celebrate with homemade cake from Azuki, discovering a USB containing her Christmas carol. Hattori replaces Mashiro and Takagi’s editor, while Miura becomes the editor for +Natural. Hattori reveals the initial voting results, prompting a brainstorming session to improve the manga. He attributes Niizuma’s success to expressiveness, but Mashiro corrects this to imagination. Inspired, Mashiro decides to draw based solely on Takagi’s script, granting him greater artistic freedom. They begin rewriting the storyboard. Meanwhile, Fukuda informs his editor that he is working on a one-shot, determined not to lose to Niizuma and Ashirogi Muto.
Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Bakuman. 2 have?
- Bakuman. 2 has 25 episodes.
- When did Bakuman. 2 come out?
- Bakuman. 2 came out in 2011.
- Which studio made Bakuman. 2?
- Bakuman. 2 was produced by J.C.STAFF.
- Who directed Bakuman. 2?
- Bakuman. 2 was directed by Kenichi Kasai.
- Is Bakuman. 2 finished?
- Current status of Bakuman. 2: Finished.