It’s been nearly a decade since we last saw Yato and his eclectic crew in Noragami. Time flies when you’re endlessly waiting for a new season, doesn’t it?
For the uninitiated, Noragami first graced our screens in 2014, complete with a killer opening track and a scruffy deity you couldn’t help but root for. The show quickly became a hit, seamlessly blending supernatural antics with deep, emotional themes in a world where gods and phantoms coexist with humans. Its second season, Noragami Aragoto, followed in 2015, delving deeper into the lore and capturing even more hearts.
The finale of Noragami Aragoto wrapped up the Ebisu arc, showcasing significant development for Yato and hinting at his dark past as a god of calamity—a storyline that’s been only partially explored. With the manga source material wrapping up at 27 volumes this January, there’s plenty of content left to adapt. So, why the silence, Studio Bones?
Noragami Hasn’t Been Renewed for a Third Season
Rumors of a potential third season have circulated for years, but until we get an official announcement, it remains mere wishful thinking. Emily Dickinson said hope is the thing with feathers—well, my feathers have been plucked, tarred, and set ablaze by now.
Some suggest that the studio is reluctant to commit due to Noragami‘s niche appeal. Others point to Studio Bones’ focus on juggernauts like Mob Psycho 100, Bungo Stray Dogs, and the endlessly popular My Hero Academia. I get it—those shows are cash cows.
Maybe it’s time to leave 5-yen coins at every shrine and hope for the best. Or, perhaps, it’s time to pass the baton. There are other stellar studios that could take up the project. Studio Ufotable, for instance, has proven they can adapt to various styles and genres, from the gritty dystopia of Psycho-Pass to the historical richness of Demon Slayer. If anyone can capture the essence of Noragami while adding their own flair, it’s Ufotable.
Meanwhile, we might have to make do with re-watching the first two seasons. And if all else fails, we can always hold out hope for a Noragami live-action adaptation. Because those always turn out well, right? (Looking at you, Death Note and Fullmetal Alchemist.)
