Jigokuraku 2nd Season

JUST BECAUSE MAPPA IS ALSO AIRING JJK DOESNT MEAN YOU GUYS WOULD OVERLOOK THIS PIECE OF ART !!!!! GET YOUR ASS SAT AND WATCH IT.

Jigokuraku is back with its second season and it is just as gorgeous as it was first season, the colors, the animation, the sound, the VA, everything is absolutely beautiful. This season unfolds some of the biggest mysteries and we get to witness some of the coolest shounen fights and YOU BET I AM EXCITED FOR THAT.

the most overlooked off the dark trio, what a disrespect when this is probably one of the most unique take on a shounen ... and our MC IS A WIFE LOVER, OH HOW I LOVE WIFE LOVERS !!! WE LOVE MEN WHO LOVE THEIR WIVES!!!!

Jigokuraku doesn't drag, it doesnt rush (maybe a little) but just the right amount and there is so much going to happen and i hope people notice it and give this show its flowers because it sure deserves it.

ALSO YUZURIHA I LOVE YOU MAMA, YOU THE BEST.

*minor spoilers*


My take on Season 2 is quite different from what I’ve seen from others. I watched it weekly and followed discussions along the way, and overall the reception seemed very positive, with many viewers being impressed.

However, for me, Season 1 felt much more solid. It had everything - mystery, tension, meaningful character development, and strong action centered around the main character, Gabimaru. It felt balanced in every aspect.

In contrast, Season 2 spends around five episodes in one location, mostly focused on preparation for upcoming battles. This kind of buildup is not inherently bad, but here it feels a bit stretched, which makes the pacing ... uneven. Instead of steady progression, the story frequently pauses to shift between different characters and similar fights against the Tensen, which started to feel repetitive and a bit boring.

Another issue for me was the reduced focus on Gabimaru. His moments are still strong, but his main fight is split across multiple episodes, with other events happening in between, which reduces its overall impact. At the same time, many of the newly introduced characters - mostly set up for future fights - didn’t really land for me. They were harder to connect with, and some of their traits felt a bit forced.

Overall, Season 2 feels less like a complete story and more like a bridge to the next season. It definitely has its moments, but compared to the energy and balance of Season 1, it doesn’t reach the same level.

That said, I am still looking forward to Season 3. Season 2 at least gives a clearer idea of what to expect next, especially compared to how Season 1 transitioned into this one.

I enjoyed the first season but this second season just pissed me off tbh, I got so annoyed how Tao just magically resolves everything, every single episode or new fight there’s just something new about Tao that just wins them the fight, it’s this convoluted “magic” system that at the end you just space out because it just doesn’t matter you just know the main characters are going to win.

The characters became VERY bland, I really liked gabimaru I thought he was my favorite character on the first season but he became boring too, I honestly couldn’t care less if a character died or not ... honestly (spoiler alert kinda) I wish it happened at least it would be more interesting somehow

How far will one go to reach salvation? Ask Gabimaru, the man who was once sentenced to be excuted on death row. He has a lot to prove this season with his convictions. And to be honest, Gabimaru's character growth has a lot of potential to be told. This season explores that potential with the rest of his expedition team.

Watching Hell's Paradise Season 2 casts the similar feeling as the previous season. The dark fantasy reminds us the brutality of some characters such as Chobei and his barbaric transformation. Again, we follow Gabimaru and his story. His past has made him the person he ... became today and he still challenges himself beyond the limit. Strangely enough, he begins this season with a case of amnesia. It doesn't take long for him to realize who he is again. It's his own identity that shapes the path of his character.

Gabimaru's path has never been an easy one. But we also shouldn't forget his companions such as Mei and Sagiri. They have their own character motivations and origins. In fact, Mei herself reveals much more about her past that were previously unknown to the viewers. It not only gives her way of showing who she is but also the connection she has with the setting. Mei also provides important information that proves to be invaluable to Gabimaru, Sagiri, and the expeditioners. She continues to provide support when the group needs the most as they face their adversaries. And they are not pushovers. Characters such as Ran and Gui Fa proves to be more than just nuisances. This season continues to push the boundaries on what these entities can do. The Tensen, with their goal to create the elixir of life remains more dedicated than ever. Then, there's Ren, a mysterious character with his own ambitions.

Nonetheless, you should expect to see the similar, fast paced action as the previous season. It polishes the dark fantasy look along with its chaotic yet colorful art style. The characters are painted with unique traits, all fitting for the show's asethetics. The Tensen themselves are made to look godly, displaying their unique features and presence as otherworldly beings, above human limits. For a show so fitting for dark fantasy, it continues to amaze through its chereography. Character emotions are also highlighted and never lost as the plot moves.

Hell's Paradise is a dark fantasy franchise that shows such a world in a hellish landscape. Whether it's the Tensens, bloodshed, or countless deaths, this season exmplifies the characteristics of a dark fantasy. Waiting for nearly 3 years turned out to be a blessing in disguise as this anime's quality continues to live up to standards. May we see more of Hell's Paradise again someday

3 episodes and it s peak, it has everything u want, animations are peak, story is pretty good for an anime like that, the schizo guy whose wife is most likely nonexistent and just wants to fight the gods from the island, as usual a party where everyone has a different role, fights and dialogue is well structured and you don t see PNGS moving like in OPM, it deserves a better rating tbh, over 8.50, new opening is peak as well, i doubt there is a better one atm unless jjk glazers come and say smth abt it. Conclusion of 3 eps, absolute cinema

With only three episodes out, Hell’s Paradise Season 2 already shows that it came back strong.
The animation is great. The action is well done, hits have real impact, and everything feels fluid and easy to follow. Visually, it stays solid the entire time, and the direction knows exactly when to speed things up and when to build tension.
The atmosphere is still heavy and violent, just like Hell’s Paradise has always been. The island continues to feel dangerous, and that constant sense of threat really helps the pacing.
The characters are still working well, and here’s the mandatory comment: hey Sagiri, the MC is married, you know ... 😅. Those interactions remain one of the more fun and interesting parts of the show.
With just three episodes, it’s already clear that the production quality is strong and there’s no unnecessary padding. If it keeps this level, it should stay very enjoyable.
⭐ Score: 7/10

Story
The first season was amazing. The pacing and story were top-tier. Unfortunately, this season feels a bit rushed. A lot of major plot threads are being resolved way too quickly without much explanation, which feels a little amateurish compared to what we're used to. For example, Gabimaru’s memory loss arc felt like it was over in 10 minutes, and the group's "training" and planning for the finale got the same rushed treatment. Even Choubei’s side story, while given a bit more time, feels shallow compared to the depth we got in season one. It’s still a good story, but the production value and writing definitely ... took a hit.

Visuals
Visually, it’s mostly more of what made the first season great. You still get that vibrant, trippy color palette that makes the island look so unique. The fight scenes are still interesting and the key animation for the big moments remains high quality. If you liked the aesthetic of the first part, you’ll be happy here, even if some of the non-action scenes feel a bit more "standard."

Conclusion
Is it worth watching? Definitely, especially if you’re already invested in Gabimaru’s journey. It’s still a great show, but it’s hard not to notice that it isn't hitting the same heights as the first season. At this point, we just have to pray the finale is strong enough to save the pacing issues.

Hell’s Paradise season 2 continues to be a decent action series, filled with assorted elements that both keep me interested and make me a little bit more hesitant to continue every time I boot up a new episode. The introduction of more standard shounen battle elements in regards to the functionality of tao gave the series a strong heading in terms of structuring the fights for this season, yet it still ends up not making full use of the tools at its disposal for either strong character moments or compelling battle strategy, especially with Nurugai being dead weight for most of the run time. Much ... like Jujutsu Kaisen, this production also managed to shed many of the compositing issues seen in previous seasons, though not to quite the same extent, and while the monster designs are exceptionally well-drawn, there’s still not much about them that I find particularly interesting to look at. The action is very strong, though; I can say at least that much without reservation.
Thankfully, Gabimaru’s memory loss was short lived, as this was one of my primary concerns about continuing this series. I understand the mechanics of why it happened, but still makes him significantly less interesting to watch as part of the main cast. The series is also getting better at giving me reasons to care about certain characters earlier on and not just right before they get killed off, though that might also be due to there not being nearly as many named character deaths this season, and Ju Fa and Tao Fa easily pulled ahead in terms of being the most interesting of the antagonists with how their back stories contrast with the other Tensen. On the other hand, I do not like the new Asaemon characters at all. Flat, shallow, and boringly predictable traits and actions make them woefully uncool unless they’re in the middle of chopping up monsters. I suppose I could read them more as a metaphorical representation of the harshness of the justice system, though even that element won’t present itself until after the point where this season ends. There’s only about a movie’s worth of content left to wrap up this series, and while I had hoped I would be fully on board by this point, I’m still not entirely bought in to what’s being presented here and doubt that however this all ends will be able to fully rectify my concerns.

The first season felt solid with the story, character building and animations but this season was definitely a bridge to the next. The same conversations are rehashed, and old scenes are constantly revisited more than they should be. It has been three years and there are other things MAPPA are working on, but I am sure with the content they had, this could have easily rivaled the first season and made for an excellent conclusion of the series. Overall, it was a slow start but still enjoyable and I hope the conclusion of this series is worth the lack of content in this season.

Season 2 of Jigokuraku is honestly a big step up from Season 1. The story finally dives deeper into the Tensen, and that added lore makes the whole island feel way more mysterious and dangerous. Learning more about who they are and how they work gives the series a stronger sense of stakes.

The action is top tier this season. The fights feel more intense, more brutal, and the choreography is just really satisfying to watch. When the battles start, they go hard.

That said, the pacing can feel a bit rushed in some places. A few moments could have used more breathing room, especially with how ... much new information gets introduced. But even with that, Season 2 still feels more focused and exciting than Season 1.

Overall, Season 2 builds on the foundation of the first season and delivers better fights, deeper lore, and higher tension. If you liked Season 1, Season 2 is definitely an upgrade.

For a anime that is advertised as an edgy shonen show, it refuses to kill major characters. There is plenty of violent death but it is mostly ancillary characters that are given little or no developement. It is both very violent and toothless with character deaths. Fights end up lacking tension because no one of importance is in real danger. While the animation and direction can be striking in particular scenes, it fails to be consistent in either. It is a shame because the main character Gabimaru is an interesting character. He is motivated by the love of his wife and promise of being reunited ... with her. Sadly, he is often sidelined to focus on the cast of a thousand, boring power mechanics, and political conspiracy. There are some cool fights and occasional moments of genuine awe but it too often misses the mark.

Second season of jigokuraku and they able to maintain the consistency and quality of its story and production.
In s1 everything was making u confused and wondering about the world building and power systems, it was like a big mystery. In s2, the mystery unfolded and they explained it all with backstory about the island, and more explanation about the power systems of tao. And in s2, i like that the algojo and the prisoners were working together to get out of the island, they were bonding really well and i love their dynamic.
And for production, it was the same quality of animation, and ... scoring from past season. All of them were nice. Although fighting choreo weren't the best.
Overall im excited if there are any s3 incoming. Good quality of story and production from mappa!

As you can see, I'm delighted. Everything about it is made to satisfy my taste.
Let's talk about things that I loved the most.
First, it's the "mythology" in jigokuraku. I absolutely adore every version of mythology and they made it even more fascinating here. It has a scary, mysterious vibe that perfectly fits the whole storyline. And speaking of the story itself...it only gets better and deeper. The more you watch, the more invested you become.
The action and animation are top tier and colors look like they're from another world. It was a pleasure to watch the characters fight (clearly not a pleasure for ... them, but you get my point).
The character development and their backstories are what made me tear up a bit. (episode 10 is still one of my faves).
Also, hell's paradise is the first gore that I've watched and it made me crave even more brutal elements.
Not adding it to my favorites yet just because my gut tells me that I have to watch season 3 and then make my final decision, after seeing everything jigokuraku has to offer.
PEAK, thank you.

An excellent sequel!

As someone who was already familiar with the manga before the adaptation, I had certain expectations and a more critical eye. Fortunately, I can say that this season delivers very well and does justice to the original material. It's an adaptation that understands what makes the work interesting and manages to translate that into anime with great competence.

The animation is undoubtedly one of its strongest points. The fight scenes are extremely well-choreographed, dynamic, and engaging, managing to maintain that captivating rhythm from beginning to end. But the highlight, for me, is the flames. There's a very evident visual care in them; they aren't ... just generic effects, they seem truly "alive," with their own movement and intensity. At various moments, it even feels like they're jumping off the screen, ready to consume everything around them. This detail gives the anime a very distinctive visual identity.

Regarding the story, you can clearly feel that it's heading towards its climax. The events escalate consistently, revealing more about the world and its mysteries. Even knowing what was going to happen from the manga, it was still a lot of fun to watch this animated version. The voice acting, soundtrack, and scene direction manage to give greater emotional weight to several moments, making certain scenes even more impactful than in the original version.

Another positive point is the weekly release schedule. It was a very enjoyable anime to watch episode by episode, always leaving you anticipating the next one. Even in calmer moments, the build-up maintains interest, and when the action comes, it really delivers.

Overall, it's a work that works very well both for those who already know the manga and for those who are experiencing the story for the first time. For longtime fans, it's a solid and exciting adaptation; for newcomers, it's a great entry point, with impactful scenes and a different approach from the norm.

I highly recommend it, especially for those who enjoy good fights, well-explored powers, and a narrative that mixes action with mystery. And a curious detail: I recommended it to a friend before the season ended… the result? I got yelled at afterwards because he binged everything and was desperately waiting for the next episodes 😂

Final score: 7/10.

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Uma sequência excelente!

Como alguém que já conhecia a obra pelo mangá antes da adaptação, eu já carregava uma certa expectativa, e também um senso crítico maior. Felizmente, posso dizer que essa temporada entrega muito bem e faz jus ao material original. É uma adaptação que entende o que torna a obra interessante e consegue transportar isso para o anime com bastante competência.

A animação, sem dúvidas, é um dos pontos mais fortes. As cenas de luta são extremamente bem coreografadas, dinâmicas e envolventes, conseguindo manter aquele ritmo que te prende do começo ao fim. Mas o grande destaque, pra mim, são as chamas. Existe um cuidado visual muito evidente nelas, elas não são apenas efeitos genéricos, parecem realmente “vivas”, com movimento e intensidade próprios. Em vários momentos dá até a sensação de que estão saltando da tela, prontas para consumir tudo ao redor. Esse detalhe dá uma identidade visual muito marcante para o anime.

Sobre a história, dá pra sentir claramente que ela está caminhando para o clímax. Os acontecimentos vão escalando de forma consistente, revelando mais sobre o mundo e seus mistérios. Mesmo já sabendo o que vai acontecer por conta do mangá, ainda assim foi muito divertido acompanhar essa versão animada. A dublagem, a trilha sonora e a direção das cenas conseguem dar um peso emocional maior a vários momentos, fazendo com que certas cenas tenham ainda mais impacto do que na versão original.

Outro ponto positivo é o fator semanal. Foi um anime muito gostoso de acompanhar episódio por episódio, sempre deixando aquela expectativa para o próximo. Mesmo em momentos mais calmos, a construção mantém o interesse, e quando a ação vem, ela realmente entrega.

No geral, é uma obra que funciona muito bem tanto para quem já conhece o mangá quanto para quem está tendo o primeiro contato com a história. Para os fãs antigos, é uma adaptação sólida e empolgante; para os novos, é uma ótima porta de entrada, com cenas impactantes e uma proposta diferente do padrão.

Recomendo bastante, principalmente para quem gosta de boas lutas, poderes bem explorados e uma narrativa que mistura ação com mistério. E um detalhe curioso: recomendei para um amigo antes da temporada terminar… resultado? Fui xingado depois, porque ele maratonou tudo e ficou desesperado esperando os próximos episódios 😂

Nota final: 7/10.

This season was mostly focused on fights and action. The animation and motion were excellent, but that came at the expense of the characters, who felt dull. As a result, I lost the sense of fear for their lives.

The power system (Tao) remained vague, with its usage and progression not clearly explained.

The story behind the island and its transformation was revealed. I was expecting something bigger perhaps something more monstrous or involving strange creatures but it turned out to be the result of human experimentation. Surprisingly, this was convincing to me, as human greed can be more dangerous than any monster.

The dramatic element was weak ... and almost nonexistent. The most notable part was the story of Chrysanthemum and Peach, but it wasn’t explored in enough depth.

It seems that this season mainly serves as a bridge between the first and third seasons. New characters were introduced in the first episode, but their real movement and involvement only began in the final episode.

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ركز هذا الموسم في معظمه على القتال والحركة. كان التحريك والانميشين ممتازين، لكن ذلك جاء على حساب الشخصيات التي بدت باهتة. ونتيجة لذلك، فقدتُ الشعور بالخوف على حياتهم.

بقي نظام القوة (تاو) غامضًا، ولم يُشرح استخدامه وتطوره بوضوح.

كُشفت قصة الجزيرة وتحولها. كنت أتوقع شيئًا أكبر، ربما شيئًا أكثر وحشية أو يتضمن مخلوقات غريبة، لكن اتضح أنه نتاج تجارب بشرية. والمثير للدهشة أن هذا كان مقنعًا بالنسبة لي، فالجشع البشري قد يكون أخطر من أي وحش.

كان العنصر الدرامي ضعيفًا ويكاد يكون معدومًا. و الجزء الأبرز هو قصة كريسانثيموم وبيتش، لكنها لم يتم التفصيل فيها بعمق كافٍ.

يبدو أن هذا الموسم بمثابة حلقة وصل بين الموسمين الأول والثالث. ظهرت شخصيات جديدة في الحلقة الأولى، لكن دورها الحقيقي ومشاركتها الفعلية لم يبدأ إلا في الحلقة الأخيرة.

This season starts out weak in terms of animation quality, pacing/story, and overall tone (resorting to what feels like fanservice vibes at times, when it has been established that the studio is fully capable of depicting these themes in a mature way).

The series picks up a bit at some point, but the pacing still feels stilted all the way up until the last episode. "That's it? That's where season two ends?" is what I said out loud at the end of the twelfth episode. It doesn't feel like we moved very far, and it took us 12 episodes to get here.

The character cast ... feels too big for what's going on, as the fight sequences tend to highlight only a few of them. A lot of the characters take a backseat and are reduced to one-liner quips like "don't tell my brother what to do!!". This creates a different tone from season 1, where we spent a lot of time experiencing pivotal events with many of the characters. I understand that the plot needs to move forward, but it feels like the plot is moving our characters, and less that our characters are moving the plot. Mei ends up being reduced to a lookup tool for information on the Tensen, and is now a husk of a character, which is incredibly disappointing. We do get character development for some of the Tensen which was overall well done.

There are some really fantastic animation sequences in the later fight scenes, but I do wish MAPPA would lean towards being a bit more consistent in their animation quality rather than serving us whiplash.

This is the first time I've ever given a review, and I really have to talk about this anime. It's absolutely incredible! I loved season 1 and had no expectations for season 2. I thought it wouldn't be anything special, but it's the complete opposite. It was a pure artistic masterpiece. I rewatched all of season 1 to catch up, and I literally binged it in one go. It's been a long time since an anime has given me so many chills. I think the author had a real gift when they wrote this masterpiece. I even wonder how it's possible that it only got ... an 8.3/10 rating. It's a shame for such a masterpiece. In conclusion, I would absolutely recommend this anime to anyone.

Really enjoyed this season overall.

Biggest upgrade is the animation—way more consistent than Season 1, and it really helps the show shine since the world and characters were already strong. Everything just feels cleaner and more impactful, especially during fights.

Story-wise, it’s still very effective. I like how it keeps things moving and doesn’t waste time, but at the same time, the pacing might’ve been a bit too fast. With such a short manga, they probably could’ve slowed down certain fights or saved some moments for the final season.

Gabimaru’s development is still great, and the group dynamic between criminals and executioners continues to carry the show. It ... does a really good job making you care about characters quickly.

Music was on point too—opening by Tatsuya Kitani and ending by Queen Bee were both great.

Overall, really fun weekly watch. A bit rushed at times, but still a strong season.

where can i start it was a joke till the first season but in this season our gabimaru gave up on defeating the writers and accepted his fate specially after rebooting its just funny ...he is again fighting for his wife i love yuzuriha specially when she talks with our gabimaru its just great how the dialogues go...
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great fights but the first season did it great at the i end was just bombazzeled here they fought many times but no gabimaru great ninjutsu or yuzuriha's great ninjutsu nuh i dont know see for yourself and tell me...
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or maybe they didnt have the power left because ... yamada was killing that guy so brutall they just couldn't even give you a glimpse you see him at the end and that was great but but a bit more intensity mate we are fighting till death understand i'm talking before they were left 1 hp
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now for the things it great and boy though whatever i said above it dosent apply to fights other than yamada and middle fights of gabimaru and yuzu...
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all the fights had great character yes character like it was other than what they are for because of the Tensen they are just great character i didn't want them to die ...i loved the fights specially the ju fa and tao fa fight ...just great how the fight leaves a bitter taste
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otherthan that just a great continuation..
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with some good music specially the ed great song..and lets see what happens in the future because at this time isnt't over ..
..Thank You...
.until next time ..holo or tree...
(i was suprised with what yuzu did i guess she is the neko with 9 lives and thats the reason why i gave this a 9)

Hell’s Paradise Season 2 is basically the show saying: “you survived season 1? cute. let’s fix that.”

This season doesn’t even try to pretend it’s safe anymore. It’s just straight-up island trauma simulator with occasional breaks where someone explains lore and you wish they didn’t because it somehow makes everything worse.

Gabimaru is still in that weird zone of “emotionally dead assassin trying to learn love,” and every time he gets a character development moment you already know the universe is about to punish him for it immediately. Like bro can’t even unlock feelings without a boss fight spawning nearby.

And the island?? Yeah it’s not a location ... anymore, it’s an active hate crime. Everything breathes, moves, or looks at you like it has a personal grudge. Even the plants feel like they’re plotting.

The fights though… insane. Like “pause the episode because your brain needs a second to process what just happened” kind of insane. Bodies are flying, techniques are getting weirder, and half the time you’re just sitting there like “ok I guess physics left the chat.”

But then, right after the hype, the show hits you with some quiet emotional moment and you’re like why do I suddenly care about this guy who has 3 minutes left to live 😭

10/10, would absolutely not survive being dropped on that island 👍