Kagura Nana Releases Detective Is Already Dead Theme
The virtual artist unveiled the music video for the second season ending track, Hakuchuumu, following the series premiere.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Animation
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Virtual artist Kagura Nana released the music video for the song Hakuchuumu on 15 October 2026. This track serves as the official ending theme for the second season of the anime series The Detective Is Already Dead.
Why it matters
The release accompanies the return of the popular anime series, which is currently streaming to international audiences through platforms like Crunchyroll.
The original light novel series spans 14 volumes in total. The second season, which premiered on 7 October 2026, is produced by studio Engi.
The players
Kagura Nana
A virtual artist known for performing musical works and engaging with fans through digital media.
40mP
A prolific music producer and songwriter who crafted the ending theme for the current anime season.
Manabu Kurihara
The director overseeing the production of the second season of The Detective Is Already Dead at studio Engi.
The details
The song Hakuchuumu was written, composed, and arranged by 40mP for the production. Director Manabu Kurihara leads the animation team at studio Engi for this installment of the series.
Timeline
The first season of the anime originally aired in 2021.
The second season premiered in Japan on 7 October 2026.
The music video for the ending theme was released on 15 October 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The continuation of this series follows the production pattern established by the 2021 broadcast of The Detective Is Already Dead season one. The current trend of pairing virtual artists with major anime franchises highlights the increasing integration of digital talent into mainstream animation.
International viewers can watch the second season of the series through Crunchyroll as it continues its run. The music video is available for digital consumption, allowing fans to stream the ending theme outside of the broadcast episodes.
The takeaway
The addition of professional music production to anime endings is a staple for maintaining audience engagement throughout a season. Fans can follow the official release channels to keep up with the full soundtrack as the season progresses.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by AnimationXpress.
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