Oshi no Ko Season 2 Episode 11 Review: Doga Kobo Highlights Akane in Original Anime Scenes

With the release of Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11, the anime explored Aqua Hoshino’s romantic journey. After concluding his revenge plan against his biological father, Aqua was ready to focus on his future and love interests. This episode showcased Aqua going out with both Kana and Akane to help him make an important decision.

However, the episode also introduced viewers to Aqua and Ruby’s genuine biological father for the first time. With these pivotal developments, the animation studio knew they needed to deliver an exceptional episode, and they certainly achieved that.

Doga Kobo not only adeptly adapted the original manga, but also altered the chronological order and added original scenes to heighten the suspense leading up to the episode’s climactic moment.

Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11 review: Doga Kobo alters chronology of Kana and Akane’s segments

Aqua from Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11 (Image via Doga Kobo)

Viewers unfamiliar with the manga might not have realized that Doga Kobo adjusted the order of events between Kana Arima and Akane Kurokawa. In the manga, Aqua first meets Akane to end their work relationship before going on a shopping outing with Kana.

Nonetheless, even though both segments revolved around romance, they conveyed different emotional tones. Aqua’s outing with Kana elicited laughter from fans, while his date with Akane left them questioning the identity of Aqua and Ruby’s true biological father. The episode’s climax was set to reveal the father’s face.

Kana Arima from Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11 (Image via Doga Kobo)

Instead of following the manga’s original sequence of Akane-Kana-Ruby segments, Doga Kobo opted for a Kana-Akane-Ruby format, effectively building tension for the ending. This decision showcased the studio’s talent in adapting the works of Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari.

Aqua’s date with Kana was beautifully portrayed, highlighting her reactions to Aqua’s actions. Although the events mirrored those in the manga, the anime enhanced them considerably. This section was further enriched by original scenes where viewers saw Kana in her cab and later going through pictures on her phone at home.

Doga Kobo incorporates original scenes to showcase Akane’s brilliance

Akane Kurokawa from Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11 (Image via Doga Kobo)

In Aqua’s date with Akane Kurokawa, the anime focused on presenting her as an angelic character. She selflessly considered breaking up with Aqua while ensuring she was a supportive partner. The anime also skillfully depicted her uncertainty about her feelings for Aqua.

The real highlight of Doga Kobo’s adaptation was their original scene. As Aqua discussed his deceased biological father, the studio abstractly visualized this backstory. As the conversation unfolded, Akane quickly identified a significant flaw in the narrative.

Unlike the manga, which did not illustrate Akane’s revelation, the anime depicted a creature causing the double suicide and Ai’s pregnancy. This moment brilliantly showcased Akane’s intellect and her thought process in reaching that conclusion.

Final thoughts on Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11

Aqua and Ruby's real father in Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11 (Image via Doga Kobo) — Aqua and Ruby’s real father in Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11 (Image via Doga Kobo)

Overall, Oshi no Ko season 2 episode 11 was outstanding, introducing multiple new plotlines within the same episode.

This experience further illustrated Doga Kobo’s adeptness in adapting the beloved manga series. As the anime approaches its conclusion, fans can only hope the final two episodes will match the intensity displayed in season 2 episode 11.

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