If you’ve heard any sounds of wailing and moaning recently, chances are, you’re not encountering a yokai. Instead, it’s likely just an upset fan of Dandadan mourning the conclusion of Season 1.
With the anime’s first season now officially over, fans won’t be treated to new episodes until July 2025. To add salt to the wound, the finale left viewers hanging on not one, but two significant cliffhangers. This has sparked a flurry of questions regarding the future direction of the anime.
While waiting for updates about Season 2, we’ve compiled a list of the most pressing questions fans hope will be addressed upon the show’s return.
**Note:** We understand that manga readers may already have insights into these questions, but this article is crafted specifically for anime enthusiasts, and we’ll avoid any spoilers.
What’s Happening in Jiji’s Village?
Upon arriving in Daija Town, the group found what appeared to be a perfect little community. Situated on an inactive volcano, the area boasts soothing hot springs, magnificent views, and an unusually serene atmosphere. However, it quickly becomes apparent that this tranquility may be deceptive.
The trio—Momo, Okarun, and Jiji—soon realize they are under the watchful eyes of the peculiar grey-skinned townsfolk. Who are these inhabitants? While they might resemble the eerie Serpoians, distinct differences in their appearances imply they are not extraterrestrial beings.
Could they possibly be ghosts? While their unsettling looks would lend credibility to this theory, they don’t exhibit the characteristics typically associated with yokai. Additionally, Momo seems to sense their corporeality when confronted at the bathhouse, leaving us with plenty of unanswered questions.
How Will Momo Make Her Exit from the Bathhouse?
In her last scene, Momo faces imminent danger as she’s attacked in the bathhouse by several unsettling older men. With both Jiji and Okarun preoccupied with mysterious happenings in another room, Momo may have to call upon her remarkable psychic powers for an escape. But should we regard these men as mere humans, or could they be more dangerous than they appear?
Honestly, one hopes they are simply misguided men, offering Momo the chance to demonstrate some much-needed etiquette in a public bath. Yet, one can never predict the twists that Dandadan loves to throw our way, introducing new layers of mystery.
What Lies in the Secret Room of Jiji’s House?
In the finale, Episode 212, titled “Let’s Go to the Cursed House,” Jiji and Okarun stumble upon a perplexing discovery. They realize that the exterior of Jiji’s home is deceptively larger than the interior. Most intriguing is a sealed room filled with a variety of talismans reminiscent of those used by Momo’s grandmother for warding off yokai.
This raises a pivotal question: What is the purpose of this mysterious room? Was it constructed for protection against spiritual entities, or is it meant to confine something ominous within?
Who is the Yokai Tormenting Jiji?
Each night, Jiji finds himself terrorized by a malevolent yokai, manifesting as a tall, emaciated figure grinning ominously. The motivations behind this ghostly presence remain shrouded in mystery, with speculation suggesting its connection to both the secret room and the circumstances surrounding Jiji’s parents’ ailments.
As fans eagerly await the next installment, we can only hope that Momo and Okarun can confront this mysterious entity, much like they handled previous threats, allowing Jiji the peace he desperately needs.
Who Possesses Okarun’s Second Kintama?
Another looming concern for Okarun is the whereabouts of his second kintama. While he and Momo were adept at locating the first, the location of the second remains a mystery. It’s not just a matter of reclaiming his lost belongings; the gang must track it down quickly. As revealed in their encounter with Aira, the kintama acts as a sort of beacon for spirits, bestowing increased spiritual awareness on those who possess it. Failure to retrieve it might invite more yokai trouble.
As the wait for Dandadan Season 2 drags on, these questions remain at the forefront of fans’ minds, each one a thread woven into the rich tapestry of the anime’s narrative.
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