I’m still blushing from Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro. Nagatoro’s relentless teasing, Senpai’s flustered reactions, that slow-burn romance—it’s got me hooked. As an otaku who binged both seasons on Crunchyroll with a goofy grin, I’m desperate for Season 3. The Season 2 finale, with that heart-melting embrace, left me screaming for more. I’ve scoured the web—official sites, X, Reddit threads—for any hint of news. The outlook’s murky, and I’m gutted, but let’s dig into what’s out there, rant like crazy, and hold onto hope. This is for the fans still swooning over Nagatoro’s smirk.
Where Season 2 Left Us: A Step Closer to Love
Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro (or Ijiranaide, Nagatoro-san) is rom-com gold. Since April 2021, it’s followed Naoto Hachiouji, a shy art club senpai, and Hayase Nagatoro, a mischievous freshman who torments him with teasing. Telecom Animation Film handled Season 1 (April–June 2021), while OLM took over for Season 2, 2nd Attack (January–March 2023). Season 2, adapting up to Chapter 91 of Nanashi’s manga (Volume 12), softened the edge, focusing on Nagatoro and Senpai’s growing bond. That anime-original hug in the finale? Pure magic.
The manga, serialized on Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket from November 2017 to July 2024, ended at Chapter 154 with 20 volumes. Season 2 left 63 chapters—enough for at least one more season. I rewatched Season 2’s last episode on Crunchyroll—Nagatoro’s judo arc, Senpai’s courage—and I’m yearning for their next step. The manga’s finale is out, so why’s Season 3 a mystery?
The Harsh Truth: No Season 3 Yet
Here’s the heartbreak: Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro Season 3 hasn’t been announced. As of May 2025, OLM, Kodansha, and Crunchyroll are silent. Anime News Network and whenwill.net confirm no renewal, despite fan demand. Sportskeeda (2023) was optimistic, citing the manga’s 3.3 million copies sold and Season 2’s 7.3/10 MyAnimeList score (395,000 users), but whenwill.net (January 2025) notes Season 1’s low Blu-ray sales (627 units) and OLM’s packed schedule. The manga’s end in July 2024, per ComicBook, could mean no need for anime promotion, dimming hopes.
X is a mix of hope and dread. @774nanash (Nanashi’s account) announced a new manga for 2025 but stayed mum on Season 3. Reddit’s r/nagatoro (January 2024) speculated a 2025 release, with @Pure-Platform-1806 citing popularity, but no official word. Cinema Safari (January 2025) guessed early 2025 based on the two-year gap between Seasons 1 and 2, but we’re past that window. I’m furious—how can OLM leave us hanging?
Any Sparks of Hope? Grasping at Straws
The internet’s a tease, like Nagatoro herself. GameRant (January 2025) says the manga’s 5 million copies and fan love make Season 3 “likely,” but OLM’s silence stings. Animealert.net (2023) predicted late 2024 or early 2025, now outdated. On Reddit, u/Kappejoj (July 2024) argued the 63 remaining chapters need more than 12 episodes, suggesting a final Season 3. @Sad-Passenger-8270 (September 2024) hoped for a Fall 2025 reveal, but nothing’s surfaced. TheAnimeDaily (2023) claimed “high chances” for 2024, but that fizzled.
A glimmer: the manga’s end could push OLM to adapt the finale, especially with MyAnimeList’s 395,000 fans and Crunchyroll’s 4.6/5 rating. Nanashi’s new project, per Anime News Network (January 2025), might keep Kodansha invested. But no leaks, no teasers—just fans like me, begging on X.
Why No Season 3? A Fan’s Rage
I’m livid. Nagatoro is a rom-com gem—Nagatoro’s gremlin energy, Senpai’s growth, their chemistry. Why the stall? My gripes:
- Low Sales: Season 1’s 627 Blu-ray units tanked, per whenwill.net. Season 2’s data is missing, but physical sales are declining. OLM needs streaming revenue to justify it.
- Studio Schedule: OLM’s busy with Pokémon and Komi Can’t Communicate. TheAnimeDaily says 2023’s seven projects left no room for Nagatoro.
- Manga’s End: ComicBook notes the manga’s July 2024 finale reduces anime’s promotional value. Why adapt if sales won’t spike?
I rewatched Season 1’s library scenes on Crunchyroll—Nagatoro’s teasing, Senpai’s sketches—and it’s flawless. How can Kodansha ignore this? The manga’s got judo tournaments, confessions, and kisses waiting. OLM, wake up!
What Could Season 3 Be? A Teasing Dream
No confirmation, so let’s fantasize. Season 3 would start at Chapter 92 (Volume 12), diving into the manga’s final arcs. Expect Nagatoro’s judo rival, Orihara, and Senpai’s art club battles, per Sportskeeda. Their romance should deepen—maybe that promised kiss from the judo bet. Reddit’s u/Pure-Platform-1806 insists it won’t end without a confession. OLM’s animation in Season 2 was crisp; I want vibrant festival scenes and blush-worthy moments. Sumire Uesaka (Nagatoro) and Daiki Yamashita (Senpai) better return.
Cinema Safari’s early 2025 guess is bust, but Reddit’s 2025–2026 window feels plausible if announced soon. With 63 chapters, expect 12–18 episodes, maybe a final season. I’m praying for Sumire Uesaka’s “Love Crazy” energy in a new OP.
How We Keep the Teasing Alive
I’m not giving up, and neither should you. Here’s how we push for Season 3:
- Stream Seasons 1–2 on Crunchyroll. Binge it, rate it—views could sway OLM.
- Buy the manga on BookWalker or Kodansha’s site. Volume 20’s out—sales matter.
- Flood X and Reddit. Tag @774nanash, @Crunchyroll, @KodanshaUSA. Fan campaigns revived Yashahime—we’ve got this!
- Grab merch or manga box sets (Volumes 1–12). Wikipedia mentions acrylic Nagatoro standees—show demand.
Still Flustered by Nagatoro
I’m a mess, writing this with Nagatoro’s grin in my mind. Don’t Toy with Me, Miss Nagatoro gave us 24 episodes of teasing bliss—Senpai’s stammers, Nagatoro’s heart, their awkward love. No Season 3 news? It’s cruel. The manga’s done, fans are loud, and 63 chapters beg to be animated. I’m clinging to 2026, dreaming of their kiss. This can’t be the end.
What’s your take? Hyped like me or raging at OLM? Hit X, tag @774nanash, and let’s make noise. Stream on Crunchyroll. Read the manga on BookWalker. Let’s show Kodansha we’re not done blushing. Nagatoro Season 3—come on, tease us again!
