The spooky homeroom is back in session. Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube returns for Cour 2 on January 7, 2026, and the opening theme is coming in hot: THE ORAL CIGARETTES’ new song “ERASE.” If you just want the “when/where/what do I click?” version, we’ve got you. 👻🎸
Cour 2 Kicks Off Jan 7—and the OP Is Already Here
Cour 2 begins on TV Asahi’s IMAnimation W slot (Wednesdays at 11:45 p.m. JST) starting Jan 7. BS Asahi follows from Jan 10 (late night).
Broadcast and Streaming: The Quick Watch Guide
After the terrestrial broadcast ends, episodes will start early streaming on ABEMA, U-NEXT, and Anime Hodai, with other platforms planned later (timing may change). For the most reliable updates—especially if you’re outside Japan—keep an eye on the official sites: Official global anime site / Official JP site.
Meet “ERASE,” THE ORAL CIGARETTES’ New Opening
“ERASE” is a full-speed rock track built to match Nube’s occult-action energy—melodic vocals, urgent momentum, and lyrics that lean into the anime’s world. It drops digitally on Jan 7.
MV Premiere and Trailer: The Best 2-Minute Preview
The “ERASE” MV premieres Jan 7 at 22:00 JST (13:00 UTC), and the Cour 2 PV already lets you hear a taste of the song early—perfect for a quick vibe check before episode 1 lands. Watch the MV here: Music Video.
Pre-Add/Pre-Save Bonus: Wallpaper + Poster Lottery
If you Pre-Add (Apple Music) or Pre-Save (Spotify) by Jan 6, 23:59 JST, you’ll get a Cour 2 original smartphone wallpaper. There’s also a lottery for an A3 poster, with entries accepted until Jan 7, 23:59 JST. Use the official hub to register and enter: “ERASE” streaming + Pre-Add/Pre-Save page and Campaign details + entry.
One More Thing: Home Sweet Home TOUR 2026
THE ORAL CIGARETTES also announced a Summer 2026 hall tour—12 cities, 13 shows—starting July 8 in Osaka (Orix Theater). Tour talk can wait, but yeah… 2026 is looking loud. 🔥
Ready for Jan 7? Save These Links and Jump In
Bookmark the official sites, set a reminder for the MV premiere, and if you’re on Apple Music or Spotify, lock in your Pre-Add/Pre-Save before the deadline. Then come back after episode 1 and tell us: does “ERASE” hit your OP playlist tier?
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