The Way of the Househusband or Gokushufudo in Japanese translation is a Japanese manga series penned and decorated by Kousuke Oono. The Manga has since been published in 2018. The story revolves around a former Yakuza leader who quits committing various crimes to become a househusband (Nope, not a housewife).
In 2020, the series was adapted into an anime series by Nippon TV and on April 8, 2021, Netflix launched an ONA series produced by J.C. Staff. The anime series first season wowed the audience and critics alike with its comical and intriguing narration. The second season of the anime series was released on October 7, 2021.
With a popular anime series like The Way of The Househusband, the chances of getting renewed by Netflix for another season run is extremely high as currently, the giant streamer is heavily investing in good anime series and this has boosted the number of subscriptions and it has been increasing with time.
To know more in detail, here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming season’s release date, cast, and more.
The Way of the Househusband Season 3 all about the show!
| The Way of the Househusband | |
| 極主夫道
(Gokushufudō) |
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| Genre |
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| Manga | |
| Written by | Kousuke Oono |
| Published by | Shinchosha |
| English publisher | NA
Viz Media |
| Imprint | Bunch Comics |
| Magazine | Kurage Bunch |
| Demographic | Seinen |
| Original run | February 23, 2018 – present |
| Volumes | 9 (List of volumes) |
| Television drama | |
| Directed by | Tōichirō Rutō |
| Written by | Manabu Uda |
| Music by | Eishi Segawa |
| Studio | FINE Entertainment |
| Original network | Nippon TV |
| Original run | October 11, 2020 – December 13, 2020 |
| Episodes | 10 |
| Original net animation | |
| Directed by | Chiaki Kon |
| Written by | Susumu Yamakawa |
| Music by | Gin |
| Studio | J.C.Staff |
| Licensed by | Netflix
CN bilibili |
| Released | April 8, 2021 – October 7, 2021 |
| Runtime | 16–19 minutes |
| Episodes | 10 (List of episodes) |
| Live-action film | |
| Directed by | Tōichirō Rutō |
| Studio | Sony Pictures Entertainment Japan |
| Released | June 3, 2022 |
The Way of the Househusband Season 3 Release Date: When is it?
The first season aired on April 8, 2021, comprising 5 episodes followed by the second season which aired on October 7, 2021, comprising 5 episodes. So overall the series has 10 episodes.
As for the third season of The Way of the Househusband, there’s no official confirmation whatsoever. Both Netflix and J.C. Staff have neither made an official announcement concerning the third installment of the series. While it may be too soon to comment anything regarding the second season of the series. We do know for a fact that the first season managed to earn decent ratings and great reviews. But it somehow fell flat in the second season and it’s not as good as the first one.
The Way of the Househusband Season 3 Episode list
| No.
overall |
No. in
season |
Title | Original release date |
| Part 1 | |||
| 1 | 1 | “Episode 1” | April 8, 2021 |
| 2 | 2 | “Episode 2” | April 8, 2021 |
| 3 | 3 | “Episode 3” | April 8, 2021 |
| 4 | 4 | “Episode 4” | April 8, 2021 |
| 5 | 5 | “Episode 5” | April 8, 2021 |
| Part 2 | |||
| 6 | 1 | “Episode 6” | October 7, 2021 |
| 7 | 2 | “Episode 7” | October 7, 2021 |
| 8 | 3 | “Episode 8” | October 7, 2021 |
| 9 | 4 | “Episode 9” | October 7, 2021 |
| 10 | 5 | “Episode 10” | October 7, 2021 |
The Cast of The Way of The Househusband Season 3
If there’s a third season of The Way of The Househusband Season 3, all the central characters are most likely to appear. Of course, our main protagonist Tatsu as well. Here are the names of the characters and the voice behind those characters.
- Tatsu (Voiced by: Kenjiro Tsuda)
- Miku (voiced by: Maaya Sakamoto)
- Masa (voiced by: Kenichi Suzumura)
- Torajiro (voiced by: Yoshimasa Hosoya)
- Hibari Torii (voiced by: Atsuko Tanaka)
- Gin (voiced by: Yuki Kaji)
- Young Yakuza Lieutenant (voiced by: Jun Fukushima)
- Chairperson (voiced by: Kimiko Saitō)
- Policemen (voiced by: Masashi Nogawa)
- Former Yakuza Boss (voiced by Hōchū Otsuka)
- Bob (voiced by Tomokazu Sugita)
- Gōda (voiced by Subaru Kimura)
The Way of the Househusband Season 3 Plot: What to expect?
In the previous season of The Way of The Househusband, it didn’t end on a major cliffhanger compared to most anime. It’s also because this anime is more like a laid-back, kind of relatable life event.
If a third season happens, it’ll focus on the lead character and showcasing the usual and boring stuff and reflecting their amusing personality. Miku will likely earn a paid holiday at her workplace and go to Breman Farm with Tatsu, where they will enjoy sightseeing, spending quality family time. Meanwhile, the previous gang lord will encounter his neighbor unexpectedly, this may lead to a new friendship.
The Way of the Househusband Season 4 coming back?
No announcement has been done yet!