The highly anticipated Tougen Anki anime series is set to premiere in July 2025, according to a recent announcement from production company RENOW. Along with the announcement, a new trailer was released, offering a glimpse into the series’ stunning visuals and revealing key details about the anime’s staff and cast.
The series will be directed by Ato Nonaka at Studio Hibari, with Hiroyuki Hashimoto serving as assistant director. The screenplay and series composition will be handled by Yukie Sugawara. The character designs are being created by Ryoko Amisaki, while Hiroyuki Becchaku takes on the role of art designer. Scott MacDonald will oversee the art direction.
Other key production staff include:
- Color Key Artist: Saki Tada
- Compositing Director: Naoki Serizawa
- CG Director: Ryota Fukushima
- Editor: Yumika Okazaki
- Sound Director: Satoki Iida
- Composer: Kohta Yamamoto
- Music Production: Pony Canyon
- Original Work: Yura Urushibara
In addition to the production team, RENOW also revealed the anime’s voice cast, which includes:
- Kazuki Ura as Shiki Ichinose
- Hiroshi Kamiya as Naito Mudano
- Kōtarō Nishiyama as Jin Kougasaki
- Manaka Iwami as Homare Byobugaura
- Shōgo Sakata as Ikari Yaoroshi
- Natsuki Hanae as Juji Yusurube
- Kaito Miura as Rokuro Kiriyama
- Aimi as Kuina Sazanami
Tougen Anki is based on the original work by Yura Urushibara. The story centers on a young man, Shiki Ichinose, who discovers his Oni (demon) lineage after an unexpected attack by the legendary Momotaro. This revelation sends him on a journey of self-discovery as he uncovers the dark legacy within his blood, leading to an inevitable confrontation with the Oni that dwells inside him. The series promises to blend traditional Japanese folklore with dark, action-packed heroism as Shiki grapples with his newfound powers and destiny.
The anime is set against a backdrop of centuries-old conflict between two factions: the Momotaro Agency and the Oni Agency. These groups have been locked in battle ever since the time of the Oni’s seclusion, which was shattered by an invasion led by the hero Momotaro.
A new era of dark heroism begins as Shiki embarks on a journey to understand the true nature of his abilities and confront the powerful legacy of the Oni.
Fans can look forward to the official release in July 2025.
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