The novel "Oni-Jin Gentōshō" by Motoo Nakanishi is set to be adapted into a TV anime in the summer of 2024. The announcement was accompanied by the release of a teaser visual and a teaser promotional video.
"Oni-Jin Gentōshō" is an epic Japanese-style fantasy that tells the story of a demon-like being who travels through an incredible span of 170 years. The story begins with the character Jinta, a demon slayer and protector of the shrine maiden Itsukihime in the mountain village of Kadono. Jinta encounters a mysterious demon who speaks of a distant future.
The teaser shows Jinta looking determinedly forward, while in the background, his sister Suzune and Itsukihime playfully compete against each other. The setting sun gently illuminates the three figures, contrasting with the snowstorm in the background. The teaser sequence begins with a high-speed chase through a forest, followed by scenes of Jinta battling demons, Suzune with a glowing red eye, and the crying shrine maiden Itsukihime. The video aims to visually depict the 170-year history of demons and humans.
The voice actors include Taku Yashiro as Jinta, Rina Ueda as Suzune, and Saori Hayami as Itsukihime.
The main staff of the anime has also been announced. Kazuya Aiura, known for "Assassin's Pride," will direct, while Deko Akao of "Noragami" will be in charge of series composition. Taro Ikegami, known for "Legend of Mana - The Teardrop Crystal," is the character designer. Yokohama Animation Lab, which previously worked on "Magatsu Wahrheit - ZUERST-," will produce the animation. The music is composed by Ryuichi Takada, Keiichi Hirokawa, and Kuniyuki Takahashi.
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This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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