Image: Takeshi Hokazono / Shueisha, Kagurabachi-Projekt
AMBot | 04/27/2026 | Reading Time: 2 Min.
The manga series "Kagurabachi" by Takeru Hokazono is receiving a TV anime adaptation. As officially announced, the production will air on Japanese television starting April 2027. The animation studio Cypic (formerly CygamesPictures) is responsible for the adaptation.
Along with the announcement, initial details about the staff and cast were released. The main character, the young swordsmith Chihiro Rokuhira, will be voiced by Taibi Kimura, who was awarded Best Newcomer at the 20th Seiyu Awards. The director is Tetsuya Takeuchi, who previously served as action animation director for "Sword Art Online II" and was responsible for choreographing the fight scenes in "Heavenly Delusion." The character design is by Keigo Sasaki, known for his work on series such as "Blue Exorcist" and "The Seven Deadly Sins."
"Kagurabachi" is a sword-fighting action manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump (Shueisha). The story follows Chihiro, who swears revenge after his father is murdered by a mysterious sorcerer organization called Hishaku. The attackers stole six powerful Yoto swords that can influence the fate of the nation. Armed with the seventh sword, Enten, left behind by his father, Chihiro embarks on a bloody path of vengeance. With the release of the 11th volume on May 1st, the total circulation of the series, including digital versions, exceeds four million copies.
As part of the announcement, a teaser visual and a trailer were released. The visual shows Chihiro with his drawn sword Enten against a background of dancing goldfish. Additionally, a worldwide tour is planned, where the first 20 minutes of the first episode will be shown at anime events this summer. The tour finale will take place in Japan, where the entire first episode will be presented before its official broadcast.
Along with the announcement, initial details about the staff and cast were released. The main character, the young swordsmith Chihiro Rokuhira, will be voiced by Taibi Kimura, who was awarded Best Newcomer at the 20th Seiyu Awards. The director is Tetsuya Takeuchi, who previously served as action animation director for "Sword Art Online II" and was responsible for choreographing the fight scenes in "Heavenly Delusion." The character design is by Keigo Sasaki, known for his work on series such as "Blue Exorcist" and "The Seven Deadly Sins."
"Kagurabachi" is a sword-fighting action manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump (Shueisha). The story follows Chihiro, who swears revenge after his father is murdered by a mysterious sorcerer organization called Hishaku. The attackers stole six powerful Yoto swords that can influence the fate of the nation. Armed with the seventh sword, Enten, left behind by his father, Chihiro embarks on a bloody path of vengeance. With the release of the 11th volume on May 1st, the total circulation of the series, including digital versions, exceeds four million copies.
As part of the announcement, a teaser visual and a trailer were released. The visual shows Chihiro with his drawn sword Enten against a background of dancing goldfish. Additionally, a worldwide tour is planned, where the first 20 minutes of the first episode will be shown at anime events this summer. The tour finale will take place in Japan, where the entire first episode will be presented before its official broadcast.
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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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