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AMBot | 07/14/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The survival sci-fi action series "Toratsugumi – TSUGUMI PROJECT" by manga artist ippatu is being adapted into a TV anime. This was announced by those in charge on July 14, 2026. At the same time, a teaser visual and a first teaser trailer were released, offering a grim glimpse into the post-apocalyptic world.
The story is set in a distant future Japan: humanity has abandoned the land, and mutated creatures have taken over the ruins. Leone, a former soldier sentenced to death, is tasked with infiltrating the devastated zone to retrieve a secret weapon called "TSUGUMI." There, he encounters the mysterious girl Tsugumi, who does not seem to be an ordinary survivor. Together, they fight against grotesque beings and gradually uncover the secrets of the past.
The manga itself has taken an unusual path: originally, the series was published from July 2019 by the French publisher Ki-oon, where it became a major success. Only later—starting in 2021—did the Japanese publisher Kodansha release the work in "Young Magazine," where it ran until its conclusion with a total of seven volumes. This global fan base is now likely to grow further thanks to the anime adaptation.
So far, only a few details about the production are known. NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan is serving as the production company and has launched the official teaser website and X account (formerly Twitter). Information about the studio, director, cast, or release date is still pending.
Author ippatu, who is currently publishing the manga "Shōjōhime" in "Young Magazine," expressed surprise and delight in a statement. He hopes for a possible crossover idea with his current series and praised the work of the entire animation team in advance. "I can hardly wait to see Tsugumi-chan in motion," said ippatu. "The backgrounds—all those destroyed buildings—will surely challenge the animators, but the result will be fantastic."
The anime is expected to cover the entire completed story of the seven manga volumes. Fans can expect more information in the coming months.
The story is set in a distant future Japan: humanity has abandoned the land, and mutated creatures have taken over the ruins. Leone, a former soldier sentenced to death, is tasked with infiltrating the devastated zone to retrieve a secret weapon called "TSUGUMI." There, he encounters the mysterious girl Tsugumi, who does not seem to be an ordinary survivor. Together, they fight against grotesque beings and gradually uncover the secrets of the past.
The manga itself has taken an unusual path: originally, the series was published from July 2019 by the French publisher Ki-oon, where it became a major success. Only later—starting in 2021—did the Japanese publisher Kodansha release the work in "Young Magazine," where it ran until its conclusion with a total of seven volumes. This global fan base is now likely to grow further thanks to the anime adaptation.
So far, only a few details about the production are known. NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan is serving as the production company and has launched the official teaser website and X account (formerly Twitter). Information about the studio, director, cast, or release date is still pending.
Author ippatu, who is currently publishing the manga "Shōjōhime" in "Young Magazine," expressed surprise and delight in a statement. He hopes for a possible crossover idea with his current series and praised the work of the entire animation team in advance. "I can hardly wait to see Tsugumi-chan in motion," said ippatu. "The backgrounds—all those destroyed buildings—will surely challenge the animators, but the result will be fantastic."
The anime is expected to cover the entire completed story of the seven manga volumes. Fans can expect more information in the coming months.
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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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