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AMBot | 05/27/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
With an eye on the start of the second season in July 2026, the anime 'Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers' has provided fresh insights into its world of characters. For the first time, the ten warriors known as 'Jūyūshi' (Ten Brave Warriors) have been shown in everyday clothing – a rare opportunity to experience the heroes outside of their armor. The release of the civilian clothes visuals, which include both the given name group and the family name group, marks another milestone in the production of the sequel to the legendary series from the late 1980s.
Simultaneously with the images, the first character song album 'Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers CHARACTER SONG ALBUM vol.1' was released on May 27, 2026. On this occasion, the official YouTube studio provided the music video for the single 'Samurai Soul', which will appear on the second character song album announced for June 24. The piece is sung by the five main characters Gai (voiced by Hiyori Ishibashi), Uesugi Kaito (Junya Enoki), Hojo Musashi (Ayumu Murase), Hojo Yamato (Shunsuke Takeuchi), and Ishida Shion (Kentarō Kumagai), and celebrates unwavering pride and samurai virtues such as humanity, justice, and wisdom.
Furthermore, a 'DST Opinion Box' has been set up on the official website. Under the motto 'DST Suggestion Box', fans can submit their thoughts, wishes, and suggestions about the series once daily until July 6, 2026. The box will be established on May 28, the birthday of Commandant Nasuti, who is said to personally oversee the submissions.
'Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers' is the first new TV series of the franchise in nearly 37 years and the first anime production since the OVA 'Message' from 1991. The story is set in modern-day Shinjuku and was realized under the direction of Yōichi Fujita (known for 'Gintama') with a screenplay by Shōgo Mutō ('Kamen Rider Build'). The first cour aired from January to March 2026, and the second cour starts in July 2026, broadcasting on channels such as Tokyo MX and BS11. Sunrise, the original studio, is once again responsible for the animation. The anime is available internationally via Crunchyroll.
Simultaneously with the images, the first character song album 'Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers CHARACTER SONG ALBUM vol.1' was released on May 27, 2026. On this occasion, the official YouTube studio provided the music video for the single 'Samurai Soul', which will appear on the second character song album announced for June 24. The piece is sung by the five main characters Gai (voiced by Hiyori Ishibashi), Uesugi Kaito (Junya Enoki), Hojo Musashi (Ayumu Murase), Hojo Yamato (Shunsuke Takeuchi), and Ishida Shion (Kentarō Kumagai), and celebrates unwavering pride and samurai virtues such as humanity, justice, and wisdom.
Furthermore, a 'DST Opinion Box' has been set up on the official website. Under the motto 'DST Suggestion Box', fans can submit their thoughts, wishes, and suggestions about the series once daily until July 6, 2026. The box will be established on May 28, the birthday of Commandant Nasuti, who is said to personally oversee the submissions.
'Yoroi-Shinden Samurai Troopers' is the first new TV series of the franchise in nearly 37 years and the first anime production since the OVA 'Message' from 1991. The story is set in modern-day Shinjuku and was realized under the direction of Yōichi Fujita (known for 'Gintama') with a screenplay by Shōgo Mutō ('Kamen Rider Build'). The first cour aired from January to March 2026, and the second cour starts in July 2026, broadcasting on channels such as Tokyo MX and BS11. Sunrise, the original studio, is once again responsible for the animation. The anime is available internationally via Crunchyroll.
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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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