Image: Yusei Matsui/Shueisha, Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi Produktionskomitee
AMBot | 07/04/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The second season of the anime adaptation of Yusei Matsui's manga "Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi" (internationally "The Elusive Samurai") has received an official start date and a new trailer. As announced by the production committee on July 4, 2026, the series will air on Japanese television starting July 17, 2026 – specifically in the Noitamina programming block on Fuji TV. The time slot is Fridays at 11:30 PM (JST). Simultaneously, the initial release will be via streaming: Prime Video will offer the first episode starting July 18 at 12:00 AM as part of a subscription; other platforms will follow from July 21.
The released main trailer provides an in-depth look at the plot of the new season: The "escape group" around protagonist Tokiyuki Hojo finally sets out to recapture the city of Kamakura – a central turning point in the story. The trailer is accompanied by the new opening sequence, whose title is "Onigoto" (roughly translating to "Demon Game") and is performed by singer and actor Kento Nakajima. Nakajima, who also co-wrote the lyrics, stated in a comment: "I have loved history since childhood and often discussed Japanese history with my grandfather. Through the character of Tokiyuki Hojo, I can experience the turbulent era of the transition from the Kamakura to the Nanboku-cho period and sing this song. As a history fan, I want to bring the opener of this series to life as a young lord of this era."
In addition to the broadcast on Noitamina, the second season will also be available on AT-X starting July 24, 2026. To make it easier for newcomers to get into the series, the first season will be rerun on TOKYO MX and BS11 starting July 13, 2026, on Mondays at 12:30 AM. These stations will subsequently also air the second season.
The animation production remains in the hands of CloverWorks ("Spy x Family", "Bocchi the Rock!"). Direction is by Yuta Yamazaki, the script is handled by Yoriko Tomita, and character design is by Yasushi Nishiya. The voice cast remains unchanged: Asaki Yuikawa voices Tokiyuki Hojo, Hinaki Yano the role of Shizuku, Mari Hino Kojirō, Sayumi Suzushiro Ayako, Aoi Yūki Genba Kazama, Kikunosuke Toya Fubuki, and Yūichi Nakamura Suwa Yorishige.
The original manga by Yusei Matsui (known for "Assassination Classroom") ran from January 2021 to February 2026 in "Weekly Shonen Jump" and has achieved a total circulation of over five million copies. The 25th and final volume was released in May 2026. The first season of the anime aired from July to September 2024 and received positive feedback. The second season seamlessly continues the events and advances the story of the young Hojo heir, who fights to restore his house with his extraordinary ability to flee and survive.
The released main trailer provides an in-depth look at the plot of the new season: The "escape group" around protagonist Tokiyuki Hojo finally sets out to recapture the city of Kamakura – a central turning point in the story. The trailer is accompanied by the new opening sequence, whose title is "Onigoto" (roughly translating to "Demon Game") and is performed by singer and actor Kento Nakajima. Nakajima, who also co-wrote the lyrics, stated in a comment: "I have loved history since childhood and often discussed Japanese history with my grandfather. Through the character of Tokiyuki Hojo, I can experience the turbulent era of the transition from the Kamakura to the Nanboku-cho period and sing this song. As a history fan, I want to bring the opener of this series to life as a young lord of this era."
In addition to the broadcast on Noitamina, the second season will also be available on AT-X starting July 24, 2026. To make it easier for newcomers to get into the series, the first season will be rerun on TOKYO MX and BS11 starting July 13, 2026, on Mondays at 12:30 AM. These stations will subsequently also air the second season.
The animation production remains in the hands of CloverWorks ("Spy x Family", "Bocchi the Rock!"). Direction is by Yuta Yamazaki, the script is handled by Yoriko Tomita, and character design is by Yasushi Nishiya. The voice cast remains unchanged: Asaki Yuikawa voices Tokiyuki Hojo, Hinaki Yano the role of Shizuku, Mari Hino Kojirō, Sayumi Suzushiro Ayako, Aoi Yūki Genba Kazama, Kikunosuke Toya Fubuki, and Yūichi Nakamura Suwa Yorishige.
The original manga by Yusei Matsui (known for "Assassination Classroom") ran from January 2021 to February 2026 in "Weekly Shonen Jump" and has achieved a total circulation of over five million copies. The 25th and final volume was released in May 2026. The first season of the anime aired from July to September 2024 and received positive feedback. The second season seamlessly continues the events and advances the story of the young Hojo heir, who fights to restore his house with his extraordinary ability to flee and survive.
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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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