"KAGURABACHI" Set for TV Anime Adaptation in April 2027; Produced by Cypic, Taihi Kimura Cast as Protagonist Chihiro Rokuhira

On April 27, it was announced that Takeru Hokazono's manga "Kagurabachi," currently serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump, will receive a TV anime adaptation in April 2027. Alongside this announcement, a teaser visual and teaser trailer were revealed for the first time.

The series will surpass a cumulative circulation of 4 million copies as of May 1 and continues to draw passionate attention from both domestic and international audiences. This Neo-Japanese Sword Action series follows Chihiro Rokuhira, a boy who aspires to become a swordsmith. He embarks on a blood-soaked path of revenge, wielding the seventh Enchanted Blade, "Enten," left behind by his father, in order to reclaim his peaceful life and the six Enchanted Blades—swords of immense power capable of shaping the fate of the nation—that were stolen by the mysterious sorcerer organization, the "Hishaku".

Animation production will be handled by Cypic, the studio behind titles such as Umamusume: Cinderella Gray. A stellar team of creators has been assembled, including Tetsuya Takeuchi (Sword Art Online II Action Animation Director) as Director, and Keigo Sasaki (Blue Exorcist) as Character Designer. Furthermore, Taihi Kimura, winner of the 2025 Seiyu Awards for Best New Actor, has been cast as the story's protagonist, Chihiro Rokuhira.

To mark the announcement of the TV anime adaptation, comments have arrived from the original author Takeru Hokazono, the main staff, and lead voice actor Kimura.

<Comment from Takeru Hokazono (Original Author)>
"You know the Rock Lee vs. Gaara fight in Naruto? The manga version is great of course, but isn't the anime's version just incredibly cool? Well, the very person who brought that scene to life is our director! Woo!
The staff is full of amazing people who really know the manga inside and out. I can't wait to see how the animation turns out! Definitely a must-watch!"

<Comment from Tetsuya Takeuchi (Director)>
"Who would've thought that I'd be directing a popular Shonen Jump anime after working as a key animator on Naruto back when I was just a newbie... you really never know what life has in store.
When you think of Kagurabachi, you think of swords! And more swords! Plus cool characters and intense drama!
I'll work hard to capture all those elements and aim to make a show that both long-time fans of the manga and first-time viewers alike can enjoy!
There's a lot of pressure!"

<Comment from Keigo Sasaki (Character Design)>
"Hokazono-sensei's art style is really cool, and I couldn't wait to see his drawings come to life! I jumped into the design process with nothing but that feeling in mind, but it's been an uphill battle.
 It's hard... but when I manage to draw something well, it makes me that much happier! The staff and I are working hard every day, and I feel so lucky to be able to participate in this project.
 I'll do my absolute best so that everyone can enjoy the anime."

<Comment from Taihi Kimura (Voice of Chihiro Rokuhira)>
"I'm Taihi Kimura, and I'll be voicing Chihiro Rokuhira!
I'm truly grateful for this opportunity to voice the protagonist of Kagurabachi—an incredible series loved by fans all over the world.
A katana is forged and refined through the art of "tanren," gaining its ultimate strength through the repeated folding of steel.
Chihiro is a quiet young man, but deep in his heart he carries a conviction as unyielding as a sword.
I'm going to give this role my absolute all and pour my heart and soul into it so that Chihiro's unwavering resolve truly resonates with everyone.
Thank you for your support!"

Furthermore, the Kagurabachi World Tour is set to begin in summer 2026. As part of the tour, exclusive 20-minute preview screenings of Episode 1 will be held at venues across the world. The tour will culminate in Japan in spring 2027 with the first full-length screening of Episode 1 ahead of its official broadcast.

(c)Takeru Hokazono/SHUEISHA,Project Kagurabachi