The battle between Oni and Momotaro begins this summer!
Tougen Anki, the anime adaptation of Yura Urushibara’s hit manga, slashes onto Japanese TV screens starting July 11, 2025. Ahead of its broadcast debut, the series will hold early screenings at Anime Festival Asia Indonesia, United Cinemas Toyosu, and Anime Expo 2025.
👹 Story Preview: Cursed Blood, Fated War, and Inner Demons
Shiki Ichinose always thought he was just a normal delinquent—until a brutal encounter reveals the truth: he’s inherited the blood of the Oni. Hunted by the Momotaro, descendants of demon slayers, Shiki’s peaceful days are gone.
As ancient bloodlines clash in modern times, Shiki must master his powers, confront the Oni within him, and survive a war that has raged for generations.
Will he embrace the curse—or break free from fate?
📚 Source Material Spotlight: Tougen Anki
Tougen Anki is based on the dark fantasy manga by Yura Urushibara, serialized in Akita Shoten’s Weekly Shōnen Champion since June 2020. The story quickly gained attention for its gritty take on classic Japanese folklore, especially the legendary conflict between the Oni and Momotaro clans.
In the manga, Urushibara blends intense action, generational conflict, and supernatural abilities rooted in myth. It follows the life of Shiki Ichinose—a teenager whose world shatters when he discovers he carries Oni blood, marking him as an enemy of the powerful Momotaro Agency.
Known for its stylish art, morally grey characters, and brutal fight sequences, Tougen Anki has sold over 1.5 million copies and even inspired two stage plays before getting the anime green light. The English version, titled Tougen Anki: Legend of the Cursed Blood, is licensed by Yen Press, with the third volume set to release in May 2025.
Tougen Anki: Dark Demon of Paradise
Vol. 1 Cover
🔥 Main Voice Cast
- Kazuki Ura as Shiki Ichinose
- Hiroshi Kamiya as Naito Mudano
- Manaka Iwami as Homare Byobugaura
- Kōtarō Nishiyama as Jin Kougasaki
- Natsuki Hanae as Juji Yusurube
- Aimi as Kuina Sazanami
- Shōgo Sakata as Ikari Yaoroshi
- Kaito Miura as Rokuro Kiriyama
🎬 Creative Team & Studio
- Director: Ato Nonaka
- Assistant Director: Hiroyuki Hashimoto
- Series Composition & Scripts: Yukie Sugawara (No Guns Life)
- Character Design: Ryoko Amisaki (Kino’s Journey)
- Art Direction: Scott MacDonald
- Music: KOHTA YAMAMOTO (Attack on Titan: Final Season)
- Animation Production: Studio Hibari
🎵 Ending Theme:
“What is justice?” performed by BAND-MAID
🗓️ Release Date & Broadcast Info
Tougen Anki begins broadcasting in Japan on July 11, 2025. Early event screenings will take place throughout June and early July across Indonesia, Japan, and the U.S., giving fans a sneak peek at the action before the full debut.
⚔️ Final Thoughts
Tougen Anki blends dark fantasy with shounen-style grit, drawing on Japanese folklore to tell a brutal, blood-soaked tale of destiny and identity. With a powerhouse voice cast and striking visual direction, this could be summer’s breakout action hit.
Will you side with the Oni—or become their executioner?
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