TOKYO, June 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Anime Kagurabachi, based on a next-generation flagship title from Weekly Shonen Jump, has announced that Tomokazu Seki has been cast as Kunishige Rokuhira. Alongside this announcement, a new character visual, trailer and comments from Seki have also been unveiled.
Kagurabachi (Original Author: Takeru Hokazono), currently serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump, has surpassed a cumulative circulation of 4 million copies.
A stellar team of creators has been assembled for the project. Production will be handled by CyberAgent group company animation studio, Cypic (Umamusume: Cinderella Gray, The Summer Hikaru Died), the anime boasts an all-star staff, including Director Tetsuya Takeuchi (Action Animation Director on Sword Art Online II, Battle Scene Storyboards/Episode Director/Animation Director on Heavenly Delusion) and Character Designer Keigo Sasaki (Blue Exorcist, The Seven Deadly Sins). The protagonist, Chihiro Rokuhira, is voiced by Taihi Kimura, winner of the Best New Actor award at the 2025 Seiyu Awards.
Tomokazu Seki Cast as Kunishige Rokuhira!
Tomokazu Seki will play Kunishige Rokuhira, the father of Chihiro Rokuhira. To commemorate the announcement, comments have arrived from Seki.
Full Comments from Tomokazu Seki:
Q. What are your impressions of the character you voice, and what did you keep in mind while voicing them?
Kunishige Rokuhira is a legendary swordsmith, but at the same time, he is also a warmhearted father. I voiced the role with the aim of conveying the charm of both of those sides naturally. I would be happy if viewers could feel the bright and fun nature of his everyday humorous side, as well as the weight behind every single word in the scenes where he speaks of his convictions as a swordsmith.
Q. How did you feel when you were cast, and what are your thoughts on the anime?
I was truly happy when I got the role of Kunishige Rokuhira. Kagurabachi is a series loved by so many fans, and Kunishige is an important presence in the story. I’m doing my best to convey the manga’s passion and the feelings of the characters in a way that only anime can.
Q. What were your thoughts when you first read the manga?
When I first read the manga, my impression was, “This is such a passionate series!” Not only does it have powerful action scenes, but emotions like resolve, loss, and revenge are also depicted with real depth, and I was drawn in immediately. It also has unique worldbuilding, making it the kind of series where you keep wanting to know what happens next.
Q. What is Kunishige’s greatest charm?
I think Kunishige’s charm lies in the strength with which he upholds his convictions, as well as his ability to love deeply. I’m also the type of person who throws myself completely into the things I love, so I may relate to him a little in that sense.
Q. How would you describe the appeal of the series in one phrase?
“A spirit passed down.”
Kunishige Rokuhira Character Visual & Trailer Unveiled!
Kunishige Rokuhira
Character Introduction
Chihiro’s father, who warmly watched over his son as he grew up. A master swordsmith with unparalleled skill, he is the only person capable of forging Enchanted Blades—katana of immense power. It’s said that his creations single-handedly brought an end to the Seitei War. Three years ago, he lost his life during an attack by the Hishaku.
Kunishige Rokuhira Character Trailer: https://youtu.be/c3hF7XmI2lo
“KAGURABACHI” Anime World Tour Part 1 Begins!
“KAGURABACHI” Anime World Tour Special Site
https://anime.kagurabachi.jp/en/worldtour/
[Anime Expo] “Kagurabachi” Anime World Tour – World Premiere Screening at Anime Expo
Location: Los Angeles
Date & Time: Friday, July 3, 2026
4:45 – 6:05 PM PDT
Venue: Los Angeles Convention Center (Room: JW Marriott Diamond)
Details:
- Screening of the first 20 minutes of Episode 1
- Special appearance by anime cast and staff
Panel Session Guests:
Taihi Kimura (as Chihiro Rokuhira), Takuro Imamura (Editor of “Kagurabachi” Manga), Koichi Yasuda (Producer of “Kagurabachi” Anime) *Honorifics omitted
*Event details are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
Official Website: https://www.anime-expo.org
[Japan Expo] “Kagurabachi” Anime World Tour – Premiere Screening at Japan Expo
Location: Paris
Date & Time: Thursday, July 9, 2026
3:30 – 4:30 PM CEST
Venue: Parc des Expositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte (Room: Yuzu Stage)
Details:
- Screening of the first 20 minutes of Episode 1
- Special appearance by anime staff
Panel Session Guests:
Riki Azuma (Cross-Media Producer of “Kagurabachi” Manga ), Koichi Yasuda (Producer of “Kagurabachi” Anime) *Honorifics omitted
*Event details are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
Official Website: https://www.japan-expo-france.jp/
[AnimagiC] “Kagurabachi” Anime World Tour – Premiere Screening at AnimagiC
Location: Mannheim
Date & Time: Saturday, August 1, 2026
10:30 -11:00 PM CEST
Venue: Rosengarten Mannheim (Room: Mozart Hall)
Details:
- Screening of the first 20 minutes of Episode 1
*Event details are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
Official Website: https://animagic.de/
[Anime NYC 2026] “Kagurabachi” Anime World Tour – Premiere Screening at Anime NYC
Location: New York
Date & Time: Saturday, August 22, 2026 Time to be announced
Venue: Javits Convention Center (Room: Main Stage)
Details:
- Screening of the first 20 minutes of Episode 1
*Event details are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
Official Website: https://animenyc.com/
About KAGURABACHI
View Teaser Trailer:
English: https://youtu.be/pC39732i1bA
Broadcasting and Streaming information
April 2027
MUSE, and SMG HOLDINGS, among others
Introduction
A single stroke opens a new era, cutting a path from Japan to the world—
Weekly Shonen Jump‘s Neo-Japanese Sword Action series begins here!
From day one, the Kagurabachi manga has captivated fans, weaving a blood-soaked tale of revenge through breathtaking sword-fight sequences.
And now, known for its uncompromising quality, animation studio Cypic brings the story to life with jaw-dropping visuals!
Story
Flames of resolve, kindled by hatred.
Chihiro Rokuhira is a boy who aspires to become a swordsmith, and took daily training under his father Kunishige, a renowned swordsmith. Their days, once filled with laughter, are brutally torn apart by an attack from the mysterious sorcerer organization, the Hishaku.
What is stolen from them are the six Enchanted Blades—swords of immense power capable of shaping the fate of the nation—and the gentle, warm life they once shared.
From that day on, everything changed. In a world engulfed in darkness, Chihiro takes up Enten, the seventh Enchanted Blade left behind by his father, and sets out on a blood-soaked path of revenge.
Staff
Original Work: “Kagurabachi” by Takeru Hokazono (Serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump)
Director: Tetsuya Takeuchi
Character Design: Keigo Sasaki
Production: Cypic
Production Committee Leads: Shochiku & CyberAgent
Cast
Chihiro Rokuhira: Taihi Kimura
Kunishige Rokuhira: Tomokazu Seki
Official Links
– Official Website: https://anime.kagurabachi.jp/
– Official X: ＠kb_anime_en（https://x.com/kb_anime_en）
– Official TikTok: @kb_anime_en（https://www.tiktok.com/@kb_anime_en）
– Official Instagram: @kb_anime_en（https://www.instagram.com/kb_anime_en/）
Original Work
Cumulative circulation has surpassed 4 million copies (including digital editions)!
Title: Kagurabachi
Author: Takeru Hokazono
Previously Published: Available online on MANGA Plus by SHUEISHA and published in print and digital by Viz Media (English Version).
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