Sword of the Demon Hunter Anime Unveils New Cast & Exciting Theme Song Artists
Discover the exciting new cast members Toshihiko Seki, Kenichirou Matsuda, and Kazuya Nakai joining the Bakumatsu arc—don't miss this epic adventure!
New Cast Announced for Sword of the Demon Hunter Bakumatsu Arc
The official website for the upcoming Sword of the Demon Hunter anime has revealed exciting new details about the series' Bakumatsu arc, which will start with episode 14. The announcement includes new character voices, theme songs, and a striking visual for this pivotal part of the story.
Meet the New Characters
- Yasuhide Hatakeyama, voiced by Toshihiko Seki
- Tsurauchi, voiced by Kenichirō Matsuda
- Kiichi Okada, voiced by Kazuya Nakai
These characters add depth to the series as it explores the tumultuous Bakumatsu period.
Visuals and Music
A new key visual showcases the intense atmosphere of the arc. The series' opening theme is performed by Alexandros with their song "Ash," while the ending theme "Enrin" is by FAKE TYPE. The visual below captures the mood of this exciting chapter:
Series Premiere and Streaming
The Bakumatsu arc begins airing on July 14. The anime originally premiered with a special one-hour episode on March 3 on Tokyo MX, followed by broadcasts on BS Fuji and MBS. From April 7, new episodes aired weekly on Tokyo MX at midnight JST, with subsequent broadcasts on MBS and BS Fuji.
HIDIVE is streaming the series, starting March 31 with a one-hour special episode, with episodes available every Monday at 11:00 a.m. EDT.
Series Background
Based on Moto'o Nakanishi's novel series, Sword of the Demon Hunter follows Jinta, a young swordsman who must confront a demon threatening his village and uncover shocking truths across different eras. The series' manga adaptation by Yu Satomi is also available, published by Futabasha in Monthly Action magazine.
Production Team
- Director: Kazuya Aiura (also known for Assassins Pride)
- Series Scripts: Deko Akao
- Character Design: Tarō Ikegami
- Music: Ryuuichi Takada, Keiichi Hirokawa, Kuniyuki Takahashi (from MONACA)
Theme Songs
- Opening: "Ash" by Alexandros
- Ending: "Sen-ya Ichi-ya feat. Izumi Nakasone" by Hilcrhyme
About the Series
Set during the Edo era, the story follows Jinta and his sister as they flee their home, leading to a journey through time to confront a demon and face his own dark nature. The series explores themes of heroism, destiny, and the battle between good and evil.
Sources: kijin-anime.com, Comic Natalie