Kadokawa has announced that Keiso's light novel series, Ishura, will be adapted into an anime set to premiere on February 12, 2023. The announcement also revealed the two main characters and their respective cast members, sparking curiosity and anticipation among fans. Further details, including the release date and other important information, were later unveiled on December 3, 2023.
The Ishura anime is scheduled to debut on TOKYO MX in Japan on January 3, 2024, at 11:00 pm JST. Following its initial broadcast, the anime will also be aired on 21 other prominent networks, such as BS Nippon Television, Sun TV, and KBS Kyoto. Additionally, sajou no hana will be performing the opening song "Shura no Otoshite" (Japanese: 修羅に堕として), which translates to "Falling into the Carnage."
Ishura anime worldwide premiere release date and time
Konomi Suzuki is set to perform the ending theme song Hakka (Japanese: 白花) for Ishura, also known as White Flower in English. Dive into the article to discover more about the series.
Ishura is set to debut globally on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at 6:30 am PT. The slight delay of thirty minutes from its release in Japan is due to the addition of English subtitles. Below are the release dates and times for all regions, along with their corresponding timezones:
Timezone | Date | Time |
Pacific Time | Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 6:30 am |
Central Time | Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 8:30 am |
Eastern Time | Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 9:30 am |
Greenwich Mean Time | Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 2:30 pm |
Indian Standard Time | Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 8 pm |
Central European Summer Time | Wednesday, January 3, 2024 | 3:30 pm |
Australian Central Daylight Time | Thursday, January 4, 2024 | 1 am |
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Ishura anime cast and characters
The anime was announced to be available worldwide on DisneyPlus, making it the exclusive streaming platform for Ishura. Other major streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Crunchyroll have not yet added the series to their collection.
During the anime announcement, Kadokawa unveiled two key cast members. Yuuki Kaji, famous for voicing Eren Yeager in Attack on Titan, will take on the role of Soujiro the Willow Sword, the main protagonist in the series. The character of Yuno the Distant will be portrayed by Reina Ueda, who is recognized for her role as Kanao Tsuyuri in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
The complete list of other cast members and the characters they will be playing in the series are:
Jun Fukuyama as Alus the Star Runner
Akio Ohtsuka as Harghent the Still
Romi Park as Taren the Punished
Sōichiro Hoshi as Dakai the Magpie
Showtaro Morikubo as Regnejee the Wings of Sunset
Sora Amamiya as Curte of the Fair Skies
Aoi Yūki as Kia the World Word
Mamiko Noto as Elea the Red Tag
Rie Takahashi as Nihilo the Vortical Stampede
Kōichi Yamadera as Shalk the Sound Slicer
Nobuhiko Okamoto as Hidow the Clamp
Takehito Koyasu as Jelki the Swift Ink
Tomokazu Sugita as Higuare the Pelagic
Yumiri Hanamori as Lana the Moon Tempest
Shinichiro Miki as Kuze the Passing Disaster
Yui Horie as Nastique the Quiet Singer
About the series
Ishura, originally a web novel by Keiso, made its debut on the Kakuyomu novel website in June 2017. The series was later acquired by ASCII Media Works and released under their Dengeki no Shin Bungei imprint. As of October 2023, eight volumes of the light novel have been published.
Yen Press has acquired the global English release rights for the series, and this is the description of its plot:
"After the demise of the Demon King, a new generation of demigods with the power to defeat him has emerged: a master fencer with the ability to assess and defeat opponents with a single glance; a lancer so fast they can surpass the speed of sound; a rogue wyvern fighter wielding three legendary weapons simultaneously; an immensely powerful wizard capable of manifesting thoughts into reality; and an angelic assassin able to deliver instant death."
Continuing their quest for the title of "One True Hero," these champions eagerly seek out challenges against powerful enemies and even create conflicts themselves. The ultimate battle to determine the strongest among them is on the horizon. More information about the anime, including the number of episodes, new characters, and other important details, will be unveiled in due time.
Stay tuned for more news and updates on Ishura anime and light novel series.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I'm thrilled about the upcoming anime adaptation of Ishura. The light novel series has captivated me with its intricate plot and compelling characters, and I can't wait to see it come to life on screen. The release date of January 3, 2024, can't come soon enough!
The announcement of the main cast members, Yuuki Kaji and Reina Ueda, has further piqued my interest. Kaji's portrayal of Eren Yeager in Attack on Titan was nothing short of iconic, and I'm confident he'll bring the same level of intensity and emotion to the role of Soujiro the Willow Sword. Ueda's performance as Kanao Tsuyuri in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba showcased her versatility and range, making her an excellent choice for the character of Yuno the Distant.