Kingdom 6th Season Reveals Exciting New Cast!
An Epic Return for Kingdom!
The official website for the highly anticipated Kingdom anime series has just dropped some thrilling news! Fans can rejoice as the main visual for the sixth season has been unveiled, alongside the reveal of five brand-new cast members. Mark your calendars, because this new season is set to premiere on October 5 at 12:10 a.m. on NHK TV, promising more historical action and drama.
Meet the New Voices Joining the Ranks!
Get ready to hear some fresh talent bringing new characters to life. Here’s a look at the newly announced voice cast members and some of their notable previous roles:
| Character | Voice Actor | Notable Roles |
|---|---|---|
| Ako | Takeda Kouji | Baki |
| Mako | Matsumoto Dai | Naruto |
| Akakin | Tachibana Shinnosuke | Kuroshitsuji |
| Kitari | Nanjou Yoshino | Ijiranaide, Nagatoro-san 2nd Attack |
| Katari | Mizunaka Masaaki | Tsue to Tsurugi no Wistoria |
A Change in Voice for Kanjou
In a bittersweet announcement, it has been confirmed that Tanzawa Teruyuki, known for his work in series like Haikyuu!! 3rd Season, will be stepping into the role of Kanjou. He will be replacing Fujiwara Takahiro, who is unfortunately stepping down due to health reasons. We wish Fujiwara-san a swift recovery and look forward to Tanzawa-san’s portrayal of Kanjou.
The Masterminds Behind the Scenes Are Back!
Fans will be thrilled to know that the creative team behind the previous successful seasons is largely returning to bring this new installment to life. Imaizumi Kenichi, celebrated for his direction in shows like Katekyou Hitman Reborn, is once again at the helm, directing the sixth season. The animation will be handled by the talented teams at Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost, ensuring the high-quality visuals fans expect.
Here’s a look at the key returning staff members:
| Role | Name | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|
| Director | Imaizumi Kenichi | Katekyou Hitman Reborn |
| Series Composer | Takagi Noboru | Golden Kamuy |
| Character Designer | Abe Hisashi | Dead Mount Death Play |
| Music Composer | Yamamoto Kohta | Tougen Anki |
| Music Composer | Sawano Hiroyuki | Solo Leveling |
From Manga Pages to Animated Epic
The Kingdom anime saga is a vibrant adaptation of Hara Yasuhisa’s immensely popular historical action manga. This captivating series first began its serialization way back in January 2006 in the pages of Weekly Shounen Jump, captivating readers with its epic battles and compelling characters. The manga continues to thrive, with its 76th volume recently published by Shueisha on July 17.
For international fans, VIZ Media has secured the English licensing rights for the manga, with plans to release the first volume on November 11, 2025. This is fantastic news for those who wish to dive into the original source material and experience the full scope of this grand narrative.
Source: animate Times
