New Cast, Staff, and Theme Songs Unveiled for Action-Packed Ninja to Gokudou Anime!
Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled ride! The official website for the highly anticipated television anime adaptation of Kondou Shinsuke’s thrilling manga, Ninja to Gokudou (also known as Ninja vs. Gokudo), has just dropped a treasure trove of exciting new details. Fans can look forward to discovering additional cast members, key staff behind the production, and the powerful theme songs that will set the tone for this action-packed series. Mark your calendars, as Ninja to Gokudou is set to make its grand premiere on October 8 at 1:59 a.m. on NTV, with a follow-up broadcast on BS-NTV. For viewers around the globe, the entire series will be exclusively available for streaming worldwide on Amazon Prime Video.
Meet the Voices Behind the Action
The cast for Ninja to Gokudou is absolutely stacked with incredible talent, promising to bring these characters to life with unforgettable performances. Prepare to hear some of your favorite seiyuu lend their voices to this thrilling new series:
| Character | Voice Actor | Notable Roles |
|---|---|---|
| Kaiza Akiba | Ootsuka Houchuu | Golden Kamuy |
| Nodoka Matsumoto | Uchida Yuuma | Jujutsu Kaisen |
| Shiki Yamada | Hanazawa Kana | Kimetsu no Yaiba |
| Sako Hasegawa | Furukawa Makoto | One Punch Man |
| Uryuu Yagi | Yasumoto Hiroki | Bleach |
| Tome Odaka | Iguchi Yuka | Re:Zero kara Hajimeru Isekai Seikatsu |
| Kousei Yuzawa | Mamiya Yasuhiro | Vigilante: Boku no Hero Academia Illegals |
| Hiroki Yajima | Koyasu Takehito | Shingeki no Kyojin |
| Anatomi Kurita | Sugita Tomokazu | Gintama |
| Hanako Saitou | Kusunoki Taiten | Enen no Shouboutai |
| Maya Kohara | Noto Mamiko | Akame ga Kill! |
| Zanzou Kasai | Morikawa Toshiyuki, Ono Kensho, Higashiuchi Mariko, Sanpei Yuuki, Machiyama Serina, Oota Volcano, Kanemoto Hisako | JoJo no Kimyou na Bouken Part 4: Diamond wa Kudakenai, Bungou Stray Dogs, Kabukichou Sherlock, 5-toubun no Hanayome ∬, Boku no Hero Academia 3rd Season, Great Pretender, Kage no Jitsuryokusha ni Naritakute! |
The Visionaries Behind the Scenes
Bringing a manga to life is a massive undertaking, and Ninja to Gokudou boasts an impressive team of creative minds. Helmed by an experienced director and featuring talents across various departments, this anime is set to deliver a high-quality adaptation:
| Role | Staff Member | Notable Works |
|---|---|---|
| Director | Watanabe Toshinori | Fairy Tail: 100-nen Quest |
| Series Composition | Oochi Keiichirou | Sentai Daishikkaku |
| Character Design | Matsutake Tokuyuki | Dimension W |
| Art Director | Arai Kazuhiro | Raise wa Tanin ga Ii |
| Color Design | Kadowaki Yuka | Re:Monster |
| CG Director | Ooshima Shinsuke | Oooku |
| Director of Photography | Koshiyama Asahiko | Kengan Ashura |
| Editing | Matsubara Rie | Vanitas no Karte |
| Sound Director | Aketagawa Jin | Wind Breaker |
| Production | Good Smile Film |
The series is being directed by Watanabe Toshinori at the renowned Studio Deen, known for their diverse range of animated projects.
The Soundtrack: Setting the Mood
Every great anime needs a powerful soundtrack, and Ninja to Gokudou is set to deliver with its dynamic theme songs. The musical talent attached promises an auditory experience that perfectly complements the series’ thrilling narrative:
- Opening Theme: “Sweet Disaster” performed by the incredible singer-songwriter and guitarist MIYAVI, who has also lent his talent to titles like Kokkoku and Code Geass: Dakkan no Roze.
- Ending Theme: “Until You Die Out” brought to you by the high-energy electronicore band Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas, well-known for their contributions to anime such as Kiseijuu and Hunter x Hunter (2011).
The Manga’s Journey: From Pages to Screen
The anime adaptation is based on Kondou Shinsuke’s seinen action manga, Ninja to Gokudou, which first captivated readers when it began serialization on the Comic Days website and app back in January 2020. Since then, its popularity has steadily grown, with Kodansha publishing the 15th volume on May 14.
For international fans eager to dive into the original story, Kodansha USA has licensed the manga for English release. They began their release in July 2023, with the eighth volume hitting shelves on July 15. The ninth volume is already on the horizon, scheduled for release on September 16, so there’s plenty of material to catch up on before the anime’s premiere!
