A New Era for the Special Vehicles Division: “Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY” Reveals Its Full Second Squad Cast!
The new anime in the Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor series, Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY, is set for a theatrical release starting May 15, 2026, and will be split into three chapters. This time, the full roster of the new Second Squad, surrounding the previously announced characters Kuga Towa (voiced by Sumire Uesaka) and Amatori Kippei (voiced by Kikunosuke Toya), has been revealed all at once. The cast will feature Ami Koshimizu, Chikahiro Kobayashi, Setsuji Satou, Yuma Matsumura, and Megumi Hayashibara.
Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY is a brand-new anime in the Patlabor series, structured as 8 episodes across 3 chapters for theatrical release. Episodes 1 through 6 will be standalone stories in an omnibus format, while episodes 7 and 8 will form a continuous narrative, bringing the greatest crisis yet for the new Second Squad.
Under the direction of Yuu Yabuki, the script and series composition is handled by Kazunori Itou, with character concepts by Masami Yuuki. Akemi Takada is also participating in costume design cooperation. It was previously announced that Sumire Uesaka would voice Kuga Towa and Kikunosuke Toya would voice Amatori Kippei.
The Story: Facing a New Technological Age
The story is set in 2030s Japan, a society grappling with a declining workforce and advancing automation through AI technology. The Labor, once a cutting-edge technology, is now an established part of the social infrastructure. However, the standalone type of Labor piloted by humans is becoming obsolete, being replaced by autonomous robots.
But even as the times change, the job of Special Vehicles Division Section 2—to protect people and the city—remains the same. With their tuned-up “AV-98Plus Ingram,” an upgraded version of the old 98式AV Ingram, the Second Squad will confront new technology-based crimes with wisdom and courage.
Meet the New Second Squad!
Now, the full lineup of the new Special Vehicles Division Section 2 Second Squad surrounding Towa and Kippei has been unveiled!
Hirata Saki, voiced by Ami Koshimizu, is the cool-headed, IT-skilled honor student type and the commander of Ingram Unit 2.
Ma Akihiko, voiced by Chikahiro Kobayashi, is the pilot of Ingram Unit 2. Ma is an old-fashioned, warm-hearted guy who acts as the squad’s skilled peacemaker.
Yanai Yuuta, voiced by Setsuji Satou, is assigned as the carrier operator for Ingram Unit 1. Yanai has a wide-ranging personality and will be an unmissable presence in various scenes. He’s affectionately called “Yana-san” by Towa.
Yuzuki Yakuma, voiced by newcomer Yuma Matsumura, is the carrier operator for Ingram Unit 2. Yuzuki is a tall character with memorable chestnut-colored short hair. In contrast to her powerful name, she’s more of a maiden-at-heart than anyone, often lightening the mood with her words and actions.
Finally, leading the Second Squad is Saaki Kimika, voiced by the legendary Megumi Hayashibara. As the squad’s captain, Saaki supports her team with both kindness and sternness, acting as the reliable big sister of the Second Squad.
With this cast gathering both talent and unique character, it’s impossible to look away from how these new characters will come to life and color the story.
Early Screening & Talk Event Announced!
It was also announced that on February 14th, an “Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY & SELECTIONS Anime Screening & Talk Live” will be held at the Musashino Public Hall as part of Anime no Musashino PRESENTS “The 4th Animusa Festival”.
This event will be the very first chance for fans to see Episode 1, “Trend is #SecondSquad,” ahead of anyone else. Following the screening, Director Yabuki, Sumire Uesaka (Kuga Towa), Kikunosuke Toya (Amatori Kippei), and J.C.STAFF board member producer Tomiji Matsukura will take the stage for a talk session blossoming with Patlabor discussion, including EZY. Expectations are high for the valuable talk that can only be heard here.
The new anime Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY will be released in theaters sequentially in three chapters, starting on May 15, 2026. We can’t wait for further updates!
Production & Cast Details
Work Overview: Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY
Episode Structure:
File 1 (Releases May 15, 2026): “Trend is #SecondSquad”, “Idleness Breeds Mischief”, “The Real Thing is Best”
File 2 (Releases August 14, 2026): “Wine and Bullets”, “A Fleeting Dream”, “Love Survival”
File 3 (Releases March 2027): “Toy Country: Part 1”, “Toy Country: Part 2”
Staff
| Presentation | HEADGEAR |
| Director | Yuu Yabuki |
| Script / Series Composition | Kazunori Itou |
| Original Character Concepts | Masami Yuuki |
| Costume Design Cooperation | Akemi Takada |
| Character Design / Chief Animation Director | Takamitsu Satou |
| Episode Director | Kouzou Kaihou |
| Mechanical Design | Kanetake Ebikawa, Toshiaki Kihara |
| Display Design | Yoshinori Sayama |
| Art Setting | Masanori Kikuchi, Yuuta Akiyama |
| Color Design | Yukiko Itou |
| Director of Photography | Yoshio Oogawachi |
| Editing | Maki Sendo (REAL-T) |
| CG Director | Hitoshi Moriizumi |
| CG Production | GAZEN, J.C.STAFF CG Dept. |
| Sound Director | Kazuhiro Wakabayashi |
| Sound Effects | Kaori Yamada |
| Sound Production | Magic Capsule |
| Music | Kenji Kawai |
| Executive Producer | Taro Maki |
| Producer | Ariya Machida |
| Animation Producer | Tomiji Matsukura (J.C.STAFF) |
| Animation Production | J.C.STAFF |
| Production | GENCO |
| Distribution | Shouchiku ODS Business Office, Bandai Namco Filmworks |
| Production Committee | Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY Seisaku Iinkai |
Cast
| Kuga Towa | Sumire Uesaka |
| Amatori Kippei | Kikunosuke Toya |
| Hirata Saki | Ami Koshimizu |
| Ma Akihiko | Chikahiro Kobayashi |
| Yanai Yuuta | Setsuji Satou |
| Yuzuki Yakuma | Yuma Matsumura |
| Saaki Kimika | Megumi Hayashibara |
(C) HEADGEAR / Kidou Keisatsu Patlabor EZY Seisaku Iinkai
《Koutarou Nakase》
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