The autumn anime TANK CHAIR -Sensha Isu- (戦車椅子) has revealed the synopsis and advance scene cuts for its first episode. The series is scheduled to begin on October 4, 2026, on TOKYO MX, BS11 and other channels.
A Dark Hero Action from Yashiro Gaku’s Manga
Based on Yashiro Gaku’s manga TANK CHAIR -Sensha Isu- (戦車椅子), serialized in Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Sirius, the series has surpassed 1 million copies in circulation worldwide. It is described as a violence action story led by a ruthless dark hero.
The anime is directed and written by Yoshihira "Tady" Naohiro, who also handles series composition and script, alongside director and scriptwriter Andou Hiroaki. Animation production is handled by Polygon Pictures.
Story
Taira Nagi was once the strongest assassin. After shielding his sister Taira Shizuka from gunfire, he lost consciousness and now lives in a wheelchair. The condition for his awakening is to have killing intent directed at him. Shizuka believes that "extraordinary killing intent" will fully awaken Nagi, and she takes her brother to face powerful enemies as part of his "rehabilitation." The story is set in a ruined city and features violence action against distinctive enemies, along with a unique bond between the siblings.
Episode 1 Preview
Taira Nagi, once the strongest assassin, protected his sister Taira Shizuka and has not regained consciousness, living in a wheelchair.
Shizuka works as an intermediary for assassins, accepting assassination requests and taking her brother to the battlefield under the name of "rehabilitation."
Wishing for her brother’s complete awakening, Shizuka accepts a request to eliminate Arashiyama Gorou, the boss of a vicious robbery gang.
TANK CHAIR -Sensha Isu- will air from October 4 (Sun) on TOKYO MX, BS11 and others.
Cast
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Taira Nagi | Uchiyama Kouki |
| Taira Shizuka | Fujitera Minori |
| Kurosaka Naosumi | Kajiwara Gakuto |
| Kurosaka Touko | Hayami Saori |
| Dr. Radio | Amami Yurina |
| Uzu | Satou Gen |
| Sensei | Ogata Megumi |
| Arashiyama Gorou | Hiyama Nobuyuki |
| Takamu Ryou | Ootsuka Houchuu |
| YOSHITSUNE | Inada Tetsu |
Staff
| Role | Staff |
|---|---|
| Director / Series Composition / Script | Yoshihira "Tady" Naohiro |
| Director / Script | Andou Hiroaki |
| Character Design | Moriyama Yuuki |
| Production Design | Teshigawara Kazuma |
| CG Supervisor | Kawamura Kousuke |
| Modeling Supervisor | Seo Daiki |
| Environment Supervisor | Hirata Tsubasa |
| Rigging Supervisor | Kawano Mai |
| Look Development Supervisor | Takizawa Shinnosuke |
| Layout / Animation Supervisors | Izawa Kazukatsu, Okajima Shou, Tezuka Shougo |
| BG Setup Supervisor | Suetsugu Iori |
| Art Director | Matsumoto Yoshikatsu |
| Color Design | Noji Hironou |
| Effect Supervisor | Sudou Taichi |
| Motion Graphics Supervisor | Kuwahara Tatsuya |
| Lighting & Compositing Supervisor | Tadokoro Kaoru |
| Editing | Sasa Hiroaki |
| Sound Director | Tsuchiya Masaki |
| Sound Effects | Kurahashi Hiromune |
| Music | Yokoyama Masaru |
| Animation Production | Polygon Pictures |
Music
- Opening Theme: SiM "DALALA"
- Ending Theme: Daoko "SYNC"
©Yashiro Gaku・Kodansha／TANK CHAIR Production Committee
Broadcast Information
| Channel | Start Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| TOKYO MX | October 4, 2026 (Sun) | Every Sunday 23:00 |
| BS11 | October 4, 2026 (Sun) | Every Sunday 24:30 |
| CBC | October 5, 2026 (Mon) | Every Monday 25:37 |
| MBS | October 6, 2026 (Tue) | Every Tuesday 27:00 |
| AT-X | October 6, 2026 (Tue) | Every Tuesday 22:00 |
Broadcast dates and times may change without notice.
Streaming
Fastest unlimited streaming: Prime Video from October 4, 2026 (Sun), every Sunday at 23:30.
Unlimited streaming: From October 7, 2026 (Wed), every Wednesday at 23:30, starting sequentially: Anime Hodai, FOD, J:COM STREAM, TELASA, d Anime Store, DMM TV, Niconico Channel, Bandai Channel, Hulu, milplus Subscription Pack Prime, U-NEXT.
Pay-per-view: From October 7, 2026 (Wed), every Wednesday at 23:30, starting sequentially. Price: HD/SD 220 yen (tax included). Viewing time: 72 hours. Services: Kantele Doga, J:COM STREAM, TELASA, Niconico Channel, HAPPY! Doga, Bandai Channel, Video Market, music.jp, milplus, Movie Full.
Streaming start dates, times, periods, prices, and viewing times may differ by service. Please check with each service.
Original Manga
The original manga TANK CHAIR -Sensha Isu- by Yashiro Gaku is serialized in Kodansha’s Monthly Shonen Sirius. The Japanese collected volumes include volume 1 and volume 11, each priced at ￥792 (prices and stock status as of article publication).
