The beloved Yaiba anime, which captured the hearts of many in 1993, is set for a triumphant return to the anime scene. As previously announced, the manga by the creator of Detective Conan will be adapted into a new anime series.
On September 4, 2024, the official Yaiba Anime website announced that the new series would be titled ‘Shin Samurai-den Yaiba.’ The website also revealed exciting details about this upcoming adaptation, which we will outline below.
Release Date and Streaming Information
— Crunchyroll (@Crunchyroll) September 4, 2024
While an exact release date for the new Yaiba anime has not yet been confirmed, the anticipated release window is likely to be either fall 2024 or summer 2025.
Crunchyroll is expected to stream the anime upon its release, following their previous acknowledgment of the Yaiba remake. Fans can expect more detailed streaming information as the project progresses under the leadership of a major studio.
🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻 “Shin Samurai Den YAIBA” will be made into a TV anime! 🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻The teaser visual has been released, depicting Yaiba holding the Raijin Sword with the Kaminarimon behind him⚡️ https://t.co/8hPRxuPYi6 #YAIBA #GoshoAoyamapic.twitter.com /LQtxY0ipGy
— TV anime “Shin Samurai Den YAIBA” official (@YAIBA_PR) September 4, 2024
The vibrant teaser visual, revealed on September 4, 2024, provides a glimpse into the animation style and quality we can expect from the new series.
Exciting Trailer of the Anime
🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺 “Shin Samurai Den YAIBA” teaser PV released🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻🔺🔻⚔Original work: #Gosho Aoyama “YAIBA” (Published by Shogakukan “Shonen Sunday Comics”)⚔Director: #Takahiro Hasui⚔Character design/Chief animation director: #Yoshinobu Kameda⚔Music : #Yutaka Yamada⚔Animation production: #WITSTUDIO https://t.co/8hPRxuPYi6 pic.twitter.com/b1kEm6lIOb
— TV anime “Shin Samurai Den YAIBA” official (@YAIBA_PR) September 4, 2024
With animation by Studio Wit, the trailer showcases main characters Yaiba, Sayaka, and Takeshi. It promises an upgrade in quality compared to the original 1993 series.
The trailer highlights Yaiba Kurogane’s journey in modern-day Tokyo, driven by his ambition to be the strongest samurai. It also teases a confrontation between Yaiba and Takeshi Onimaru.
Main Voice Actors and Staff
The voice cast for the key characters in the upcoming anime includes:
| Character | Voice Actor | Notable Roles |
| Yaiba Kurogane | Minami Takayama | Conan Edogawa (Detective Conan), Kiki (Kiki’s Delivery Service) |
| Sayaka Mine | Schedule You | Akane ( Oshi no Ko ), Tohru ( Fruits Basket ) |
| Takeshi Onimaru | Yoshimasa Hosoya | Reiner (Attack on Titan), Graham (Doctor Elise) |
The primary production staff includes:
| Position | Staff | Other Works |
| Director | Takahiro Hasui | Kekkai Sensen, Mob Psycho 100 |
| Script Writer | Touko Machida | 7th Time Loop, 7 Seeds |
| Character Designer and Chief Animation Director | Yoshimichi Kameda | Mob Psycho 100 |
| Music Composition | Yutaka Yamada, Yoshiaki Dewa | Vinland Saga, Hell’s Paradise |
Plot of the Upcoming Anime
Based on the Japanese manga by Gosho Aoyama, Yaiba tells the story of a young boy living a secluded life with his father in the forest, aspiring to be a samurai through rigorous training.
His life takes a turn when he moves to Japan, where he must adapt to a civilized society. Along the way, he befriends the Mine family, notably his best friend Sayaka, and encounters the legendary Musashi Miyamoto. With the help of his magical sword and new friends, Yaiba embarks on numerous adventures and battles against evil.
Yaiba is a character often referenced in Detective Conan, and the original anime series aired for 52 episodes from 1993 to 1994. This new remake will carry the influence of Gosho Aoyama.
About Shin Samurai-den Yaiba
Yaiba is a Japanese manga series created by Gosho Aoyama, serialized in Shogakukan‘s shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Sunday from September 1988 to December 1993, encompassing 24 volumes.
The series follows the journey of Yaiba Kurogane, a young samurai inspired by the legendary Miyamoto Musashi. This samurai sets off on adventures with his companions after his rival acquires the Legendary Demon Blade.
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