Why Watch
"Subverting folkloric warfare, this dark urban fantasy pits legendary bloodlines against modern corruption in explosive, stylish fashion."
Tone: Supernatural, Gritty, High-Octane Action
AI Critic Analysis
Series Deep Dive:
A kinetic deconstruction of the classic Momotaro myth, TOUGEN ANKI escalates the generational war between the Oni and the Momotaro corps. Anchored by ferocious animation and sharp urban mythology, Season 2 intensifies the personal stakes for Shiki Ichinose. As competing factions clash, this adaptation of Yura Urushibara's hit manga delivers exceptional battle design while questioning inherited dogma, establishing itself as a standout dark fantasy on Nippon TV.
Analysis Refined:March 2026
Scheduled next refinement: in 176 days
Season: 2
| Watched? | # | Air Date | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1 | Oct 02, 2026 | 修行開始 | |
| E2 | Oct 09, 2026 | 強さへの道すじ | |
| E3 | Oct 16, 2026 | 意義 | |
| E4 | Oct 23, 2026 | 鬼神の子「等々力颯」 | |
| E5 | Oct 30, 2026 | 新天血 | |
| E6 | Nov 06, 2026 | TBA | |
| E7 | Nov 13, 2026 | TBA | |
| E8 | Nov 20, 2026 | TBA | |
| E9 | Nov 27, 2026 | TBA | |
| E10 | Dec 04, 2026 | TBA | |
| E11 | Dec 11, 2026 | TBA | |
| E12 | Dec 18, 2026 | TBA | |
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Scheduling Insights - Seasonal Series
Release Window: Summer to Fall
TOUGEN ANKI has maintained a steady Annual rhythm, typically returning in July. The dark fantasy anime debuted on Nippon TV's Friday Anime Night block in July 2025, broadcasting two consecutive cours through December. Following this broadcast, production quickly advanced into its next installment, TOUGEN ANKI: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc, which premiered in October 2026. The franchise maintains an annual rollout pace, transitioning between summer and autumn broadcast seasons on Nippon TV's late-night programming schedule.
Oracle Insights Refined:October 2026
Scheduled next refinement: in 286 days
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Technical Details
- Network: Nippon TV
- Seasons: 2
- Years: 2025 - 2026
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation, Anime, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
- Rating: TV-MA
Frequently Asked Questions
TOUGEN ANKI airs domestically in Japan on Nippon TV. International broadcast and streaming distributions are handled through licensed partner platforms.
TOUGEN ANKI aligns with the standard anime broadcast calendar, targeting regular seasonal cour windows such as the Summer or Fall lineup. Broadcast scheduling details follow Nippon TV programming blocks.
The series maintains continuing production status following its adaptation order. Official announcements regarding subsequent episode blocks and cycles are released via the production committee and Nippon TV.
The series follows typical Japanese television anime production standards, commonly receiving orders of 12 to 13 episodes per single cour or 24 episodes for a split-cour run. Official listings confirm the exact count per broadcast block.
Episodes stream across major anime streaming services concurrently with or shortly after the Nippon TV Japanese television broadcast. Specific regional platforms vary by territory and licensing rights.
FAQ Refined:October 2026
Scheduled next refinement: in 343 days