In a riveting preview unveiled on Monday, January 22, 2024, Adult Swim teased fans with an exclusive look at the highly anticipated anime, “Ninja Kamui.” The official English trailer, now available on their YouTube channel, provided a two-minute sneak peek into the intense and action-packed narrative that awaits viewers when the anime premieres in February 2024.
The trailer, a testament to Adult Swim’s commitment to a diverse audience, confirmed a dual presentation approach for “Ninja Kamui.” The anime will debut with an English dub, followed by the original Japanese version with English subtitles just three hours later. Both versions will be available for streaming on the Max service the day after their broadcast.
What sets “Ninja Kamui” apart is its status as an entirely original creation by Adult Swim and Sunghoo Park, offering fans a unique storyline with no pre-existing source material. Despite the absence of a manga or light novel foundation, enthusiasts can anticipate an immersive experience, complemented by the promise of a video game adaptation titled “Ninja Kamui: Shinobi Origins” set to launch in Spring 2024.
The trailer introduces the series’ protagonist, Joe Higan, a former ninja seeking vengeance for the tragic murder of his family. As the preview unfolds, it unveils Joe’s relentless pursuit of retribution, revealing that his adversaries form a covert organization in league with the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Adult Swim has scheduled the premiere of “Ninja Kamui” on its Saturday Toonami programming block, set to air on February 10 at 12 AM Eastern Standard Time, effectively transitioning into Sunday, February 11. The English-dubbed version will kick off the broadcast at midnight, followed by the Japanese audio version with English subtitles at 3 AM EST.
Sunghoo Park directs the anime series at his newly established studio, E&H Production, in collaboration with Sola Entertainment. Takeshi Okazaki takes on character design duties. Described by Adult Swim as a gripping tale of revenge, “Ninja Kamui” sets the stage for a thrilling and action-packed viewing experience.
