In a recent announcement accompanied by a teaser trailer, Netflix revealed that the fan-favorite Sakamoto Days will receive an anime adaptation, scheduled to premiere on its platform in January 2025. TMS Entertainment, known for its work on popular series like Detective Conan, Dr. Stone, and most recently, Undead Unluck, will handle the animation.
Creative Team Behind the Series
According to sources, Masaki Watanabe will direct the series, while You Moriyama will design the characters. The show will air on TV Tokyo. Tomokazu Sugita, renowned for voicing characters like Gintoki from Gintama and Gyomei from Demon Slayer, will lend his voice to the main character, Taro Sakamoto.
Sakamoto Days Manga Success
With over 5 million copies in circulation, Sakamoto Days stands out as one of the most entertaining ongoing mangas in Weekly Shōnen Jump since its debut on November 21, 2020. As it successfully completes three years and approaches its fourth anniversary, it ranked as the 17th most-selling manga in 2023. By September 2024, the series will have released over 18 volumes and more than 180 chapters.
Plot Summary of Sakamoto Days
Sakamoto Days follows the story of Taro Sakamoto, a legendary hitman who once dominated his field with fearsome skills. However, everything changes when he meets a girl named Aoi, falls in love, and chooses to leave behind his violent lifestyle. Aoi encourages him to stop killing and focus on helping others, which prompts Sakamoto to retire and open a small store. He dedicates his life to assisting those in need as a way to atone for his past sins, a choice heavily supported by his wife.
Despite his efforts to embrace a peaceful life, Sakamoto’s tranquility shatters when he becomes a target due to his infamous history. As threats emerge, his former friend Shin, also a skilled hitman, steps in to assist him. Together, they embark on a thrilling adventure filled with action to protect Sakamoto’s family from the dangers of his past.
This series masterfully blends intense action, humor, and a compelling narrative, offering audiences a wealth of exciting battles and poignant moments. Fans can anticipate an adventurous and entertaining experience when the anime finally premieres!
Anticipated Release and Episode Count
While a specific release date has not been announced yet, the Sakamoto Days anime adaptation is scheduled to premiere sometime in January 2025, with expectations leaning toward a mid- to late-January release based on sources. Given the ample source material available, fans are hopeful that Netflix will produce a standard 24-episode season. However, considering the current trend of single-cour anime hits this year, such as Kaiju No. 8 and Windbreaker, it remains uncertain how many episodes the series will feature.
Following the adaptation of DANDADAN later this year, Sakamoto Days is poised to maintain the momentum established by Kaiju No. 8 and other successful titles, and judging by the teaser, it promises to be a thrilling hit for action fans worldwide.
“Exciting news! Sakamoto Days is getting an anime adaptation! 🎉 With its perfect mix of action and comedy, we can’t wait to see Taro Sakamoto’s hilarious yet thrilling adventures come to life. Let the countdown begin!”