“New video reveals opening song, cast, and staff for The Elusive Samurai Season 2, premiering on July 17”
The latest update on the second season of the television anime series based on Yūsei Matsui’s The Elusive Samurai manga reveals exciting new details. The season’s main promotional video, including the opening theme song “Onigoto” by Kento Nakajima, has been unveiled. The cast, staff, and premiere date of July 17 have also been announced.
The new season is set to air on July 17 at 11:30 p.m. on the Fuji TV network, with additional screenings on AT-X. Prime Video will be streaming the series for fans to enjoy. Asaki Yuikawa will star as Hojo Tokiyuki, and Yūichi Nakamura will play Suwa Yorishige. Joining the main cast are talented voice actors such as Hinaki Yano, Mari Hino, Sayumi Suzushiro, Aoi Yūki, and Kikunosuke Toya.
Returning for season 2 as the director is Yuta Yamazaki, known for his work on Wonder Egg Priority and Love Rice. Yasushi Nishiya will also return to design the characters and take on the role of chief animation director. The music for the series will be composed by GEMBI and Akiyuki Tateyama, promising an exciting and engaging soundtrack for viewers.
Additional staff members include Series Script Supervisor Yoriko Tomita, Assistant Director Yūsuke Kawakami, Prop Design by Yogoinu, Color Key Artist Kazuko Nakashima, Art Director Ayumi Kojima, and many more talented individuals contributing to the production.
Fans of the anime can look forward to the return of The Elusive Samurai with its gripping storyline and visually stunning animation. The first season of the anime re-aired in April 2026 on Fuji TV’s Noitamina programming block in anticipation of the second season’s debut. The first season premiered in July 2024, with Crunchyroll providing streaming services for fans worldwide.
The manga series, written by Yūsei Matsui, won the 69th Shogakukan Manga Awards in 2024. The story follows the protagonist, Tokiyuki, as he navigates the aftermath of his family’s massacre and fulfills his destiny to become the ruler of Japan. The manga was originally serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump in January 2021 and concluded on February 16.
Fans of The Elusive Samurai can look forward to the upcoming season with anticipation, set to premiere on July 17. With a talented cast, dedicated staff, and an exciting storyline, the second season promises to deliver a thrilling and unforgettable viewing experience for fans of the series.