Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho Anime Adaptation Premieres in Summer 2024

Director Kazuya Aiura and the Talented Team Behind the Production

Kazuya Aiura, known for directing ‘Assassin’s Pride,’ will be at the helm as the director of ‘Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho.’ Joining him is a team of highly skilled individuals who will bring this captivating story to life.

Deko Akao, who worked on ‘Doctor Elise: The Royal Lady with the Lamp,’ will be responsible for the series composition. Tarou Ikegami, renowned for his work on ‘Legend of Mana The Teardrop Crystal,’ will handle the character designs. The music composition will be done by MONACA’s Ryuuichi Takada, Keiichi Hirokawa, and Kuniyuki Takahashi, who previously collaborated on ‘Shangri-La Frontier.’ The animation production studio responsible for the project is Yokohama Animation Lab.

Meet the Main Cast Members

The main cast members for ‘Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho’ have also been announced. Taku Yashiro will voice the character Jinta, while Reina Ueda will portray Suzune. Saori Hayami will lend her voice to Shirayuki, bringing these characters to life with their talent and dedication.

The Captivating Story of ‘Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho’

‘Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho’ is based on the light novels written by Motoo Nakanishi and illustrated by Tamaki. This fantasy series takes place in feudal Japan and gradually transitions into more modern times, offering a unique blend of historical and supernatural elements.

The story revolves around a shrine in the mountain village of Kadono, which has had an Itsukihime, a shrine maiden, and her guardian for generations. During the Edo period, a young man named Jinta becomes the protector of the town and Itsukihime. He encounters a strange demon in the nearby forest, who warns him of a future threat posed by a Demon God. The demon claims that the rise of the Demon God originates from the village of Kadono, setting Jinta on a centuries-spanning journey to seek justice for his losses and find a reason to continue fighting.

The Popularity and Expansion of ‘Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho’

The light novel series of ‘Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho’ began in 2019 and concluded in November 2023 with its 14th and final volume. The popularity of the books has led to a manga adaptation by Yuu Satomi as well as a stage play, further expanding the reach of this captivating story.

‘Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho’ originated as a web novel, initially published on Arcadia and later on Shousetsuka ni Narou, captivating readers with its unique blend of fantasy, action, and historical elements.

Experience the Epic Battle Against Darkness

Fans of the ‘Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentosho’ light novel series and newcomers alike can look forward to the anime adaptation in the Summer 2024 season. With its captivating story, talented cast and crew, and stunning animation, this series promises to deliver an epic battle against the forces of darkness across different eras.

Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to embark on a thrilling journey with Jinta as he seeks justice and fights to protect his village from the rise of the Demon God.