The upcoming anime The Shiunji Family Children, based on Reiji Miyajima’s manga, has stirred excitement with the reveal of its latest character visual, featuring Kotono Shiunji, voiced by Kana Ichinose.
Kotono’s introduction wraps up a week of daily character visuals for each of the Shiunji family’s younger members, building up to the anime’s anticipated premiere in 2025.
Directed by Ryoki Kamitsubo, known for Hidamari Sketch, and produced by Doga Kobo, this series is positioned to capture viewers with its mix of family bonds and complex relationships.
The creative team includes Noboru Kimura as the series composer, bringing experience from works like Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture, and Miki Muto, who oversees character designs and animation.
The Shiunji Family Children centers around the Shiunji siblings, two sons and five daughters, each uniquely intelligent and beautiful, backed by the wealth and influence of their father.
Their presence in society often sparks attention and admiration, making them the talk of the town.
The story follows the eldest son, Arata, who is caught between his family responsibilities and the antics of his lively siblings, particularly his sisters.
Although Arata faces constant teasing and challenging situations with his family, his loyalty remains unwavering as he places their happiness above everything else.
The family’s dynamic takes a turn when Arata’s youngest sister turns fifteen, an age marking new discoveries and realizations.
Their father chooses this moment to reveal a shocking family secret that changes the way Arata views his relationships with his siblings.
The Shiunji Family Children (Doga Kobo)
This revelation is not only unexpected but shatters Arata’s understanding of his family, forcing him to reevaluate his role as the eldest brother and the nature of his bonds with each sibling.
The series promises to go through how Arata processes this secret and how it affects his dedication to his family.
In addition to family connections, The Shiunji Family Children will go through themes of forbidden and unyielding love, challenging typical family and societal norms.
The story seems to walk a fine line between family bonds and deeper, sometimes uncomfortable, emotional complexities, promising a unique blend of drama and introspection.
The Shiunji family members, each with their individual quirks and depth, will be central to the anime’s exploration of these layered relationships, making it a unique watch for anime fans.
Reiji Miyajima, known for his ability to portray characters with layered emotions, collaborates with Reiji Yukino, who provides illustration support for the manga.
Since its debut in Young Animal magazine in February 2022, the manga has gained a solid following for its art and storytelling.
With the English publication handled by Yen Press, the story has reached a broader audience, introducing readers worldwide to the fascinating dynamics of the Shiunji family.
As The Shiunji Family Children prepares to make its mark in 2025, fans of the manga and new viewers alike can look forward to seeing how the anime adaptation handles the intricate family dynamics and emotional tensions that have defined the story.
The character visuals released so far hint at a visually engaging adaptation that seeks to do justice to the characters and the story’s unique mix of affection, loyalty, and forbidden love.
The upcoming Sakamoto Days anime, based on Yuuto Suzuki’s manga, has released its main promotional video and key visual, showcasing the energy and action fans can expect.
This preview, which includes the anime’s theme song, Hashire Sakamoto (Run, Sakamoto), by singer-songwriter Vaundy, reveals both the January 11 TV premiere in Japan and confirms the anime’s run across two cours.
While the anime will debut on TV Tokyo and related networks in January, its Netflix release is set for later that same month, although the exact date remains unconfirmed on the website.
The anime is set to span six months, with its second part scheduled to air in July 2025.
The story follows Taro Sakamoto, a former elite assassin who leaves the deadly world behind to start a family and live peacefully.
However, his quiet life is anything but ordinary, as he protects his loved ones from the dangers of his past.
Tomokazu Sugita brings the character of Taro to life, supported by Nobunaga Shimazaki as Shin Asakura, a mind-reading psychic and former partner.
Alongside them is Ayane Sakura as Lu Shaotang, a former mafia member skilled in Tai Chi, Nao Toyama as Aoi Sakamoto, Taro’s supportive wife, and Ryota Suzuki as Heisuke Mashimo, a sniper with an unusual skill for ricochet shots.
The series introduces the elite task force, ORDER, with members like Nagumo (voiced by Natsuki Hanae) and Shishiba (voiced by Taku Yashiro), each bringing unique combat skills to the screen.
Shishiba wields a nail hammer, while his partner, Osaragi (played by Saori Hayami), uses an electric saw.
This specialized team adds an exciting element to the series, creating a cast of complex characters with distinct abilities and backgrounds, bringing variety to the action-comedy.
Masaki Watanabe directs the anime at TMS Entertainment, known for works like KADO – The Right Answer and Bartender, bringing experience in both action and introspective storytelling.
Sakamoto Days (TMS Entertainment)
Taku Kishimoto, whose previous projects include Haikyu!! and Moriarty the Patriot, manages the series composition.
Character designs are handled by Yō Moriyama, who worked on Lupin the IIIrd films, ensuring that the action is matched by sharp, expressive visuals.
The original Sakamoto Days manga launched in Weekly Shonen Jump in November 2020 and quickly gained popularity for its unique twist on the hitman trope.
Following a retired assassin who gains weight and becomes a family man, it blends action, humor, and heartfelt moments.
Shueisha has published multiple volumes since its release, with the latest, Volume 18, arriving in August 2024.
Before serialization, Suzuki tested the waters with a one-shot in Jump Giga in 2019, laying the groundwork for the series.
In North America, Viz Media and MANGA Plus provide the English digital version, while Viz also publishes the series in print.
Sakamoto Days mixes high-stakes action with comedy, presenting Taro Sakamoto as an unlikely protagonist a retired assassin turned family man who is determined to protect his new life.
Through this blend of genres, Sakamoto Days offers an experience that balances thrilling confrontations with lighthearted moments, capturing fans of both action and comedy genres.
