Kagurabachi has once again unveiled new visuals and a character trailer for Kunishige Rokuhira. This update also confirms Tomokazu Seki as the character’s voice actor in the anime adaptation, which is scheduled to premiere in April 2027.
Kunishige is known as Chihiro Rokuhira’s father. He is a legendary swordsmith who plays a significant role in the story, particularly through his connection to Chihiro and the Enchanted Blades, which are central elements in Kagurabachi.
Kagurabachi Reveals Kunishige Rokuhira Through Character Visuals and a Trailer
The latest character art depicts Kunishige Rokuhira as both a father and a swordsmith. In the story, he is portrayed as Chihiro’s warm and caring father, who has been by her side since she was a child.
On the other hand, Kunishige is also known as a master swordsmith with unmatched skill. He is the only person capable of forging Enchanted Blades—katana imbued with great power. His swords are also said to have played a major role in bringing the Seitei War to an end.
Three years before the main story begins, Kunishige lost his life in an attack by Hishaku. That event became one of the pivotal moments that changed Chihiro’s life.
Tomokazu Seki also shared his thoughts on Kunishige. He described the character as a legendary swordsmith, but at the same time a warm-hearted father.
Seki said that he tried to portray both sides of Kunishige in a natural way. He wanted the audience to sense Kunishige’s sense of humor in everyday life, as well as the weight of every word he spoke when discussing his convictions as a swordsmith.
When he landed this role, Seki said he was very happy. He mentioned Kagurabachi as a series beloved by many fans, while Kunishige is a key figure in the story.
When he first read the manga, Seki felt that Kagurabachi It is a series brimming with passion. It features intense action scenes, themes of determination, loss, and revenge, and world-building that keeps readers hooked on the story.
According to Seki, Kunishige’s appeal lies in his strength of conviction and his ability to love deeply. He also describes the appeal of this series with the phrase, “A spirit passed down.”
Kagurabachi Continues Its Promotion Through an Anime World Tour
Along with the visual reveal and character trailer for Kunishige, Kagurabachi It also highlights the Anime World Tour Part 1 series, which kicks off with Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles. The series will continue on to Japan Expo, AnimagiC, and Anime NYC 2026.
At each of these events, the anime will screen the first 20 minutes of Episode 1. Some sessions are also scheduled to feature cast and staff members, including Taihi Kimura, Takuro Imamura, Riki Azuma, and Koichi Yasuda, depending on the event.
For those who want to check the full World Tour schedule Kagurabachi, for more details, see This article.
The Story of Kagurabachi
This anime is based on the premise of revenge, which is the central theme of the manga Kagurabachi. Chihiro Rokuhira is a boy who dreams of becoming a swordsmith and trains daily with his father, Kunishige, a renowned swordsmith.
Life was turned upside down after an attack by a mysterious organization of wizards called Hishaku. During that incident, six Enchanted Blades were stolen. These blades are said to possess immense power capable of influencing the fate of the nation.
After losing her father and the life she once knew, Chihiro took up Enten, the seventh Enchanted Blade left behind by her father. She then set out on a journey of revenge. The anime’s official synopsis also describes the series as a Neo-Japanese Sword Action from Weekly Shonen Jump, with a focus on personal conflicts and intense swordplay.
Production Staff
This latest information also reaffirms the key staff members working on the anime adaptation Kagurabachi. This project is produced by Cypic, with Shochiku and CyberAgent serving as Production Committee Leads.
Here are the staff and cast members who have been announced so far:
- Original Work: Kagurabachi by Takeru Hokazono
- Director: Tetsuya Takeuchi
- Character Design: Keigo Sasaki
- Production: Cypic
- Production Committee Chairs: Shochiku & CyberAgent
- Chihiro Rokuhira: Taihi Kimura
- Kunishige Rokuhira: Tomokazu Seki
Taihi Kimura was also named the winner Best New Actor at the 2025 Seiyu Awards.
About Kagurabachi
Kagurabachi is a work by Takeru Hokazono serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. This series has surpassed 4 million copies in cumulative circulation, including digital editions.
The English version of the manga is available online via MANGA Plus by SHUEISHA and is published in print and digital formats by Viz Media. Meanwhile, the anime’s broadcast and streaming information currently lists MUSE and SMG HOLDINGS, along with other parties, with a premiere scheduled for April 2027.
With the release of visuals, a trailer, and the cast for *Kunishige Rokuhira*, the anime Kagurabachi It once again broadens its focus to the key characters surrounding Chihiro. This update also clarifies Kunishige’s role as a highly influential figure in the story.
