Kagurabachi:Rokuhira Tomokazu Seki is a director of Jump, and his "next-generation flagship title" is being adapted into a TV anime.

It has been revealed that Tomokazu Seki will voice Kunishige Rokuhira, the father of the protagonist Chikao Rokuhira, in the TV anime " Kagurabachi ," which is based on the manga by Takeru Hokazono currently serialized in "Weekly Shonen Jump" (Shueisha). Kunishige Rokuhira is a swordsmith with unparalleled skills. A character visual and character PV have also been released.

Seki commented, "I was so happy when I was cast as Kunishige Rokuhira. ' Kagurabachi' is a work loved by many fans, and Kunishige is an important character in the story. I'm working hard to convey the passion of the original work and the feelings of the characters in a way that is unique to anime."

"Kagurabachi" is Sotozono's debut serialized work and has become a hot topic as a "next-generation flagship title" of "Weekly Shonen Jump." The daily lives of Rokuhira Chikou, a boy who aspires to be a swordsmith, and his father, Kunishige, a renowned swordsmith, are brutally cut apart by an attack by a mysterious sorcerer organization called Bishaku, and their gentle, warm everyday life is stolen away along with six cursed swords that possess immense power capable of determining the fate of the nation. Left behind in a world swirling with darkness, Rokuhira Chikou takes up the seventh cursed sword, Enten, left behind by his father, and walks a blood-stained path of revenge. The comics have sold over 4 million copies in total.

The anime will be directed by Tetsuya Takeuchi, who has worked as the action animation director for "Sword Art Online II" and as the storyboard artist, director, and animation director for battle scenes in "Heavenly Delusion," and produced by Cypic. Taihi Kimura will voice the main character, Chika Rokuhira. It will begin airing in April 2027.

◇Comment from Tomokazu Seki Seki

--What are your impressions of the characters?

Rokuhira Kunishige is a legendary swordsmith, but he is also a warm and loving father. I tried to portray both of these aspects of his character naturally. I hope that his everyday humorous side comes across as bright and cheerful, and that when he speaks of his beliefs as a swordsmith, viewers will feel the weight of each line he speaks.

--How did you feel when you got the role?

I was so happy when I was cast as Kunishige Rokuhira. "Kagurabachi" is a work loved by many fans, and Kunishige is an important character in the story. I'm working hard to convey the passion of the original work and the feelings of the characters in a way that is unique to anime.

--What was your first impression of the work?

When I first read the original work, my impression was, "This is an incredibly passionate story!" Besides the powerful action, the emotions of resolve, loss, and revenge are also vividly portrayed, and I was immediately drawn in. With its unique worldview, it's a story that makes you want to read on and on.

--What is the greatest appeal of Rokuhira Kunishige?

I think Kunishige's appeal lies in his strength to stick to his beliefs and his deep affection. I myself am the type to wholeheartedly dedicate myself to things I love, so I might be able to relate to him to some extent.

--If you had to describe the appeal of "Kagurabachi" in one word, what would it be?

A spirit passed down through generations.