Key Facts
The official website for the television anime adaptation of Yatagarasu: The Raven Does Not Choose Its Owner revealed the final trailer, additional cast members, and the ending theme song on Monday. The trailer previews the ending theme 'Unnamed Flower' (Namonai Hana) by the band yutori.
New Cast Members
The newly announced cast includes Yoriyuki Hosokawa as the Deputy Shogun (Kanrei) of the Muromachi Shogunate, who possesses vast knowledge of the performing arts. Additionally, members of the Kanze Troupe have been cast, though their specific roles are not detailed.
Staff and Production
Yoshinobu Yamakawa (known for Kuroko's Basketball, Haikyu!!, and the Kuroko's Basketball: Last Game film) is directing the anime at Studio Pierrot. Character designs are handled by Yuka Shiojima (who worked on Kuroko's Basketball, Haikyu!!, and Boruto: Naruto Next Generations). Calligraphy and title lettering are credited to a specialist. The opening theme song 'shusho' is performed by the band yutori.
Story Overview
Set in 1374 amid the conflict between the Northern and Southern Courts, the story follows Oniyasha, a boy born into a family of sarugaku theater performers. Haunted by the question 'Why do people dance?', he witnesses a dance he considers 'good'—a moment that changes everything. This is the tale of the young boy who would become the legendary Noh performer Zeami.
Manga Background
Mihara launched the manga in Shueisha's Grand Jump magazine in March 2021, concluding in October 2022. Shueisha published six compiled volumes. Viz Media licensed the manga and released all six volumes digitally.
FAQ
When does the Yatagarasu anime premiere?
The premiere date has not been announced yet. The final trailer was released in preparation for the upcoming broadcast.
Who is the main character of Yatagarasu?
The main character is Oniyasha, a boy born into a sarugaku theater family who later becomes the legendary Noh performer Zeami.
Who is performing the ending theme?
The ending theme song 'Unnamed Flower' (Namonai Hana) is performed by the three-piece band yutori.