Fans of Kingdom can now mark their calendars as Season 6 is officially set to premiere on October 4 in Japan. The announcement came alongside the reveal of a stunning main visual and the introduction of five new cast members, adding even more depth to the already rich roster of characters. Studios Pierrot and Signpost are returning to handle animation duties, ensuring that the battle sequences and emotional beats will be brought to life with the same high quality that has kept fans hooked for years.
Joining the cast this season are Koji Takeda as Ako, Oki Matsumoto as Mako, Shinnosuke Tachibana as Akakin, Yoshino Nanjo as Kitari, and Masaaki Mizunaka as Katari. These new additions are expected to play key roles in the unfolding conflicts, adding fresh dynamics to the story’s complex web of alliances and rivalries.
The opening theme for Season 6, Ikite, Sansan by Ikimono-gakari, promises to set an inspiring tone for the episodes ahead, while the ending theme Hoko (Howl) will be performed by Sora Tomonari. Fans got a sneak peek at the opening song in the latest trailer, which has already sparked excitement across the anime community.
Kenichi Imaizumi returns as director, continuing the vision that has brought Yasuhisa Hara’s legendary manga to life. Returning voice talents include Jun Fukuyama as Ying Zheng, Masakazu Morita as Li Xin, and Rie Kugimiya as He Liao Diao. These familiar voices will guide viewers through the next stage of Xin’s journey as he strives to rise from war orphan to a legendary general under Ying Zheng, the man destined to become the First Emperor of China.
Adding to the excitement, VIZ Media will publish the Kingdom manga in English for the first time beginning in Fall 2025. This milestone will allow an even wider audience to experience the story from its original source material, deepening appreciation for the anime adaptation.
With over 110 million copies of the manga in circulation and a long history of critically acclaimed seasons, Kingdom continues to stand as one of the most gripping historical dramas in anime. Season 6 is set to deliver intense battles, political intrigue, and character growth that will leave fans counting down the days until each new episode.
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