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Weekly Shonen Jumpanimeadaptations are seemingly always on the way, andThe Elusive Samuraimight have the best chance at appealing to fans of old-school anime visuals. The series, produced by CloverWorks, is set to debut in July 2024 as part of a wave of newer shonen anime for viewers seeking something outsideOne PieceorJujutsu Kaisen.The Elusive Samuraihas a historical setting, but the nostalgic, filmic glimpses of its production and promise of thrilling action, comedy, magic realism, and drama make this upcomingShonen Jumpanime adaptation one not to miss.
The Elusive Samuraibegan its run inWeekly Shonen Jumpon August 14, 2025, with new chapters weekly, so it’s predictable that the series is getting an anime alongside its successful manga. It’s one of the most visually stunning manga in theShonen Jumplineup, featuringa breathtakingly colorful rendition of the chaotic Kenmu Restoration with Tokiyuki Hojo at the center of it. Tokiyuki’s exceptional talent is a near-divine ability to avoid harm.
Still, TheElusive Samurai’sanime will promise plenty of thrilling action alongside its gorgeous color palette in the Summer 2024 season.
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Coming from Yusei Matsui, the creator ofAssassination Classroom, it’s unsurprising thatThe Elusive Samuraiis highly anticipated as a potential smash hitShonen Jumpanime for its action and visuals.Yet, the adaptation promises even more care put into its presentation, thanks to careful direction from Yuta Yamazaki(Black Butler, My Dress-Up Darling, Love Rice, Toradora!)and studio CloverWorks' efforts.But the most impressive aspect for nostalgic anime fans is the remarkable color palette and filmic filterschanneling a nostalgic, almostInuYashavibe, with a similar execution tothe recentFrierenanime.
This can be seen in the numerous small glimpses through teaser trailers, character PVs, and visual peeks distributed by CloverWorks, and the anime appropriately channels a nostalgic look. After all, it’s got a self-aware cast who, thanks to larger-than-life supporting characters like Yorishige Suwa, know vague glimpses of modern Japan as a result of their efforts. Given how CloverWorks has handled action and adventure, like inFairy Tail, Persona 5: The Animation,andSpy x Familyalongside WIT Studio,The Elusive Samuraiis sure to impress anime fans seeking visual flair.
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On top of appealing to nostalgic sensibilities and being overseen by a studio with a strong track record, fans may be pleased with confident casting choices.Yorishige Suwa will soon become a significant hit among viewers, voiced by Yuichi Nakamura, whose voice can be heard inFairy Tail, Fruits Basket, My Hero Academia,and recently as Satoru Gojo inJujutsu Kaisen.The voice of Tokiyuki Hojo will be none other than Asaki Yuikawa, fresh from starring as the voice of Yu Azama, the main character inCloverWorks' anime film adaptation ofTrapezium.
The currently announced voice cast forThe Elusive Samuraiincludes the following:
ButThe Elusive Samuraiis more than its strong voiceover potential,as it’s an anime about the young scion of the Kamakura Shogunate, Tokiyuki, amid a violent uprising by Takauji Ashikaga. It will be the thrilling tale of the boy who unites with his young retainers and trains to fight back against the usurpers, not unlike a samurai-themedHamletorLion King. However, for history buffs,The Elusive Samuraiwon’t have the same plot progression as either of these stories. Still, it brings a visually stunning package different fromthe preeminent samurai manga,Vagabond.
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While it’s easy to fixate on the world of impressive upcoming anime,Shonen Jumpfans have more to look forward to than simplyThe Elusive Samurai. Telecom Animation Film promises a magnificent adaptation ofKouji Miura’s hit romanceBlue Box, and TMS Entertainment will have the fans floored with theirJanuary 2025Sakamoto Daysadaptation.Weekly Shonen Jumpadaptations promise exciting anime as other series likeJujutsu Kaisenwill inevitably end.
This is undoubtedly great news for anime fans everywhere, meaning more exciting media.The Elusive Samuraienthusiasts can be assured that CloverWorks will produce an exceptional anime experience. ForShonen Jumpreaders everywhere, it’s a sign of even more productions to come soon, with as much love and care as was put into the original manga, which is always a cause for celebration.
