'Hyakki Yakoushou' Series Gets First Anime Adaptation! Broadcast Starts April 7th (Tuesday) & Latest Volume 32 Released Simultaneously
Imako's popular comic 'Hyakki Yakoushou,' which has surpassed 30 years since its serialization began and sold over 7 million copies, is finally getting its first anime adaptation. The anime will begin broadcasting on TV Kanagawa from April 7, 2026, and the latest comic volume, 'Hyakki Yakoushou 32,' will be released on the same day.
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Imako's popular comic 'Hyakki Yakoushou' (Asahi Shimbun Publications) is a long-selling work that has surpassed 30 years since its serialization began and has sold over 7 million copies. This work, which has been loved by many readers for a long time, is finally getting its long-awaited anime adaptation.
The anime broadcast will begin on TV Kanagawa (tvk) from April 7, 2026 (Tuesday). On the same day, the latest volume of the original comic, 'Hyakki Yakoushou 32,' will be released.
As a special bonus for purchasing the comic, a 'Special Postcard (using anime scene cuts)' will be presented on a first-come, first-served basis at participating stores. Please get your hands on the beautiful visuals unique to anime. See the special page for details.
[Broadcast Information]
Program Name: Anime 'Hyakki Yakoushou'
Broadcast Start Date: April 7, 2026 (Tuesday)
Broadcaster/Time: TV Kanagawa (tvk) Every Tuesday 21:55~
[Book Information]
Label: Nemuki+ Comics
Title: 'Hyakki Yakoushou 32'
Author: Imako
Release Date: April 7, 2026 (Tuesday)
ISBN: 9784022144249
Price: 968 yen (880 yen + 10% tax)
Specifications: A5 size, softcover / 206 pages
Publisher: Asahi Shimbun Publications
[Bonus Information]
Bonus Content: Special Postcard (using anime scene cuts)
Eligible for Distribution: Purchasers of the comic 'Hyakki Yakoushou 32'
Distribution Location: Participating bookstores nationwide (please check the URL below for details)
Distribution Period: From April 7, 2026 (Tuesday), while supplies last.
Detail Page: https://publications.asahi.com/news/2207.html
The anime broadcast will begin on TV Kanagawa (tvk) from April 7, 2026 (Tuesday). On the same day, the latest volume of the original comic, 'Hyakki Yakoushou 32,' will be released.
As a special bonus for purchasing the comic, a 'Special Postcard (using anime scene cuts)' will be presented on a first-come, first-served basis at participating stores. Please get your hands on the beautiful visuals unique to anime. See the special page for details.
[Broadcast Information]
Program Name: Anime 'Hyakki Yakoushou'
Broadcast Start Date: April 7, 2026 (Tuesday)
Broadcaster/Time: TV Kanagawa (tvk) Every Tuesday 21:55~
[Book Information]
Label: Nemuki+ Comics
Title: 'Hyakki Yakoushou 32'
Author: Imako
Release Date: April 7, 2026 (Tuesday)
ISBN: 9784022144249
Price: 968 yen (880 yen + 10% tax)
Specifications: A5 size, softcover / 206 pages
Publisher: Asahi Shimbun Publications
[Bonus Information]
Bonus Content: Special Postcard (using anime scene cuts)
Eligible for Distribution: Purchasers of the comic 'Hyakki Yakoushou 32'
Distribution Location: Participating bookstores nationwide (please check the URL below for details)
Distribution Period: From April 7, 2026 (Tuesday), while supplies last.
Detail Page: https://publications.asahi.com/news/2207.html
FAQ
When will the anime 'Hyakki Yakoushou' start broadcasting?
It will start broadcasting on TV Kanagawa every Tuesday at 9:55 PM from April 7, 2026.
When is the release date for the comic 'Hyakki Yakoushou 32'?
It will be released on April 7, 2026.