The war between the Oni and the Momotaro is entering a new stage! The anime "Tougen Anki: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc" is officially scheduled to begin its broadcast on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 11:30 PM JST.
Ahead of the premiere, we’ve got the lowdown on Episode 1, "The Training Begins," including a fresh synopsis and preview cuts. Plus, we’re bringing you an exclusive report from the second session of the pre-screening event held on September 19! The stage was a buzz, featuring Kazuki Ura (voice of Shiki Ichinose), Shogo Sakata (voice of Ikari Yaoroshi), Nobuhiko Okamoto (voice of Hagure Nekosaki), and Kent Ito (voice of Yu Innami).
<The following content is quoted from the official announcement>
Episode 1: "The Training Begins"
Synopsis
Shiki and the other students of Rasetsu Academy face a brutal new challenge: a mountain climbing training exercise. Trapped in a freezing blizzard, the entire class must reach the goal together within a 24-hour time limit. To make matters worse, part-time instructors Hagure Nekosaki and Yu Innami have been called in to stand in their way and push the group to their absolute limits.
Broadcast & Streaming Info
Season 2: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc
Streaming starts October 2, 2026, updating every Friday at 12:30 AM JST!
Global streaming available on Netflix and Crunchyroll.
"Tougen Anki: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc" Pre-Screening Official Event Report
With the premiere of the Nikko Kegon Falls Arc just around the corner on October 2, fans gathered on September 19 for a special early look at Episodes 1 and 2. The event featured a talk show with the main cast: Kazuki Ura (Shiki Ichinose), Shogo Sakata (Ikari Yaorose), Nobuhiko Okamoto (Hagure Nekosaki), and Kent Ito (Yu Innami). While the event was held in two parts, this is the report from the second session’s talk show!
The crowd erupted as Kazuki Ura, Shogo Sakata, Nobuhiko Okamoto, and Kent Ito took the stage, led by NTV announcer Isshi Kawabata. Ura kicked things off by hyping up the audience with a "How’s everyone doing today!?" and even slipped in a parody of a famous pro-wrestling quote, shouting, "If you’ve got the energy, you can watch Episodes 1 and 2 of 'Tougen Anki'!" The rest of the cast followed suit with their own comedic riffs, setting a hilarious tone for the evening.
Kawabata quickly interjected with a sharp, "This isn't a wrestling anime, it's 'Tougen Anki'!" which drew a massive round of applause. From there, the conversation shifted to Season 2. Regarding the new character Nekosaki, Nobuhiko Okamoto described him as "a very cool, sincere character who always uses polite speech." However, the audience—many of whom knew the character from the original manga—began to murmur knowingly.
Ura jumped in to stir the pot, joking, "He thinks he can fool everyone right now! He’s totally playing the nice guy!" Meanwhile, Kent Ito offered a subtle defense for his character, Yu Innami, describing him as someone who "shares the spirit of 'that person' we were all just imitating (Antonio Inoki), but with many layers that make him a great character to play."
Before the screening, the cast took a moment to look back at the first season (aired July–December 2025). Ura spoke passionately about Shiki’s journey: "At first, Shiki threw himself into this without knowing anything about Oni or Momotaro. Meeting different people and growing through the drama... the Kyoto Arc was really that first step into realizing how big the world is." Shogo Sakata added that he personally loved the battle against Tsubakiri Momomiya.
The two got caught up in a heated trip down memory lane: "Tsubakiri was such a scumbag, I can’t forgive him!" "But his drama was so good!" "He actually has a deep backstory." "I love Tsubakiri too because of that." "Wait, Sakata, you’re on that side!?" "No, I just love both the Oni and the Momotaro!"
The banter continued through the Nerima Arc and Shiki’s fight with Mikado Momodera. Sakata also reflected on Episode 20, where Yaoroshi fights Osuke Momokado: "I felt that was Yaoroshi’s time to shine, so I really blew my voice out for that battle. It felt amazing to go all out like that."
When asked about the atmosphere of the Season 2 recording sessions, Nobuhiko Okamoto noted that the cast already felt like a tight-knit family. He then dropped a bombshell (?), claiming that Hiroshi Kamiya (who plays Naito Mudano) and Kazuki Ura were "getting all cozy and flirting" on set. Ura immediately fired back, "We were not flirting!" but Ito backed Okamoto up, joking, "No, they were definitely flirting." It’s clear the cast has a great dynamic, with Ura leading the energy and Kamiya playfully teasing him while the others watch from the "safety zone."
The talk eventually moved to the new characters Nekosaki and Innami. Sakata noted, "No one can hate characters like them," leading into a discussion about some of Nekosaki’s more famous lines. As for Innami, who is constantly coughing, Ito proudly reported, "I’ve mastered the art of coughing in the rhythm of the Japanese alphabet." His live demonstration left the cast and audience in awe.
Season 2 also introduces the "Kikoku Unit," a group of Oni dedicated to the "total eradication of the Momotaro." Looking at the eight new members and their notoriously hard-to-read names, Sakata wondered, "How does the author even come up with these?" to which Okamoto replied, "I really want to ask Sensei (Yura Urushibara) about that."
Kawata then asked, "How does the Kikoku Unit appear in the story of Season 2?" Ura explained: "We usually see the Oni Agency as one whole group, like the Rasetsu Academy or the Battle Unit, but the Kikoku Unit are outsiders—a third faction, in a way. Their radical ideologies are going to have a big impact on the Rasetsu students."
Sakata added, "The new characters are interesting and their interactions are so much fun, so please look forward to that." However, the mood shifted when a new PV showed Yaoroshi leaving with a cryptic "Farewell..."
The other three cast members immediately turned on Sakata, shouting, "Wait, what was that!?" "A traitor!?" Sakata laughed it off, saying, "I’m just going out for a bit." The reveal of a new visual showing Yaoroshi in Kikoku Unit gear only added fuel to the fire. "I just paid for some new DLC," Sakata joked, before getting serious: "Yaoroshi has a lot of inner anger, and by 'going out' with the Kikoku Unit, he’s trying to find a way to resolve it. I hope you enjoy seeing how that plays out."
The surprises didn't stop there. New characters for the Momotaro Faction were unveiled, featuring an all-star cast: Kenichi Suzumura as Kusabi Momoura, Yuki Kaji as Hizumi Momotsugi, and Kisho Taniyama as Senritsu Momoo. The venue practically shook with the fans' excitement.
After the deep dive into the highlights of Season 2, the event shifted gears for a fun challenge. The four cast members on stage took on the "Tougen Anki: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc Hit Prayer! Kibidanger Challenge!"
'Kibidanger' is a game created by the Japan Onigokko Association. To succeed, players must throw a ball from a distance and land it on a target made of four stacked circular discs on stage. Each cast member was given one throw. Landing one ball would guarantee Season 2 becomes a 'Big Hit,' two balls a 'Super Big Hit,' three balls a 'Tremendous Hit,' and all four balls would crown it the 'Single Greatest Miracle Hit of the Century!' With so much on the line, the entire cast was fired up.
Cheered on by the audience's encouraging shouts of "Good luck!", Sakata took the stage as the first contestant, but his throw flew just past the platform. Next up was Itoh, full of motivation: "I played baseball for 10 years! And I was a shortstop!" Okamoto followed with confidence in his arms: "I used to play badminton, you know!" Unfortunately, neither could land their ball on the target...
With that, the hit status of Season 2 fell entirely onto the shoulders of their anchor, Ura. "Out of everyone here, I've played Kibidanger the most! I am Kibidanger!" he declared boldly—only to suffer a shock failure. Unwilling to give up, Ura instantly activated his own real-life "Blood Eclipse"! Dashing over to the platform, he pulled off the outrageous trick of manually placing all four balls onto the target, officially claiming a complete success. As the cast celebrated with a triumphant "Hooray!", the audience showered them with warm applause.
As the event came to a close, each cast member shared a final message.
Ito: "With the broadcast drawing near, I’m ready to keep hyping things up, and I hope you're all looking forward to watching. Thank you for your continued support!"
Okamoto: "Every character in this series is so distinct. Joining in Season 2, we were determined not to lose out and aimed to make things even richer. I’d be thrilled if you enjoy our performances alongside the incredible animation and fall in love with these characters even more."
Sakata: "It’s a massive step up from Season 1. The cast has grown significantly, and thanks to the director, animators, and staff, a 'Miracle Hit' is practically guaranteed from the start! Please look forward to it."
Ura: "The team behind 'Tougen Anki' truly loves this series. Everyone brings so much passion and love to make it better and better right up to the very last moment. That makes me so genuinely happy...! Please keep an eye out for the intense, gripping performances from my seniors. Shiki is forced to make many tough choices, so I hope you’ll stay by his side to see the future that awaits him."
Following a video message from Hiromitsu Kitayama (who performs the opening theme) and TRACK15 (who performs the ending theme), everyone in the venue joined together for a commemorative group photo. With wonderful memories made, the audience settled in to enjoy the special screening of Episodes 1 and 2 on the big screen, bringing the event to a successful close.
"Tougen Anki: Nikko Kegon Falls Arc" — Series Info
Synopsis
"You carry the blood of an Oni..."
The bloodlines of “Oni” and “Momotaro” have been passed down among certain humans for generations.
Long ago, the Oni, aware of their own ferocity, lived in seclusion. However, their peace was shattered by an invasion led by Momotaro.
Over thousands of years, these two factions formed the “Momotaro Agency” and the “Oni Agency,” respectively, and have been locked in conflict ever since.
The protagonist, Shiki Ichinose, suddenly learns of his Oni lineage following an unexpected attack by Momotaro.
This revelation sets Shiki on a path to discover the destiny that lies within his blood — a meeting with the Oni dwelling within him.
—A new generation of dark heroics begins here in this tale of demons!
Cast
Shiki Ichinose: Kazuki Ura
Naito Mudano: Hiroshi Kamiya
Jin Kougasaki: Koutaro Nishiyama
Homare Byobugaura: Manaka Iwami
Ikari Yaoroshi: Shogo Sakata
Juji Yuzuribe: Natsuki Hanae
Rokuro Kiriyama: Kaito Miura
Kuina Sazanami: Aimi
Kyoya Oiranzaka: Ryohei Kimura
Hagure Nekosaki: Nobuhiko Okamoto
Yu Innami: Kent Ito
Hayate Todoroki: Gakuto Kajiwara
Uri Torikai: Kentaro Kumagai
Shinichi Fuwa: Ryuho Nagaoka
Misaki Kakoi: Tomohiro Ono
Gou Todomeki: Shintaro Ohata
Kyotaro Otohara: Yuki Sakakihara
Akari Hirunuma: Wataru Hatano
Miyo Umitsuki: Hitomi Ueda
Kusabi Momoura: Kenichi Suzumura
Hizumi Momotsugi: Yuki Kaji
Senritsu Momoo: Kisho Taniyama
© Yura Urushibara (AKITASHOTEN) /TOUGEN ANKI PROJECT
*Some parts of this text have been translated using machine translation
