Daiki Yamashita stars in the historical fantasy novel adaptation
Kodoani.com – Aniplex has announced that the historical fantasy novel series Network by Megumi Hatakenaka will be adapted into a television anime, scheduled to premiere in 2025. Set in Edo, this ancient Japanese story promises to take audiences on a mysterious journey, where The boundaries between humans and spirits become blurred.
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Shabake turned around Ichitarōa young man living in Edo. Despite his weak health, he possesses a kind heart. Ichitarō's life takes a strange turn when he is silently protected by a mysterious spirit, guiding him through mystical situations and uncovering the world's dark secrets.
Staff and actors
The anime is highly anticipated with the participation of many famous names in the industry:
Director: Takahiro Ōkawa (Hula Fulla Dance, Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari).
Script monitoring: Touko Machida (Lucky Star, Smile Down the Runway).
Character design: Akari Minagawa (The Perfect Prince Loves Me, the Side Character?!).
Music: Rei Ishizuka (Ayakashi Triangle, The Orbital Children).
Performer: Daiki Yamashita will play Ichitarō, bringing life and depth to the main character.
The attraction of the novel
First released in 2001, Shabake quickly won the hearts of readers thanks to its unique storytelling style, combining fantasy elements and profound human values. To date, more novels have been released 10 million copies and became an icon in the historical fantasy genre in Japan.
Legacy and previous adaptations
The story has inspired many forms of art:
Two live-action television series. Manga adaptations, stage plays, musicals, and picture books. An anime short streaming in July 2021 with a different cast and production team.
In addition to Shabake, Megumi Hatakenaka is also famous for We Rent Tsukumogami (Tsukumogami Kashimasu), which was adapted into an anime in 2018.
