The new anime 'Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Kōen-mae Hashutsujo (Shin KochiKame),' scheduled for release in 2027, is attracting attention as a special work commemorating the 50th anniversary of the manga. This project is a reanimation of Osamu Akimoto's popular manga 'KochiKame,' with its main cast and staff revealed.
Details of the Cast and Staff
Sota Fukushi has been chosen for the role of protagonist Kankichi Ryotsu, with Shouta Aoi as Keiichi Nakagawa, M.A.O as Reiko Akimoto, and Ramikou Sakamoto as Daijiro Ohara. The director is Akitaro Daichi, known for works such as the '2001 Fruits Basket,' and the production is handled by Gallop. The script is written by Shuichi Kamiyama and Yoshifumi Fukushima, and Kenichi Hara is responsible for character design and chief animation direction.
Music and Additional Staff
Toshihiko Sahashi, known for works like 'Full Metal Panic!', will handle the music, with Kazuya Tanaka as the sound director and Masato Yokoi for color design. Additionally, Yuka Hirama serves as the art director, and Ayumu Saito is the director of photography.
Broadcast Platforms and Other Developments
The series will air on Fuji TV in 2027 and will also be available on various streaming platforms. Additionally, the game 'KochiKame: Ryo-san’s Billionaire Mall' will be released in the same year, and it can be experienced on numerous platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
'KochiKame' is a representative work of the Japanese manga scene, having sold over 150 million copies over its 40-year span from 1976 to 2016, with a total of 201 volumes published. The new anime and game are expected to attract a new audience.
