Black Torch premieres today, July 4, 2026, on Tokyo MX and other Japanese networks, with Crunchyroll handling international streaming. A new trailer and key visual arrived ahead of the broadcast, giving viewers a first look at the anime’s style and tone.
Adapted from Tsuyoshi Takaki’s manga, Black Torch follows high schooler Jiro Azuma, a young ninja who can communicate with animals. After rescuing an injured black cat named Rago, Jiro is pulled into conflicts with powerful spirits known as mononoke, and the story centers on their uneasy partnership and escalating supernatural battles.
Black Torch's Story and Tone
The series blends fast-paced ninja action with supernatural worldbuilding. Episodes emphasize close-quarters combat, spirit mythology and the evolving bond between Jiro and Rago, who is far more than an ordinary cat. The adaptation aims to capture the manga’s mix of action and character-driven moments.
Production, Cast and Today's Premiere
The TV adaptation is produced by 100studio and directed by Kei Umabiki. Character designs are credited to Gō Suzuki and the score is by Yutaka Yamada. The promotional trailer showcases the production’s visual direction and musical tone ahead of tonight’s broadcast.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Original Work | Black Torch, manga by Tsuyoshi Takaki |
| Premiere Date | July 4, 2026 |
| Broadcast | Tokyo MX and other Japanese networks |
| Streaming | Crunchyroll (outside Japan) |
| Studio | 100studio |
| Director | Kei Umabiki |
| Character Design | Gō Suzuki |
| Music | Yutaka Yamada |
| Main Cast | Ryota Suzuki (Jiro Azuma), Yoji Ueda (Rago), Sayaka Sembongi (Ichika Kishimojin), Junya Enoki (Reiji Kirihara) |
The new trailer and key visual set the tone for Black Torch’s place in the 2026 summer lineup. With tonight’s broadcast and Crunchyroll streaming, the series is now available to international viewers as it begins its run.
