The television anime Tougen Anki: Dark Demon of Paradise has achieved a remarkable milestone, claiming the #1 spot on Netflix’s rankings in Japan and securing a position in the top 5 non-English TV list globally. The series, which premiered on July 11, 2025, has quickly risen to prominence, captivating audiences with its intense narrative and striking visuals.
The global top 5 non-English TV list on Netflix, where Tougen Anki ranks, is led by Squid Game at #1, followed by Under a Dark Sun at #2, DAN DA DAN at #3, and Ángela at #4. This achievement underscores the anime’s widespread appeal and its ability to compete with major international titles. Since its debut, Tougen Anki has been celebrated for its dynamic storytelling and high production quality, marking it as a standout in the 2025 summer anime season.
The anime is produced by Studio Hibari, with Ato Nonaka directing and Hiroyuki Hashimoto serving as assistant director. Yukie Sugawara oversees the series composition and screenplay, while Ryoko Amisaki designs the characters. The art direction, led by Scott MacDonald, and music by Kohta Yamamoto enhance the anime’s immersive atmosphere. The opening theme, OVERNIGHT, is performed by THE ORAL CIGARETTES, and the ending theme, What is Justice?, is by BAND-MAID, adding to the series’ high-energy appeal. The voice cast includes Kazuki Ura as Shiki Ichinose, Hiroshi Kamiya as Naito Mudano, and Koutaro Nishiyama as Jin Kougasaki, among other talented performers.
What is Tougen Anki about?
Tougen Anki: Dark Demon of Paradise is adapted from the manga of the same name by Yura Urushibara, serialized in Weekly Shōnen Champion by Akita Shoten since 2020. The manga has garnered significant popularity, surpassing 4 million copies in circulation, and has been praised for its unique take on Japanese folklore. The series previously inspired a stage play that ran in Tokyo and Osaka in February 2024, with a sequel in January 2025, further cementing its cultural impact. Published in English by Yen Press under the title Tougen Anki: Legend of the Cursed Blood, the manga has attracted a global fanbase with its compelling characters and intricate world-building.
Drawing inspiration from the Japanese folktale of Momotaro, Tougen Anki presents a dark, action-packed narrative centered on a millennia-long conflict between two factions: those who inherit the blood of Oni (demons) and the descendants of Momotaro, the legendary hero. The story follows Shiki Ichinose, a young man who discovers he carries Oni blood, thrusting him into a brutal war between the Oni Agency and the Momotaro Agency. As Shiki navigates this blood-soaked conflict, he grapples with his identity and the destructive power of his heritage, wielding his blood as a weapon in intense battles. The anime explores themes of revenge, survival, and the struggle for peace between opposing forces, delivering a gripping supernatural tale.
You can watch the trailer for Tougen Anki anime below:
Where to Stream Tougen Anki Anime
Tougen Anki is accessible to audiences worldwide through a wide array of streaming platforms. Outside Japan, the series is available on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Prime Video, with the latter two offering access worldwide except in Japan and Mainland China.
Additional platforms include Samsung TV Plus, Anime Onegai, Bandplay, ADN, ANIME GENERATION, Anime Key, iQIYI International, Bilibili (Bstation), Laftel, Bahamut, My-Video, 中華電信MOD, HamiVideo, KKTV, friDay, LINE TV, ANIWON, ANIBOX, TVING, WAVVE, WATCHA PLAY, KT genieTV, SK BTV, and LG U+TV. A companion mini-anime, Onimomomomo, is also released weekly alongside the main series, offering fans additional content.
Source: Press Release / REMOW
