New Kochikame Anime Cast Announced, Ochiai Voices Ryotsu
The casting reveals a full modern lineup for the long-running comedy franchise's Reiwa-era revival, with the manga's creator Osamu Akimoto expressing approval of the new project.
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The cast and staff for New Kochikame, the 50th anniversary anime project based on Osamu Akimoto's Kochikame, have been revealed. Fukushi Ochiai voices Kankichi Ryotsu, with Shouta Aoi, M·A·O, and Raiko Sakamoto in supporting roles. Jiro Akatsuki directs. The series airs on Fuji TV in 2027 and will stream on various platforms.
The new anime project announced at Jump Festa 2026 in December now has a full cast. Fukushi Ochiai, who said Kochikame was the first manga he ever read, will play Kankichi Ryotsu in the 50th anniversary production. Shouta Aoi takes on Keiichi Nakagawa, M·A·O plays Reiko Akimoto, and Raiko Sakamoto voices Daijiro Ohara. Jiro Akatsuki, known for Gag Manga Biyori and Me & Roboco, directs.
Original creator Osamu Akimoto commented on the announcement, saying it makes him happy too. A character PV and broadcast details accompanied the cast reveal. New Kochikame is scheduled to air on Fuji TV in 2027 and stream across various platforms.
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