Yani Neko Gets Evil Dragon Liberation Version on AT-X and Streaming
The release of a separate version that respects production intent signals the studio is providing an alternate cut of the series, a rare move for a seasonal anime.
Key Facts
- The Evil Dragon Liberation Version of Yani Neko will air on AT-X starting July 25, 2026.
- The version will stream on AnimeFesta, DMM TV, FOD, Hulu, Netflix, and Anime Times.
- The On Air Version began broadcasting on July 2, 2026, on TOKYO MX and BS11.
- The cast includes Yuko Natsuyoshi as Yani Neko, Misato Matsuoka as Yaku Neko, and Shiori Izawa as Aru Neko.
- Reprints of manga volumes 1 through 11 have been announced.
Reporting from 1 source: Comic Natalie.
The TV anime Yani Neko will release an Evil Dragon Liberation Version on AT-X and select streaming services, alongside the On Air Version. The version respects the production intent of the original work by Nyan Nyan Factory. The series began airing on July 2, 2026.
The TV anime Yani Neko, based on the manga by Nyan Nyan Factory, will offer viewers a second version of the series. The Evil Dragon Liberation Version, described as respecting the production intent of the work, will air on AT-X starting July 25 and stream on AnimeFesta, DMM TV, FOD, Hulu, Netflix, and Anime Times. This version exists alongside the On Air Version that began broadcasting on July 2 on TOKYO MX and BS11. The anime follows Yani Neko, a beastman who smokes cigarettes and lives lazily. The cast includes Yuko Natsuyoshi as Yani Neko, Misato Matsuoka as Yaku Neko, and Shiori Izawa as Aru Neko. An interview with Izawa has been published on the official website. Reprints of manga volumes 1 through 11 have also been announced.
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Sources
- Comic Natalie アニメ「ヤニねこ」作品の演出意図を尊重した「邪竜解放版」をAT-Xほかで公開