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Ninja Kamui

Ninja Kamui is a Japanese original anime television series produced by E&H Production and Sola Entertainment, and directed by Sunghoo Park.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ninja Kamui is a Japanese original anime television series produced by E&H Production and Sola Entertainment, directed by Sunghoo Park. It follows a former ninja, Higan, who lives under an alias in rural America until an attack on his family drives him to seek revenge against his former clan. The series premiered in February 2024 on Adult Swim's Toonami block and later aired on Tokyo MX.

Premise

Ninja Kamui follows Higan, a former ninja who has abandoned his clan and is living quietly with his family in rural America under the name Joe Logan. When assassins attack and kill his family, he begins a revenge campaign against the organization that once controlled him.

Production

The anime was produced by E&H Production and Sola Entertainment, with Sunghoo Park as director. It is an original series associated with Adult Swim's programming in the United States.

Broadcast and availability

The series aired on Adult Swim's Toonami block in the United States and later on Tokyo MX in Japan. Sources indicate it has been available through Max/HBO Max in the United States. Adult Swim Canada simulcast the series, making it relevant to Canadian viewers who follow late-night anime programming.

Reception

Coverage of the series describes it as a violent, action-driven revenge anime with strong visuals. Some reviews praise the action and style while noting that the plot is straightforward.

Key facts

  • The series is an original anime, not an adaptation of a manga or light novel.
  • It premiered in the United States on Adult Swim's Toonami block in February 2024.
  • A Japanese broadcast followed on Tokyo MX from July to September 2024.
  • The story centers on Higan, a former ninja seeking revenge after his family is killed.
  • The first season consists of 13 episodes.
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Canadian context

Adult Swim Canada simulcast the series, making it relevant to Canadian viewers who follow late-night anime programming.[1]

Frequently asked questions

What is Ninja Kamui about?
It is about Higan, a former ninja living in hiding with his family in rural America, who goes on a revenge mission after assassins kill his wife and son.
Where to watch Ninja Kamui?
It aired on Adult Swim's Toonami block and has been listed as available on Max/HBO Max in the United States.
How many episodes are in Ninja Kamui?
The first season has 13 episodes.
Who made Ninja Kamui?
It was produced by E&H Production and Sola Entertainment, with Sunghoo Park directing.
Is Ninja Kamui good?
Reception is generally positive for its animation and action, while some reviewers describe the story as simple or flawed.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ninja_Kamui
    Supports: Producer credits, director, premise, and broadcast history
  2. Anime News Networkhttps://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=25712
    Supports: Episode count, runtime, and streaming availability
  3. DIRECTV Insiderhttps://www.directv.com/insider/ninja-kamui-watch-guide/
    Supports: Director, premise, and viewing options
  4. Stack Uphttps://www.stackup.org/post/series-review-ninja-kamui
    Supports: Viewing platforms and general reception
  5. IGNhttps://www.ign.com/articles/ninja-kamui-review
    Supports: Reception and description of the premise
  6. Common Sense Mediahttps://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/ninja-kamui
    Supports: Premise and tone of the series