The upcoming TV anime based on the Shabake historical fantasy novels released a character trailer today that focuses on Nikichi (voiced by Koji Okino), a hakutaku spirit who takes human form to protect his master. The trailer also features Kujira performing the opening theme song for the series, which is entitled “Inochi no Parade” (“Parade of Life”). Shabake broadcasts in Japan as part of Fuji TV's “Noitamina” block beginning in October 2025. Shabake Nikichi Character Trailer The main cast for Shabake includes: Ichitaro (aka “Young Master”) played by Daiki Yamashita Nikichi voiced by Koji Okino Sasuke voiced by Taku Yashiro Shinchosha publishes the original Shabake novels by Megumi Hatakenaka in Japan. Takahiro Okawa directs the Shabake TV anime at animation studio BN Pictures. Toko Machida provides the series composition, Akari Minagawa provides the character designs and Rei Ishizuka provides the music. Shabake key art RELATED: Shabake Anime Reveals Protagonist Character Trailer Set during the Edo period, Shabake follows the adventures of Ichitaro, the heir to Nagasakiya, one of the largest commercial stores in Nihonbashi. Ichitaro was born sickly and is unable to go outside as a result, but he is beloved by the spirits such as his friends Sasuke (an inugami ) and Nikichi (a hakutaku ), who accompany and protect him. One night, Ichitaro sneaks out of his home and witnesses a murder, and thus begins his search for the culprit with the help of his spirit companions. Source : Shabake on X (formerly Twitter)
