A scene from ‘Sakamoto Days’ | Photo credit: Netflix
Netflix has released the first teaser for the much-anticipated anime series Sakamoto Daysis set to premiere in January 2025. The anime adaptation, based on Yuto Suzuki’s popular manga, follows Taro Sakamoto, a former hitman who swaps his life of crime for a peaceful life running a convenience store. Voiced by Tomokazu Sugita, Sakamoto’s double life serves as a central theme, mixing intense action with humorous domestic moments.
The teaser shows Sakamoto’s past and present side by side, depicting his transformation from a fearsome killer to a family man. This contrast is clearly depicted through the use of color and tone – Sakamoto’s violent past is depicted in monochrome, while his present life is vibrant and full of humorous elements.
Director Masaaki Watanabe, known for his work Seikaisuru KadoThe project is being spearheaded by TMS Entertainment, the studio behind the hit films Dr. Stone And Lupin the ThirdWatanabe has expressed his excitement about capturing the manga’s dynamic action and humor, aiming to bring Sakamoto’s character to life through the unique aspects of animation.
Alongside the teaser, Netflix also released a poster featuring a striking black and white illustration of Sakamoto, depicting his two different lives. The anime aims to preserve the essence of Suzuki’s manga, which has garnered over 5 million copies in circulation since its debut in 2020.
In a major change from its usual release strategy, Netflix announced that Sakamoto Days A weekly release schedule will be followed. This change is a departure from the streamer’s traditional approach of releasing entire seasons at once. The weekly release model, which was previously used until recently, Delicious in the dungeonThis reflects a growing recognition of anime fans’ preference for episodic viewing, allowing for continued engagement and community discussion.
Netflix’s decision to release Sakamoto Days The weekly is a response to criticisms of its episode-dumping strategy, which has been blamed for the cultural impact of series such as JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone OceanBy adopting a weekly schedule, Netflix aims to promote a more enjoyable and longer-lasting viewing experience, helping new shows build a devoted fan base over time.
