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NIPPON SANGOKU: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun

NIPPON SANGOKU: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun
★ 8.7/10•2026•TV-MA•Animation•Drama•War & Politics
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A revolution sparked by nuclear war, natural disaster, and misrule leads to the collapse of Japanese society. The country splits into three nations vying for hegemony, and the Sangoku era begins. Aoteru Misumi, a former agricultural officer, vows to reunify Japan. He rises through the ranks with only his knowledge and eloquence. Witness the legend of the man later hailed as a genius strategist.

StatusReturning Series
LanguageJA
First Air DateApr 5, 2026

Episodes

Episode 1 - An Oath for PeaceE126m

An Oath for Peace

Aoteru Misumi is a young man living in the countryside of Ehime, Yamato. Working as an agricultural officer, he lives a quiet life with his wife, Saki. One day, they are visited by a horseback procession fit for a king. The most extravagant horse-drawn carriage in this procession carries none other than Denki Taira, the lord of home affairs and true ruler of Yamato.

Apr 5, 2026

Episode 2 - ToryumonE226m

Toryumon

Having lost the love of his life, Aoteru is determined to fulfill the promise he made to her of creating a peaceful world. He travels to Osaka to take the exam given by Borderland General Mitsuhide Ryumon in the hopes of serving under him. Upon arriving, he finds a cheap hotel to stay in. But Aoteru will find no rest there, as he immediately encounters a certain individual.

Apr 12, 2026

Episode 3 - Imperial CouncilE326m

Imperial Council

Aoteru and Yoshitsune Asama take the Toryumon, an employment exam required to work under Ryumon. The conditions for passing are simple: the examinees must bring him to his knees. It seems that knowledge of the art of war alone will not be enough. They will also need their resourcefulness to get through this trial.

Apr 19, 2026

Episode 4 - The Seii CoupE426m

The Seii Coup

Three years after passing the Toryumon, Aoteru is working hard under Ryumon to perform his duties to their fullest. Meanwhile, Yamato sends a demand for unconditional surrender to the neighboring nation of Seii, which has been unstable due to the harsh winter conditions. In Seii, the embers of rebellion are quietly stoked.

Apr 26, 2026

Episode 5 - The Borderland General Corps Marches OutE526m

The Borderland General Corps Marches Out

A new dictatorship comes to power in Seii when Ohga Wajima suggests subduing Yamato by force. She establishes her administration overnight, declaring her resolve across the land. Ohga quickly captures the hearts of her people with her charm and political prowess, and within Seii, momentum grows to launch a campaign against Yamato.

May 3, 2026

Episode 6 - Eve of WarE626m

Eve of War

Tonotsugu Taira, Denki Taira's heir, is ordered by Fuji III, the emperor of Yamato, to go to Kanazawa with the Borderland General Corps' Right Lieutenant General, Goh Sugoh. While Tonotsugu is optimistic about this opportunity, Sugoh harbors concerns that it is a trap set by Seii.

May 10, 2026

Episode 7 - The Kanazawa Night RaidE726m

The Kanazawa Night Raid

When Seii invades Kuzuryu Castle, tensions between Seii and Yamato come to a head. Sensing something strange about the situation, the Yamato army led by Ryumon decide to halt their advance. Meanwhile, having gone ahead, Tonotsugu's men enter Seii without knowing that war has broken out, and are given a warm welcome by Muuton Nagao.

May 17, 2026

Episode 8 - Dragon vs. TigerE826m

Dragon vs. Tiger

Muuton's night raid on Kanazawa ended in failure, but the main forces of the Seii army continue their advance on the Borderland General Corps. The decisive battle between Ohga and Ryumon draws near.

May 24, 2026

Episode 9 - Tears for YayakichiE926m

Tears for Yayakichi

The decisive clash between Ohga and Ryumon ends in Ryumon's victory, secured through the "Empty Fort Stratagem," leaving Ohga's loss of authority plain for all to see. With her prestige in ruins, Ohga turns to the counsel of her trusted strategist, Yayakichi Hei.

May 31, 2026

Episode 10 - Reunion of Mortal EnemiesE1026m

Reunion of Mortal Enemies

Thanks to Yayakichi's strategy, Ohga restores her authority and rises once more. Though the Yamato forces are pushed to the brink, Ryumon and his strategist, Kaku, have already entrusted a bold plan to a young man to break this dire stalemate.

Jun 7, 2026

Episode 11 - Lie on Firewood and Council the HeavensE1126m

Lie on Firewood and Council the Heavens

Aoteru finally reunites with Denki Taira, but his eyes are fixed on something else entirely. As Aoteru reveals the true meaning behind his call to retreat, Denki stands firmly opposed. In the end, all decisions are placed in the emperor's hands.

Jun 14, 2026

Episode 12 - The Fall of SeiiE1226m

The Fall of Seii

Through a heartfelt plea, Aoteru finally persuades the emperor. Yoshitsune delivers an imperial decree to Ryumon, who prepares to face the Seii forces. Meanwhile, Seii schemes to annihilate Yamato with its "Winter General Strategy." As both sides act, the conflict between the two nations reaches its climax.

Jun 21, 2026

Actors

Kensho Ono

Kensho Ono

Aoteru Misumi (voice)

Jun Fukuyama

Jun Fukuyama

Asama Yoshitune (voice)

Takashi Nagasako

Takashi Nagasako

Denki Taira (voice)

Asami Seto

Asami Seto

Saki Higashimachi (voice)

Megumi Han

Megumi Han

Narrator (voice)

Kazuhiro Yamaji

Kazuhiro Yamaji

Mitsuhide Ryūmon (voice)

Yuichi Nakamura

Yuichi Nakamura

Yasuaki Kaku (voice)

Taihi Kimura

Taihi Kimura

Fuji III (voice)

Minami Tsuda

Minami Tsuda

Ōga Wajima (voice)

Kenyu Horiuchi

Kenyu Horiuchi

Yayakichi Hei (voice)

Shuichiro Umeda

Shuichiro Umeda

Nagao Muuton (voice)

Shunsuke Sakuya

Shunsuke Sakuya

Akii Kura (voice)

Ayumu Murase

Ayumu Murase

Tonotsugu Taira (voice)

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