TV Anime "Ghost in the Shell: The Ghost in the Shell," to air on Kansai Television and Fuji TV's nationwide "Fire Animax!!" lineup
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/991/G999103/20251022053/
Editorial Department: Chihiro | 2025/10/23 09:00 (UTC)
Bandai Namco Filmsworks today (October 23, 2025) announced that the TV anime “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” will air on the newly established nationwide “Fire Animeval!!” time slot on Tuesday nights at 11:00 PM on Kansai Telecasting Corporation and Fuji Television Network, starting January 2026. Specific details such as exact airing dates will be announced via the official Ghost in the Shell global website and social media channels.
This series was initially announced in May 2024 as a new TV anime project titled “Ghost in the Shell (tentative)” by Science SARU. In April 2025, the official title was revealed, along with details about key staff: Mokochan, who previously served as deputy director on Dandadan, will make his debut as director; and renowned science fiction novelist Takashi Yagami will handle series composition and scriptwriting (see related link). Additionally, as previously reported in an article published in July, the title logo design was created by artist Hajime Sorayama.
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On July 4, 2025, Bandai Namco Filmsworks unveiled the title logo design created by artist Hajime Sorayama as part of the latest updates for the upcoming TV anime “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL,” scheduled to premiere in 2026. Alongside this release, comments from Sorayama, a second teaser trailer, and a new teaser visual were also revealed.
[July 4, 2025, 11:00 AM]
The “Fire Animeval!!” time slot, where Ghost in the Shell will air, was conceived with imagery of “Fire Ani” (Tuesday anime), “Bar” (Western-style izakaya), and “Carnival,” aiming to create a shared moment when everyone gathers around their TVs at night. The goal is to launch animations that captivate audiences worldwide through this time slot. The exclamation mark “!!” in the title represents the broadcast time: 11 PM.
※Updated article content slightly on October 24, 2025, around 11:30 AM.
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A landmark cyberpunk sci-fi series | New TV anime
“Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL”
Announced to air on nationwide Kansai Telecasting Corporation & Fuji Television Network Tuesday nights at 11:00 PM “Fire Animeval!!” slot!!
2026 Broadcast | Animation Production: Science SARU
Since the original comic was first published in 1989 by Masamune Shirow in “Young Magazine Special” (Kodansha), the Ghost in the Shell franchise has continued to inspire and challenge audiences worldwide through a wide range of works—including the iconic animated film GHOST IN THE SHELL directed by Mamoru Oshii (1995)—and various other media such as live-action Hollywood films.
Today, it was officially announced that the new TV anime series “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL,” scheduled to air in 2026, will be broadcast on the nationwide Kansai Telecasting Corporation & Fuji Television Network Tuesday night 11:00 PM “Fire Animeval!!” time slot. This announcement was made during today’s official press conference unveiling the new anime lineup “Fire Animeval!!.”
“Fire Animeval!!” is the name of a newly launched animation block on Kansai Telecasting Corporation & Fuji Television Network, starting in January 2026, airing every Tuesday at 11:00 PM. The name combines imagery of “Fire Ani” (Tuesday anime), “Bar” (Western-style izakaya), and “Carnival,” reflecting the intention to create a shared evening moment when people gather around their TVs—and to launch animations that can captivate audiences worldwide from this time slot. The final “!!” in the title symbolizes the broadcast time: 11 PM.
The TV anime “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” features Mokochan as director—previously known for his work as deputy director on Dandadan and other notable projects at Science SARU, marking this series as Mokochan’s debut as lead director. Series composition and scriptwriting are handled by acclaimed science fiction novelist Takashi Yagami, author of works such as Self-Reference ENGINE, and also known for his work on the TV anime series Godzilla S.P
Further details on release dates and other announcements will be shared sequentially via the official Ghost in the Shell global website and social media channels.
◆Teaser Visual #2 version Hajime Sorayama
[Illustration: Shuhei Handa]
◆Series Overview
Title: Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL
Format: TV Animation
Original Work: Shirow Masamune’s “Ghost in the Shell” (Kodansha KC Deluxe Edition)
Director: Mokochan
Series Composition & Script: Takashi Yagami
Character Design & Chief Animation Director: Shuhei Handa
Animation Production: Science SARU
Broadcast: Nationwide Kansai Telecasting Corporation & Fuji Television Network, every Tuesday at 11:00 PM “Fire Animeval!!” slot, 2026
◆Trailer #2 version Hajime Sorayama
URL https://youtu.be/AoXr8llKZEI
©2026 Shirow Masamune/KODANSHA/THE GHOST IN THE SHELL COMMITTEE
Thumbnail image for Gallery No.002 / TV anime “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” announced to air on the new nationwide “Fire Animeval!!” time slot on Kansai Telecasting Corporation & Fuji Television Network Thumbnail image for Gallery No.003 / TV anime “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” announced to air on the new nationwide “Fire Animeval!!” time slot on Kansai Telecasting Corporation & Fuji Television Network
Main Staff
● Original Work: Shirow Masamune
Began his career in manga and illustration fields in 1982. Author of works such as Appleseed (1984–Shinchosha), Dominion (1984–Shogakukan → Shinchosha), Ghost in the Shell (1989–Kodansha), and Xenon: The Orion Project (1990–Shinchosha). He provided original concepts for Red Shell Pandora (2012–Kadokawa), wrote scripts and storyboards for the anime Black Magic M-66, created illustrations for various art book series including INTRON DEPOT (1992–Shinchosha), W·TAILS CAT (2012–GOT), and GREASEBERRIES (2014–GOT). He also contributed artwork to novels such as Classical Fantasy Within by Soji Shimada (2008–Kodansha) and The Third [Complete Edition] (2015–Mainichi Shimbun), as well as concept art, illustrations, and storyboards for various video games and anime projects.
● Director: Mokochan
Born in 1992. Joined Science SARU in 2015. Full name: Shoma Kimura. Studied under director Masaaki Yuasa alongside Hayato Yamashiro as assistant director. He served as storyboard artist and episode director on The Tale of the Heike (2022) and Four Frames Time Machine Blues (2022). On Scott Pilgrim Takes Off (2023), he handled storyboards, direction, and also directed the opening animation. For Dandadan (2024), he served as deputy director, storyboard artist, episode director, and responsible for end-credit animation. This upcoming 2026 TV anime series “Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL” marks Mokochan’s debut as lead director.
● Series Composition & Script: Takashi Yagami
Born in Sapporo in 1972. Made his literary debut in 2007 with Self-Reference ENGINE, which earned him the Philip K. Dick Award Special Prize. He won the Akutagawa Prize for The Butterfly of the Jester, the Japan SF Grand Prize Special Award for Empire of the Corpse (co-authored with Keiichi Itô), and the Japan SF Grand Prize for Textual Vortex. His works include Code Buddha, which earned him the Yomiuri Literary Prize. He has also served as scriptwriter for the anime series Godzilla S.P. and contributed to science fiction research. Translations include Charles Yu’s Living Safely in a Sci-Fi Universe and Lafcadio Hearn’s Kwaidan.
● Character Design & Chief Animation Director: Shuhei Handa
Born in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture in 1984. Former employee of GAINAX. Freelance animator associated with TRIGGER. He contributed to works such as the “Anime Mirai” version of Little Witch Academia (2013), Kill la Kill (2013–2014), and One Punch Man (2015), before serving as character designer and chief animation director on Little Witch Academia (TV) (2017). He later contributed to Spriggan (2022) and Scott Pilgrim Takes Off (2023), expanding his creative scope. And so, his journey continues…
Production Information
Science SARU Inc.
An animation studio dedicated to developing new techniques and nurturing young talent, producing works across television, theatrical releases, and streaming platforms. Notable titles include the Annona International Animation Film Festival’s Grand Prize (Crystal Award) winner The Song of the Nightingale, Night Is Short, Walk on Girl, DEVILMAN crybaby, Don’t Touch My Animated Movie!, Dog King, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, Your Color, and the Dandadan series. The TV anime SANDA is currently receiving strong audience reception, while upcoming projects include the 2026 premiere of Ghost in the Shell THE GHOST IN THE SHELL, the TV anime Tent of Jade Dugual, and Season 3 of Dandadan.
[Information]
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○ Official Global Website: https://theghostintheshell.jp
Original Work Information
Ghost in the Shell The Ghost in The Shell
Original Work: Shirow Masamune (Kodansha KC Deluxe Edition)
Based on the manga “The Ghost in the Shell” by Shirow Masamune originally serialized in YOUNG MAGAZINE published by KODANSHA Ltd.
https://theghostintheshell.jp/
Originally launched as a sci-fi series in 1989 by manga artist Shirow Masamune, beginning serialization in the fifth issue of Young Magazine Special, published by Kodansha. The story centers on Motoko Kusanagi, a full-body cyborg with exceptional abilities in cyber warfare and hand-to-hand combat. As leader of the elite task force known as Section 9, she leads her team in confronting increasingly sophisticated criminal threats. With its realistic and meticulous artwork, this series explores cyberpunk aesthetics alongside profound philosophical themes such as human-technology integration and individual identity—inspiring countless creators worldwide. Following the 1995 theatrical anime GHOST IN THE SHELL directed by Mamoru Oshii, the franchise expanded with the TV anime Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2002) by Kenji Kamiyama, the movie series Ghost in the Shell: Arise (2013) led by Wataru Yoshizumi, the Hollywood live-action film Ghost in the Shell (2017), and the streaming anime Ghost in the Shell SAC_2045, co-directed by Kenji Kamiyama and Shunichi Saito in 2020. The franchise continues to evolve across theatrical films, TV series, games, and more—each adaptation offering a unique narrative, interpretation, and artistic expression distinct from the original manga.
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Related Event Information
First-ever large-scale exhibition spanning all Ghost in the Shell anime series
“Ghost in the Shell Exhibition: Ghost and the Shell”
Announced to take place at Tokyo Node, Hozomon Hills!
[Venue and Event Overview]
Dates: Friday, January 30, 2026 – Sunday, April 5, 2026
Tickets: Details and sales to be announced in autumn 2025
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Last entry at 7:30 PM)
Note: Opening and closing times may vary on event days or closed periods.
Venue: TOKYO NODE GALLERY A/B/C
Address: 45F, Station Tower, Hozomon Hills, 2-6-2 Hozomon, Minato City, Tokyo
Organizer: Ghost in the Shell Exhibition “Ghost and the Shell” Production Committee
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