Yasuke English Sub & Dub

About Yasuke

If you are hunting for a new action series, Yasuke (Yasuke -ヤスケ-) deserves a look (2021). The setup goes like this. At its core: In a war-torn feudal Japan filled with mechs and magic, the greatest ronin never known, Yasuke, struggles to maintain a peaceful existence after a past life of violence. But when a local village grows into the center of social upheaval between warring daimyo, Yasuke must take up his sword and transport a mysterious child who is the target of dark forces and bloodthirsty warlords.

Further in, the story of Yasuke, the first African samurai who actually served the legendary Oda Nobunaga, will be released to the world.

In an action series like this, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Nobunaga Oda (Takehiro Hira) and Yasuke (Jun Soejima) are two of the characters you will meet early. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. At 6 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with MAPPA, which means the visual identity of Yasuke follows that studio's craft. The action focus matters here: fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. With a 5.6/10 score, it is more of a niche pick than a universal crowd-pleaser. Voice casting, including Takehiro Hira as Nobunaga Oda, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2021, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.