The magical world of ‘Kunon the Sorcerer Can See’ is preparing for its grand debut! Fans are buzzing as the upcoming TV anime, based on the beloved fantasy light novel series, has just released its enchanting first teaser trailer. Adding to the excitement, the production team announced that popular voice actress Akari Kito will be lending her talent to the role of Mirica Huguria.
Mark your calendars: the series is slated to begin its broadcast in Japan in January 2026 across TOKYO MX, BS Asahi, and WOWOW. For international viewers, Crunchyroll has confirmed it will be simulcasting the series, ensuring fans worldwide can follow Kunon’s extraordinary journey.
The original ‘Kunon the Sorcerer Can See’ light novels, penned by Umikaze Minamino and beautifully illustrated by Laruha, first captivated readers on the Shosetsuka ni Naro website in August 2021. Fujimi Shobo, under their Kadokawa Books imprint, publishes the print version in Japan, with seven volumes available to date. English-speaking audiences can also delve into Kunon’s adventures, thanks to Yen Press, who publishes the English translation.
Bringing this rich fantasy to life is an esteemed production team at animation studio Platinum Vision, with Hideaki Oba at the helm as director. Yuki Enatsu is handling the series composition and scripts, while Yoko Sato and Toshimitsu Kobayashi are responsible for the character designs. The atmospheric music will be composed by Shunsuke Takizawa of TRYTONELABO.
Crunchyroll offers a glimpse into the anime’s intriguing premise: ‘Kunon, a young man who cannot see, harbors an ambitious goal: to forge new eyes through the power of water magic. After a mere five months of intense study, Kunon’s innate genius allowed him to surpass even his own mentor, honing his extraordinary talent as he endeavors to achieve a feat never before accomplished. This fantasy tale promises to unravel the journey of a blind prodigy who, driven by curiosity and a relentless pursuit of magic, begins to unveil a whole new world.’ Get ready to be enchanted by a story of brilliance, determination, and the boundless possibilities of magic!