Get ready, fans of ‘Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin’! Crunchyroll is bringing back the beloved series with a thrilling new experience: two special anime episodes, collectively known as ‘Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin Kokorowa Rice Cultivation Diary.’ These highly anticipated specials shift the spotlight to the enchanting Princess Kokorowa, offering a fresh perspective on the lore you love.
The first episode is already available for streaming as of February 15, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. PT. Don’t worry if you missed it, as the second captivating episode is set to follow on February 22, 2026, at the same time. These specials will be accessible to viewers across a vast range of territories, including North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS regions.
For those unfamiliar, ‘Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin’ is an anime adaptation of the highly acclaimed 2020 action-RPG video game, developed by Edelweiss and published by Marvelous. The game quickly garnered a dedicated following for its unique blend of side-scrolling combat and intricate rice farming simulation.
These special episodes are brought to life by a talented team. Masayuki Yoshihara is at the helm as director at the renowned animation studio P.A.WORKS. The compelling script is penned by Keigo Koyanagi, while original character designs by Ryota Murayama have been adapted for animation by Mio Fujishima. The series’ distinctive atmosphere is further enhanced by music from Yoshiaki Fujisawa.
If you’re new to the world of Sakuna, Crunchyroll also streams the main ‘Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin’ series. The story unfolds in the ancient land of Yanato, a realm divided between the divine Lofty Realm and the human Lowly Realm. Here, Princess Sakuna, born to the god of war and goddess of harvest, leads a rather carefree existence. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she is banished to Hinoe Island, a land teeming with demons. Stranded and challenged, Sakuna embarks on a remarkable journey to master both demon-slaying and the art of rice cultivation, beginning a grand new adventure unlike any other.