The anime adaptation of SAKAMOTO DAYS, set to premiere in January 2025, is based on the manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump since November 2020. This assassin solid-action story follows Taro Sakamoto, a legendary hitman turned family man, as he battles relentless assassins to protect the peaceful life he cherishes with his beloved family. The manga has surpassed 6 million copies in circulation.

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the story, characters, and voice cast to deepen your understanding of the series.

Story

Feared by all villains and admired by every assassin, he was the ultimate hitman—until one day, he fell in love!

Sakamoto, smitten at first sight with Aoi, a clerk at a convenience store, retired from his life as an assassin without hesitation. After marriage and the birth of his daughter, he now runs a small shop in a peaceful town. However, he’s unrecognizable from his former self… having gained a significant amount of weight!

To protect the peaceful life he cherishes with his beloved family, this legendary ex-hitman takes on a parade of assassins coming after him.

A neo-action story where the ordinary meets the extraordinary begins here!

Characters

Taro Sakamoto
CV: Tomokazu Sugita

Once the strongest hitman, Sakamoto retired after falling in love with Aoi.
Now, he runs the peaceful "Sakamoto Store" in a quiet town.
He fights with improvised weapons, using whatever is available around him.
Above all, he loves his wife and daughter deeply.

Shin Asakura
CV: Nobunaga Shimazaki

A former subordinate of Sakamoto during his hitman days, Shin is a psychic who can read minds.
Initially sent by his organization to assassinate Sakamoto, he is moved by the warmth of the Sakamoto family and decides to retire as a hitman.
Shin now works at the Sakamoto Store and looks up to Sakamoto as a mentor and role model.

Lu Shaotang
CV: Ayane Sakura

A former mafia member and skilled practitioner of Tai Chi.
She was rescued by Sakamoto and Shin when pursued by a rival organization.
Currently working at the Sakamoto Store, she is cheerful, kind, and gets along well with Hana but often clashes with Shin.
She is particularly skilled at making steamed buns.

Aoi Sakamoto
CV: Nao Toyama

Sakamoto’s wife and Hana’s mother.
Sakamoto fell in love with her at first sight while she was working at a convenience store, and they later married.
A strong and gentle woman, she always cooks delicious meals for her family.
She has immense trust in Sakamoto.

Hana Sakamoto
CV: Hina Kino

Sakamoto’s precious daughter.
She resembles her mother, Aoi, in her bright and kind personality.
Hana loves Sugar-chan, the mascot character of Sugar Park.

Heisuke Mashimo
CV: Ryota Suzuki

A highly skilled unconventional sniper who can hit targets with ricochets.
Despite his poor abilities outside of shooting, which led to him being fired from a hitman company, his talent was recognized by Sakamoto, who invited him to join his group.
He fights alongside his bird companion, Piske, showcasing excellent teamwork in combat.
Heisuke is simple-minded but deeply loyal to his friends.

Nagumo
CV: Natsuki Hanae

A member of ORDER, an elite special operations unit under the Hitman Association, and a former colleague of Sakamoto.
A master of disguise and a highly skilled fighter, Nagumo is always lighthearted but has a habit of lying and provoking others, making his true intentions hard to read.

Shishiba
CV: Taku Yashiro

A member of ORDER.
Calm, composed, and logical, Kashima dislikes onions.
He often works with his junior partner, Osaragi, showing a caring and supportive side.
Kashima speaks with a Kansai accent and frequently teases Osaragi.
He uses a nail hammer as his weapon of choice for its versatility.

Osaragi
CV: Saori Hayami

A member of ORDER.
She joined the group after Sakamoto left and often teams up with Kashima.
Osaragi is easygoing and absentminded, which often frustrates Kashima.
She loves eating and engaging in rituals for good luck.
Despite her petite appearance, she wields a massive chainsaw with dynamic force in battle.

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Staff

【Original Work】: Yuto Suzuki (Serialized in Shueisha's "Weekly Shonen Jump")
【Director】: Masaki Watanabe
【Series Composition】: Taku Kishimoto
【Character Design】: Yō Moriyama
【Art Director】: Yukiko Maruyama
【Color Design】: Manami Sasa
【Director of Photography】: Tsai Pak-Lun
【Editor】: Aya Hida
【Sound Director】: Jin Aketagawa
【Music】: Yuki Hayashi
【Opening Theme】: Vaundy "Hashire SAKAMOTO"
【Production】: TMS Entertainment

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