A new visual and promotional video for the upcoming anime adaptation "Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube," airing July 2025 on TV Asahi, has been officially released. The announcement also revealed additional cast and staff members, with Ai Kakuma voicing Yukime.

Ai Kakuma to Voice Yukime; Cast and Staff Announced

Joining the cast as Class 5-3 students are Ryoko Shiraishi as Hiroshi Tateno, Aya Suzaki as Kyoko Inaba, Tomoyo Kurosawa as Miki Hosokawa, Ryota Iwasaki as Katsuya Kimura, and Shiho Kokido as Makoto Kurita. Aya Endo voices Ritsuko Takahashi, the teacher of Class 5-2, while Tomoyuki Morikawa reprises his role as Nube’s ultimate rival, Kyosuke Tamamo.

New PV Highlights Action, Mystery, and Beloved Characters

The newly released PV features Nube arriving in the eerie Domori Town, students desperately seeking his help, the mysterious youth Tamamo, and Yukime, who claims to be Nube’s fiancée. It also showcases thrilling action scenes, highlighting Nube unleashing his iconic "Demon Hand" to battle supernatural threats.

"Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube": A Legendary Series Returns After 26 Years

Based on the manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from 1993 to 1999, "Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube" follows Meisuke Nueno ("Nube"), a teacher equipped with supernatural abilities from his "Demon Hand," fighting to protect his students from evil spirits and yokai. The manga achieved immense popularity, with over 29 million copies sold, spawning a TV anime adaptation (1996–1997) and a live-action drama in 2014 starring Ryuhei Maruyama.

The new anime adaptation marks the series' return after 26 years, adapting the setting for contemporary audiences. Ryotaro Okiayu reprises his role as Meisuke Nueno, with Studio KAI in charge of animation production.

Comments from Cast and Staff:

Ryoko Shiraishi (Hiroshi Tateno): "I'm thrilled to voice Hiroshi in the Reiwa-era Nube! The recording atmosphere is warm yet tense, anchored by Okiayu-san's steady presence. I’m fully embracing Hiroshi's courageous (and funny) spirit. Don’t miss the broadcast—even though it might scare you awake!"

Aya Suzaki (Kyoko Inaba): "It's surreal voicing Kyoko Inaba after growing up glued to the original anime. Our generation-friendly cast is making this production a delightful experience. Expect a thrilling, funny, and truly spooky show suitable for adults nostalgic for Nube, as well as today’s younger audiences!"

Tomoyo Kurosawa (Miki Hosokawa): "The responsibility of succeeding the original cast is immense. I aim to honor that legacy carefully. Please look forward to my performance!"

Ryota Iwasaki (Katsuya Kimura): "Voicing Katsuya is a childhood dream come true! Our passion for Nube will surely reach the audience. Enjoy the modern-day Nube!"

Shiho Kokido (Makoto Kurita): "As a kid, I secretly watched Nube with my father despite my mother's warnings. Participating now is a dream realized—could it be the work of a yokai?!"

Aya Endo (Ritsuko Takahashi): "Recording alongside fellow lifelong Nube fans has been fantastic. Becoming Nube’s colleague is surreal! Please support Ms. Ritsuko Takahashi, who, like me, deeply fears ghosts!"

Ai Kakuma (Yukime): "I fondly remember imitating Nube’s Demon Hand as a child. Playing Yukime is astonishing! Please enjoy this modern iteration!"

Tomoyuki Morikawa (Kyosuke Tamamo): "Returning as Nube’s rival Tamamo is a joy. I'm already practicing lines as the fox-demon Tamamo—stay tuned! Adios!"

Director Yasuyuki Oishi: "I once shivered reading Nube, now I’m thrilled to deliver scares to audiences. Our dedicated team aims to make this an unforgettable anime experience."

Series Composer Yoshiki Okusa: "As former 'Domori Elementary alumni,' our team is committed to creating a new Nube for today’s generation. Look forward to the hero's return from the depths of hell!"

Character Designer Yuu Yoshiyama: "Becoming Nube's character designer feels fated. I'm committed to creating a fun, dynamic, and fresh Nube. Enjoy the broadcast!"

Composer Evan Call: "Composing for Nube was exciting—mixing authentic horror, warmth, charm, and everyday scenes. My music reflects deep respect for the original."

STAFF

Original Creators: Shou Makura (Story), Takeshi Okano (Art), Shueisha (Publisher)
Director: Yasuyuki Oishi
Assistant Director: Fumito Yamada
Series Composition: Yoshiki Okusa
Character Design: Yuu Yoshiyama
Assistant Character Design: Atsuko Takahashi
Prop Design: Eriko Ito
Yokai Design: Hironori Tanaka, Kijimaru
Action Directors: Takahiro Kagami, Yuu Yoshiyama
Setting Design: Akihiro Hirasawa
Art Director: Minami Kasuga
Color Design: Hironori Noji
3DCG Director: Masanari Kira
Screen Design: Hitoshi Tamura
Director of Photography: Eiko Hiramoto
Editor: Masato Yoshitake
Sound Director: Yasushi Nagura
Sound Effects: Eiko Morikawa, Rio Sato
Recording: Soushi Shiihara
Music: Evan Call
Animation Production: STUDIO KAI

CAST

Meisuke Nueno (Nube): Ryotaro Okiayu
Hiroshi Tateno: Ryoko Shiraishi
Kyoko Inaba: Aya Suzaki
Miki Hosokawa: Tomoyo Kurosawa
Katsuya Kimura: Ryota Iwasaki
Makoto Kurita: Shiho Kokido
Ritsuko Takahashi: Aya Endo
Yukime: Ai Kakuma
Kyosuke Tamamo: Tomoyuki Morikawa

New Trailer

Source : ORICON NEWS