The next episode of the Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers sequel anime is set to arrive on July 28, 2026. Episode 4 of Part 2, which is the 16th episode overall in the series, continues the story of the new generation of warriors fighting against the forces of darkness. The episode will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll for audiences around the world.
Release Date and Time
Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers Part 2 Episode 4 (also known as Episode 16 of the overall series) will air on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. The series follows a weekly broadcast schedule, with new episodes releasing every Tuesday.
For viewers in Japan, the episode airs on Tokyo MX at 11:30 p.m. JST. The show also broadcasts on Kansai TV and BS11.
For international audiences watching on Crunchyroll, the episode will be available at the following times:
- Pacific Daylight Time: 8:00 a.m.
- Mountain Daylight Time: 9:00 a.m.
- Central Daylight Time: 10:00 a.m.
- Eastern Daylight Time: 11:00 a.m.
- Greenwich Mean Time: 3:00 p.m.
The series runs for two cours (parts) with at least 24 episodes planned for the season. Part 2 began on July 7, 2026 with Episode 13.
Where to Watch
Crunchyroll is the primary streaming platform for Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers worldwide. The service offers the series with English subtitles.
In Japan, the anime is also available on streaming services including U-NEXT, Anime Hōdai, and d Anime Store. These platforms typically make episodes available shortly after the broadcast.
What Happened Before
The Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers anime is a sequel to the original Samurai Troopers series (known as Ronin Warriors in the West), which aired from 1988 to 1989. The new series follows a fresh generation of warriors who must defend humanity when the seal of the Demon Realm breaks and demon soldiers invade the Human World.
The first cour (Part 1) ran from January 6, 2026 to March 24, 2026, consisting of 12 episodes. The story picks up with the evil spirit of Arago, the Emperor of Doom, returning to threaten the world once again.
Part 2 began with Episode 13 on July 7, 2026. The second cour introduced new characters and continued the battle against the demon forces.
Episode 14, which aired on July 14, featured the return of Gai, a key character who made his comeback in that episode.
Episode 15 aired on July 21.
The series features a cast of young warriors who wear legendary armor called Yoroi Gear to fight against the demon invasion. The animation is produced by Sunrise, the studio behind many classic mecha and action anime.
What to Expect in Episode 4 of Part 2
Episode 4 of Part 2 (Episode 16 overall) is titled “Koubou” (Offense and Defense). The episode will focus on the characters Shion and Ryusei.
According to previews, the episode shows Shion and Ryusei facing each other at a place filled with memories. Shion wants to confirm the true feelings of Ryusei, but Ryusei responds with a cold attitude. The two characters, who once trained together, will have an important conversation.
The official preview images for the episode were released on July 23, 2026. New character cards showing the Braves in casual wear were also released alongside the preview.
The episode continues the story of the new generation of Samurai Troopers as they face the ongoing threat from the demon realm. The series mixes 3D computer-generated armor with traditional 2D character animation.
Cast and Crew
The Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers anime features a talented voice cast:
- Hiiro Ishibashi as Gai
- Kentarō Kumagai as Shion Ishida (Senkō no Shion)
- Shunsuke Takeuchi as Yamato Hōjō (Kōya no Yamato)
- Junya Enoki as Kaito Uesugi
Hina Suguta joined the cast in Part 2 as the new character Kaede Narumi, who first appears in Episode 13.
The creative team includes:
- Director: Yoichi Fujita
- Series composer and screenwriter: Shogo Muto
- Main character designer: Yuhei Murota
- Villain character designer: Tsukasa Kotobuki
- Animation production: Sunrise
The opening theme song for Part 2 is “BAD Idenshi” (Bad Gene) performed by Dannie May. The ending theme is “Bakemon” performed by Karanoah. The first cour featured opening theme “YOAKE (Dawn)” by blank paper and ending theme “POWER” by ONE OR EIGHT.
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About the Series
Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers is the first new TV anime in the franchise in 37 years. The original Samurai Troopers series aired from April 1988 to March 1989 and was followed by several OVA releases including Samurai Troopers Gaiden (1989), Samurai Troopers: Legend of the Bright Emperor (1989-1990), and Samurai Troopers: Message (1991).
The story takes place in Shinjuku, Tokyo, where five young warriors must rise to defend humanity when the seal of the Demon Realm breaks. The warriors summon their legendary armor and charge into battle against demon soldiers.
The series is produced by Sunrise and is an original anime creation.
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