The new Samurai Troopers anime series continues with its second cour, and fans are eager to know when they can watch the next episode. The show, which marks the first new TV anime in the Samurai Troopers franchise in nearly four decades, has been airing in split cours. The second part is set to begin in July 2026, with Episode 8 of the overall series arriving as part of this new batch of episodes.
When Does Part 2 Episode 8 Release?
Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers Part 2 Episode 8 is scheduled to air on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. The episode will broadcast in Japan at 11:30 PM JST on TOKYO MX and other networks.
For viewers around the world, here is when the episode will be available:
| Time Zone | Release Time |
|---|---|
| Japan Standard Time (JST) | Tuesday, September 1, 11:30 PM |
| Eastern Time (ET) | Tuesday, September 1, 10:30 AM |
| Pacific Time (PT) | Tuesday, September 1, 7:30 AM |
| British Summer Time (BST) | Tuesday, September 1, 3:30 PM |
| Central European Time (CET) | Tuesday, September 1, 4:30 PM |
| India Standard Time (IST) | Tuesday, September 1, 8:00 PM |
| Australian Eastern Time (AET) | Wednesday, September 2, 12:30 AM |
Where to Watch Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers Part 2 Episode 8
The anime is available on multiple streaming platforms. Crunchyroll streams the series in multiple regions worldwide, including the Americas, Europe, Africa, and more. The platform offers the show with English subtitles.
In Japan, the series airs on TOKYO MX, Kansai TV, and BS11. Japanese streaming services carrying the show include U-NEXT, Anime Hōdai, and d Anime Store.
For viewers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and India, Crunchyroll is the primary platform to watch the series. The platform typically makes new episodes available shortly after the Japanese broadcast.
Prime Video also offers the series in some regions.
Episode 8 Story Details
Episode 8, titled “Again,” follows the Troopers as they search for a weapon to defeat the villain Ramaga. Their quest leads them to an old ally from the original series: the tiger White Blaze.
The episode brings back the iconic white tiger who was a companion to the original Samurai Troopers. The Troopers visit a zoo with Jun to search for a sacred beast, but things take an unexpected turn when Kairai and his friends wake up in an eerie way.
“The Troopers quest for a weapon to defeat Ramaga puts them on the trail of an old ally: the tiger White Blaze.”
The episode also deals with the fallout from Director Chihara’s shocking revelation. Kaito struggles to accept his situation after learning the truth about his past. The Troopers learn that to complete the Overlord, gathering the three sacred treasures is not enough—the Sword of Conquest must regain its original brilliance, and the power of a certain sacred beast is needed.
What Happened in Previous Episodes
The first cour of Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers aired 12 episodes from January to March 2026. The story is set in present-day Shinjuku, 38 years after the events of the original series.
The series follows five young warriors who possess legendary armor. When the seal of the Demon Realm shatters, demon soldiers surge into the Human World, and these warriors rise to meet the invasion.
Key plot points leading to Episode 8 include:
- Episode 6 featured a shocking revelation and the loss of a teammate, leaving the Troopers reeling.
- Episode 7 dealt with Director Chihara’s shocking truth, which left Kaito unable to accept his situation.
- The villain Ramaga has been a constant threat, and the Troopers have been searching for ways to defeat him.
The series is directed by Yoichi Fujita, known for his work on “Gintama” and “Mr. Osomatsu”. The series composition and scriptwriting are handled by Shogo Muto, known for “Kamen Rider Build” and “Crows Zero”. The anime is produced by Sunrise.
What to Expect in Part 2
The second cour of Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers premiered on July 7, 2026, and will run for 12 episodes through September 22, 2026. The second part continues the story directly from where the first cour ended.
Crunchyroll continues to stream the series as part of its summer 2026 lineup. The second cour features new cast additions, including Hirofumi Nojima as Toma Hashiba, Ryotaro Okiayu as Seiji Date, and Nozomu Sasaki as Shin Mouri.
The series remains the first new TV anime in the franchise in about 37 years, following the original “Yoroiden Samurai Troopers” which aired from April 1988 to March 1989.
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How to Catch Up Before Episode 8
New viewers can watch the first cour of Yoroi Shin Den Samurai Troopers on Crunchyroll to understand the full story before Part 2 Episode 8 arrives. The first 12 episodes are available with English subtitles.
The series is a sequel to the classic Samurai Troopers (also known as Ronin Warriors in the West), which aired in the late 1980s. The original series is also available on Crunchyroll for those who want to experience the full story.
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