As seen on HIDIVE ‘SWORD OF THE DEMON HUNTER’ arrives on Blu-ray 26th October 2026 from Acorn Media |

DISCOVER EXCITING new supernatural historical anime series Sword of the Demon Hunter – an epic tale of revenge, produced by Yokohama Animation Laboratory and directed by Kazuya Aiura (Assassins Pride). Based on the popular novels and manga by Motoo Nakanishi, this Japanese fantasy series chronicles the fight between man and demon, from the Edo period to modern day.With a gripping mix of supernatural samurai action, adventure, tragedy, romance and drama, this 24-part series will transport viewers on a thrilling journey through time when it arrives on Blu-ray 26 October, courtesy of Acorn Media International.

In the Edo period, young siblings Jinta and Suzune escape their abusive father, finding salvation with a family in the mountain village of Kadono. After years of training, Jinta becomes a guardian, swearing to protect the village and shrine maiden, who he harbours deep feelings for. One day, while defeating a mighty demon, Jinta gains its powers and learns of a terrifying prophecy that in the distant future a Demon God, from his very village, will rise to power and threaten all of humanity. His family is shattered forever when Suzune discovers a dark truth and the once inseparable siblings are torn apart by evil forces.

Betrayed by his closest confidant, Jinta changes his name and travels across Japan in search of his sister and the foretold destiny he dreads but must seek. So begins a centuries-spanning odyssey of one man and his mighty sword, hunting through time to seek justice for what he’s lost and find a reason to keep on fighting. Unleash the wrath of the Sword of the Demon Hunter and embark on an endless quest where demons, cursed prophesies, broken oaths and tragic heroes collide in a fight between good and evil.