Love all things supernatural? Well, there’s a good news for you awaiting this year in 2023 as the Netflix TUDUM has finally revealed that the brainchild of Baku Yumemakura, Onmyoji will receive it’s first anime adaptation ever!
Revealing the main staff, a concept picture and a character visual, Netflix announced that “Onmyoji Episode 1” will be a Netflix exclusive show. With Netflix’s early announcements, the Studio Partner of Onmyoji Episode 1 also came to the forefront.
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Studio Marvy Jack is associated with the creation of the anime, while Soubi Yamamoto will serve as the director of the series’ episode 1.
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Onmyoji Episode 1 Key Highlights
- Several rumors suggest that Baku Yumemakura’s debut anime adaptation, Onmyoji Episode 1, will air in November.
- The series of novels takes us to the Heian period of Japan, introducing us to the protagonist, Abe No Seimei, a master of Onmyodo, traditional Japanese form of Cosmology.
- Onmyoji Episode 1 is a Netflix exclusive show.
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Onmyoji Episode 1 Overview
Title | Onmyoji |
No. Of Season | 1 |
No. Of Episode | Not confirmed |
Status | Upcoming |
Studios | Marvy Jack |
Genre | Historical Fantasy |
Writer | Natsu Hashimoto, Yuiko Kato (Story by Baku Yumemakura) |
Country Of Origin | Japan |
Original Language | Japanese |
Available Language | Japanese, English (Speculated) |
Available On | Netflix |
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Onmyoji Episode 1 Expected Release Date And Time
The makers of Onmyoji Episode 1 have still not confirmed the official Onmyoji Episode 1 release date. However, several speculations indicate that the first ever anime adaptation of Baku Yumemakura’s Onmyoji, the Onmyoji Episode 1 will have a release date in the month of November 28, 2023 .

Anime fans are now going gaga over the internet soon after the Netflix confirmed the news online!
The makers of the show has recently revealed few promotional artwork, featuring the Onmyoji character design and a concept art of a bird’s eye view of Japan during the Heian period.
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Onmyoji Episode 1 Countdown
The Storyline Of Onmyoji
Baku Yumemakura has been working on his supernatural novel series, Onmyoji since the 80s. The series of novels takes us to the Heian period of Japan, introducing us to the protagonist, Abe No Seimei, a master of Onmyodo, traditional Japanese form of Cosmology.
The storyline of Onmyoji revolves around the Heian period in Japan, and follows the exploits of Abe No Seimei, a master in traditional Japanese Cosmology, who now befriends the Royal Heir, Minamoto no Hiromasa.
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The duo now decides to take in charge of protecting the Heian-capital kyou’s, from their opponent, another Onmyoji named Douson who has been secretly making plans for the emperors’ demise.
Will Abe No Seimei and his friend, Minamoto no Hiromasa be successful in their mission of protecting the Heian Capital Kyou? What happens to Douson? Why is he plotting against the Emperor?
If you want to know more about the Onmyoji, we suggest you to watch the Onmyoji Episode 1 on Netflix which will be premiered very soon!
What Can We Expect From Onmyoji Episode 1 ?
The publication of Onmyoji first started in the year of 1986, with the release of a supernatural thriller series by Baku Yumemakura. Featuring both short stories and novels, the story of Onmyoji revolves around the character named Abe no Seimei and his companion in his journey, Minamoto no Hiromasa.
Over the years Onmyoji has received several live action adaptations, such as 2001 Japanese television drama adaptation, two live-action films directed by Yojiro Takita in 2001 and 2003.
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Further, the novel had also been adapted as two Japanese movies in the year 2015 and 2020. A Chinese live-action movie, the Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity was also inspired by Baku Yumemakura’s Onmyoji novel.
With over 118 chapters to the novel, we can expect the makers to focus on the character development of the protagonists, Abe no Seimei and Minamoto no Hiromasa. According to reports, the Onmyoji Episode 1 will reflect on the strong bond between the two characters, one master in Onmyodo, while the other an heir to the Royal Throne!
When Can We Expect A Poster Of Onmyoji?
Netflix TUDUM, associated with the release of the Baku Yumemakura’s Novel, Onmyoji has recently released the Onmyoji character design and a bird’s eye view of Japan in the Heian era.
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But, there is still no news about the release of a poster of the anime series. We can expect a poster of Onmyoji by the end of this month or the start of October possibly.
Onmyoji Japanese Voice Artist And Character
Here are the Netflix TUDUM anime ‘Onmyoji’ Japanese voice artists:

- Daisuke Namikawa as Abe Seimei.
- Shintarō Asanuma as Minamoto Hiromasa.
- Yui Ishikawa as Tsuyuko.
- Kenji Hamada as Imperial Prince Atsumi.
- Daisuke Kishio as Kamo Yasunori.
- Rina Satou as Ashiya Doman.
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Please note that the specific characters other voice artists will be playing have not been disclosed yet. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please keep an eye on official announcements from Netflix.
How Many Episodes Of Onmyoji Season 1 Will Be There?
There is still no official news about the number of episodes for the Onmyoji Episode 1. With 13 volumes and 118 chapters , we can expect the makers to focus on the first few chapters in the Onmyoji Episode 1.
Where To Watch Onmyoji Episode 1?
Onmyoji Episode 1 is a Netflix exclusive show. No other platforms have the right to broadcast the Onmyoji Episode 1 anime series, except the Netflix.
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Is There A Trailer For Onmyoji Episode 1 ? (Key Visual Art)
The Netflix TUDUM has released the concept picture and a character visual for the first ever anime adaptation of Baku Yumemakura’s novel, Onmyoji.
The makers have also announced the Onmyoji Episode 1 cast, which includes Daisuke Namikawa as Abe Seimei, Shintaro Asanuma as Minamoto Hiromasa, Yui Ishikawa as Tsuyuko, Kenji Hamada as Imperial Prince Atsumi, Daisuke Kishio as Kamo Yasunori and Rina Sato as Ashiya Doman.

But, there is still no Onmyoji Episode 1 spoiler for the show. The makers are yet to release the trailer for Onmyoji Episode 1 as well. The viewers have to wait for few more weeks or months to watch the trailer for the Onmyoji Episode 1.
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Final Thoughts
So, what are you waiting for? Gear up now for the next big release of Netflix – an anime adaptation of Baku Yumemakura’s Onmyoji Episode 1 in the month of November. If you love to watch historical dramas and supernatural thrillers, Onmyoji Episode 1 is a must watch for you! Watch it on Netflix and don’t forget to thank us later for the recommendation!
FAQs About Onmyoji Episode 1
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Studio Marvy Jack is associated with the creation of Baku Yumemakura’s novel adaptation, Onmyoji Episode 1.
Onmyoji Episode 1 is based on a historical novel by Baku Yumemakura.
Natsu Hashimoto and Yuiko Kato has been associated with writing the scripts for Onmyoji Episode 1.
That information is still not confirmed
The viewers have to wait for few more weeks or months to watch the trailer for the Onmyoji Episode 1.
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