Get ready for more bite-sized ninja adventures! Shinobanai! CryptoNinja Sakuya, the anime based on the CryptoNinja NFT project, is back for a third season. Set to premiere on July 7, 2025, this season promises more of the quirky humor and action that fans have come to love. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect.
What’s Shinobanai! CryptoNinja Sakuya About?
Shinobanai! CryptoNinja Sakuya is a short-form anime series centered around Sakuya, Nemu, and Xiaolan, three girls living in the ninja city of Kōka. The anime is based on the CryptoNinja NFT project created by investor Ikehaya with illustrations by Rii2. In the first season, the Crypto Scroll enshrined in Kōka is stolen, triggering a battle royale among the ninja clans. Sakuya, Nemu, and Xiaolan, despite not being traditional ninjas, find themselves uniting to face the chaos.
Fanworks describes the anime as “the world’s first television anime series for NFT characters.”
Season 3: What to Expect
The third season, titled Shinobanai! CryptoNinja Sakuya San no Maki, will continue the adventures of Sakuya and her friends. While specific plot details for Season 3 are still under wraps, here’s what we know:
- Premiere Date: July 7, 2025
- Air Time: Mondays at 9:54 p.m. (Japan time)
- Broadcast Network: Tokyo MX
- Streaming Platforms: AbemaTV, U-NEXT, Hulu, and other services in Japan
- Episode Length: Approximately 5 minutes
New Cast Members
Season 3 is bringing in some fresh talent to the voice cast. New additions include:
- Show Hayami
- Yumika Yano
- Anna Yamaki
- Yuina
- Hajime Sato
- Fukuko Yukimiyama
Character details for these new cast members haven’t been revealed yet, leaving fans to speculate about their roles in the upcoming season.
Returning Staff
The core creative team from the previous seasons is returning, ensuring a consistent feel for the new episodes:
- Director: Akifumi Nonaka (also directed Dinosaur Biyori)
- Scriptwriter: Toru Hosokawa (also worked on Dinosaur Biyori and Polar Bear’s Café)
- Original Creator: Ikehaya
- Animation Production: Fanworks
Where to Watch
The third season will be available on several streaming platforms in Japan, including AbemaTV, U-NEXT, and Hulu. International fans may need to explore options like Crunchyroll or Funimation, or keep an eye out for announcements from other streaming services closer to the premiere date.
A Quick Look Back: Seasons 1 & 2
To get you up to speed, here’s a brief recap of the previous seasons:
Season 1
- Premiere: October 2023
- Episodes: 13 or 25 (sources vary)
- Synopsis: The Crypto Scroll is stolen, and Sakuya, Nemu, and Xiaolan must band together to protect their city.
Season 2
- Premiere: January 9, 2024
- Episodes: 12
- Title: Shinobanai! Crypto Ninja Sakuya Ni no Maki
Characters to Watch
- Sakuya: Voiced by Nagisa Horimoto. A cheerful and energetic high school student who sees being a ninja as a way to stand out online.
- Nemu: Voiced by Shiori Motodani.
- Xiaolan: Voiced by Aya Uchida.
- Iwa-Jii/Ganjii: Voiced by Akitsugu Kinoshita.
- Hayate: Voiced by Makoto Kaneko.
- Konga: Voiced by Rogger.
- Kohaku: Voiced by Shuko.
The CryptoNinja NFT Connection
Shinobanai! CryptoNinja Sakuya is deeply connected to the CryptoNinja NFT project. Launched in 2021 by Ikehaya, the project features illustrations by Rii2 linked to digital tokens. It gained significant traction, becoming one of Japan’s largest and most active NFT communities.
The anime itself is produced by Fanworks, Tokyo Otaku Mode, Tsucrea, and The Battle, highlighting the collaboration between the NFT world and the anime industry.
What Makes This Anime Unique?
- NFT Integration: As “the world’s first television anime series for NFT characters,” Shinobanai! CryptoNinja Sakuya represents a unique intersection of blockchain technology and anime storytelling.
- Short-Form Episodes: With episodes clocking in at around 5 minutes, the series delivers quick and entertaining bursts of ninja action and comedy.
- Quirky Humor: The anime is known for its lighthearted and often absurd humor, making it a fun watch for viewers of all ages.
Final Thoughts
With its blend of ninja action, quirky characters, and NFT integration, Shinobanai! CryptoNinja Sakuya offers a unique viewing experience. Mark your calendars for July 7th and get ready for another season of ninja fun!
