Shozen Anime Adaptation Officially Announced for Spring 2027 Debut With First Trailer
The Shozen anime adaptation premieres in April 2027! Discover the premiere window, cast, animation studio, and story details.
The official animated adaptation of Jiang Jia Meizi’s popular fantasy manhua Shozen (originally titled Shang Shan) will premiere in April 2027 as part of the Spring 2027 anime season. Produced by Dangun Pictures alongside Cannon Code, the television anime will air in Japan on the Fuji TV B8station programming block. A newly released promotional video on YouTube Official Trailer offers fans a first look at the supernatural journey, main voice cast, and core creative staff.
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Key Franchise Information
- Anime Title: Shozen (Shang Shan)
- Original Author: Jiang Jia Meizi
- Original Platform: Bilibili Manga
- Animation Studios: Dangun Pictures, Cannon Code
- Broadcaster: Fuji TV B8station
- Release Window: April 2027 (Spring Anime Season)
- Genre: Supernatural Fantasy, Action, Adventure
- Streaming Updates: Crunchyroll News
When Is the Shozen Anime Release Date?
The Shozen anime is scheduled to debut in April 2027. The project was initially revealed by Fuji TV before receiving its first full promotional video and concrete broadcast window.
Broadcast rights in Japan are secured by Fuji TV’s B8station block, a programming slot dedicated to bringing standout Chinese intellectual properties and high-profile fantasy adaptations to Japanese television audiences. International streaming details will be announced closer to the broadcast window.
What Is the Story of Shozen?
Based on the manhua Shang Shan serialized on Bilibili Manga, Shozen follows the journey of a wandering Taoist priest named Dōzen. During his travels, Dōzen encounters a wild human girl who was raised entirely among supernatural monsters and yokai.
Because the girl grew up isolated from civilization, she possesses no knowledge of human emotions, social bonds, or compassion. Taking pity on her, Dōzen bestows upon her the name Shōzen, adopts her as his apprentice, and sets off on a journey across a world filled with mythical beasts to teach her what it truly means to be human.
Who Is Working on the Shozen Anime Production Team?
The anime adaptation brings together an experienced creative team with backgrounds across major action and fantasy series:
- Director & Screenwriter: Itsurō Kawasaki (True Cooking Master Boy, Lady Jewelpet, The Yakuza’s Guide to Babysitting)
- Animation Production: Dangun Pictures x Cannon Code
- Character Designer & Chief Animation Director: Eri Osada (Ensemble Stars!, The World’s Finest Assassin Gets Reincarnated in Another World as an Aristocrat)
- Music Composer: Takurō Iga (Oshi no Ko, Magical Girl Raising Project)
- Action Director: Yoshihiro Kanno (Solo Leveling, Sword Art Online: Alicization)
- Assistant Director: Tomohiro Matsukawa (Iwakakeru: Sport Climbing Girls)
Who Are the Main Voice Actors in the Shozen Anime Cast?
The voice cast features a mix of rising stars and veteran talent across the Japanese voice acting industry:
- Rina Kawaguchi as Shōzen: The main protagonist, a girl raised by monsters who learns about human warmth.
- Hiroshi Kamiya as Dōzen: The wandering Taoist priest who becomes Shōzen’s mentor.
- Daisuke Sakuma (Snow Man) as Ryojin: A key supporting figure in their journey.
- Aoi Yūki as Kensei: A major voice acting talent bringing depth to the fantasy cast.
- Ayumu Murase as Chiro: Rounding out the primary voice ensemble.
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