TV Anime 'BLACK TORCH' Premiere Set for July 4, 2026, on TOKYO MX and Other Stations! Global Simultaneous Streaming Confirmed!

The TV anime 'BLACK TORCH' will begin broadcasting on TOKYO MX on July 4, 2026, at 22:00, with other stations following on the same day. Global simultaneous terrestrial broadcasting is also confirmed.

A new key visual and PV have been released. The visual features the protagonist Jiro, his partner Rago, members of the special mobile unit, as well as the formidable mononoke, Koga and Tengi. The new PV marks the debut of the opening theme 'FREEZE ME UP' by SiM and the ending theme 'Groooovy' by I Don't Like Mondays.

Artist Comments: SiM (OP): We tried to express the 'BLACK TORCH' galaxy through sound and words. I Don't Like Mondays. (ED): This song reflects the calm daily life hidden behind the days of battle, with the spirit of enjoying life while overcoming adversity.

Broadcast Schedule: TOKYO MX: Saturdays at 22:00 Sun TV: Saturdays at 22:30 TV Aichi: Saturdays at 25:55 RKB Mainichi Broadcasting: Saturdays at 26:30 Hokkaido Television Broadcasting: Saturdays at 26:35 BS11: Saturdays at 22:30

Additionally, reprints of all 5 volumes of the original manga have been decided, with distribution in bookstores starting June 8 (Mon).