What is the name of the documentary series released by U-NEXT about Kai Asakura?

The documentary series released by U-NEXT is titled 'FIGHTER’S CODE'.

How many months of Kai Asakura's journey does the U-NEXT documentary cover?

The U-NEXT documentary covers Kai Asakura's 9-month journey.

On what date is U-NEXT releasing the 'FIGHTER’S CODE' documentary on YouTube?

U-NEXT is releasing the documentary on YouTube on May 30.

Which brand is responsible for releasing the 'FIGHTER’S CODE' documentary featuring Kai Asakura?

U-NEXT is the brand releasing the 'FIGHTER’S CODE' documentary.

What event is U-NEXT live streaming on May 30 alongside the documentary release?

U-NEXT is live streaming 'UFC Fight Night' on May 30.

U-NEXT Releases Documentary 'FIGHTER’S CODE' Covering Kai Asakura’s 9-Month Journey Following UFC Setbacks

Published May 25, 2026 9:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 3:04 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

U-NEXT is releasing a documentary series on YouTube tracing Kai Asakura's journey toward his first UFC victory. The release coincides with the live streaming of 'UFC Fight Night' on May 30.

U-NEXT, a video streaming service operated by USEN & U-NEXT GROUP’s U-NEXT Co., Ltd., is exclusively streaming a two-part documentary series documenting the nine months leading up to Kai Asakura’s quest for his first UFC victory. Additionally, U-NEXT will provide unlimited live streaming of 'UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Figueiredo,' featuring Kai Asakura.

In December 2024, Kai Asakura stepped into the UFC octagon for the first time in the flyweight division. Challenging then-champion Alexandre Pantoja, he suffered a submission loss. A subsequent submission defeat against Tim Elliott in 2025 highlighted the harsh reality of the world's premier fighting stage and the difficulty of securing a victory.

At 'UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Figueiredo,' to be held in Macau on Saturday, May 30 (Japan time), Asakura will face a new challenge in the bantamweight division. U-NEXT will release the original documentary, 'Kai Asakura Documentary: FIGHTER’S CODE,' on the U-NEXT Martial Arts official YouTube channel, covering the nine months leading up to his restart.

The documentary focuses on Asakura as he decides to move up to bantamweight and prepares for his third UFC fight. It captures the behind-the-scenes of his decision-making process and personal thoughts previously left unsaid. It includes a scene where, after two consecutive losses, he admits, 'I was anxious.' The program explores the nine months of trial and error spent trying to secure a win on the world's biggest stage. It also covers his training under his new team, including head coach Masanori Kanehara, who has UFC experience, showing his day-to-day efforts to rebuild from scratch.

Despite his losing streak, Asakura continues to push forward. The program records how those around him, such as Coach Kanehara and his family, watched over him, and captures his interactions with them while preparing for his next fight. The documentary records the nine months from his decision to move up to bantamweight until his upcoming fight, getting closer to Asakura’s 'now.'

'Kai Asakura Documentary: FIGHTER’S CODE'

[Release Date] Part 1: May 25, 2026 (Mon); Part 2: May 26, 2026 (Tue)

[Part 1 Viewing Page] https://youtu.be/KFlxi0AS5Ho

'UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Figueiredo'

[Broadcast Date] May 30, 2026 (Sat) 16:30 until the end of the live broadcast

[Format] Unlimited streaming

[Viewing Page] https://video.unext.jp/livedetail/LIV0000014356

[Catch-up Streaming] From when preparation is complete until June 28 (Sun), 23:59

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