Bushiroad Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Nakano-ku, Tokyo; President: Takaaki Kitani) is a group company (head office: Nakano-ku, Tokyo; President: Narumi Asakura) We would like to inform you that the TV animation of “Ganglion”, which was serialized in “Comic Yoshimoto” and published by Yoshimoto Books in 2009, has been decided, and the latest information has been announced.

“Gangurion” TV animation decided!
The main visual by Shigeru Fujita has been released!

It has been decided that the TV animation of “Ganglion” published by Yoshimoto Books in 2009 has been decided!

Isobe’s business card exchange scene where he works as a combatant of “Ganglion Co., Ltd.”
In addition, the information on the main staff has also been lifted. The director is Ayu Watanabe, the character design/total animation director is Shigeru Fujita, and the series is composed by Tomoaki Shiono.

■ Synopsis
Tokyo in the early 2000s. Isobe, a combatant of “Ganglion Co., Ltd.” who plans to conquer the world. His workplace is a battlefield. Even though he faced the “Tokyo Sugi Pollen Operation” and “Mt. At the dawn of the complite era, you endure and struggle with your boss’s unreasonableness… A “work” drama dedicated to all working people. The story of a sad office worker combatant, not a person.

The visuals and cast of 7 main characters are released!
Official comments of 7 gorgeous voice actors have arrived!

Yoji Ueda will play the role of Kenji Isobe, Fumihiko Tachiki will play Colonel Shadow, Tomokazu Sugita will play Hopeman, and Setsuko Isobe will play the role of Setsuko Isobe. Mr. Kaoi, Mr. Yoshino Aoyama will play the role of Takashi Isobe, Hikaru Tono will play the role of Yumiko, and Mr. Utsuji Itao will play the role of the old man at the stall!
Official comments have arrived from each cast! Each character visual has also been released!

Kenji Isobe cv. Yoji Ueda

<Character Introduction>
Ganglion Co., Ltd. Chief of the Velbe Corps of the World Conquest Category
My boss, Colonel Shadow, hears a “only story here” that doesn’t matter.
The captain mark that is attached during battle is a trademark

<Cast comment: Mr. Yoji Ueda>
My name is Yoji Ueda, who plays the role of Isobe.
Although it is a personal matter, this is the first lead role in the anime series.
My heart is burning, with a loose feeling that doesn’t work too hard while trying to my best.
I would like to act while enjoying such a life-size single man.
It’s been a while, but I’m curious about the continuation, and I’m addicted to it. Please look forward to this work!

Colonel Shadow (real name Minoru Kageyama) CV. Fumihiko Tachiki

<Character Introduction>
The only thing that matters is my body. He often gives gifts to the chairman, aiming for a shogun who has become vacant. “This is the only story here!” Be sure to bring home lunches for the number of family members.

<Cast comment: Mr. Fumihiko Tachiki>
It seems that the values of justice and evil are being overturned, and I saw the preciousness and difficulty of living as an individual or a group.
Colonel Shadow is literally in the middle of a middle management position with shadows! A man who can only see himself, in other words, an honest man
As a person who has played evil as a job in many stories, this time I was allowed to do it vividly to Tenpa Oyaji, who has a comical sense because of his sadness and nature.
My true self is hidden behind the mask
I hope that the theme of such a person and the work will be conveyed to many people.

Hopeman cv. Tomokazu Sugita

<Character Introduction>
Hero fighting evil. If you say, “We will protect peace!” Very popular with children. Kime Pose: Hope Sign
Living with Isobe’s sister-in-law Yumiko

<Cast comment: Tomokazu Sugita>
He is a hero who stops Gurion’s conspiracy as Hopeman.
Is there any model? There is also a strangely realistic side that makes you feel, so please enjoy it.
In the recording, I act while imagining that the Ganglion side would not like it.
Rather than the mind of justice, I try to assemble it while being conscious of the selfish psychology that prioritizes my motivation.
Justice is always in hope! Hoop! !

Setsuko Isobe cv. Aoi Koga

<Character Introduction>
A wife and full-time housewife who devoted herself to Isobe. “I don’t like justice”

<Cast comment: Aoi Koga>
I’m Aoi Koga, who will be in charge of Setsuko in “Ganglion”.
I’m nervous to think that I’ll be able to work with Ueda-san, my seniors, and entertainers, but I hope I can play Setsuko, who is kind and warm as much as possible.
The recording is progressing, but I feel that I am impressed by the number of drawers and the ability to respond, as I am impressed by the number of drawers and the ability to respond, as I am able to record with people who are not usually with me. Please look forward to it!
Thank you

Takashi Isobe cv. Yoshino Aoyama

<Character Introduction>
Isobe’s son. An elementary school student who thinks of his father and is good at crafting

<Cast comment: Yoshino Aoyama>
At first glance, I thought this work was a hero, but I was surprised at how innovative it was when it depicted the combatants on the bad side that appear in the work.
Takashi, whom I will play, is such a combatant, Isobe’s son, and a very innocent child who lives in a very warm family with her mother, Setsuko.
It made me think again that all humans have a life and a story exists.
I’d be happy if you could give your heart a little time to the villain side!

Yumiko cv. Hikaru Tohno

<Character Introduction>
Setsuko’s younger sister. Living with Hopeman. I have low blood pressure and weak mornings.

<Cast comment Hikaru Tohno>
I’m Hikaru Tohno, who will play Yumiko.
This work depicts the days of villains with indescribable melancholy.
It has a strangely realistic world view and an addictive laughter…!
Deliver to adults who are working hard in society (laughs)!
I would be happy if you could pay attention to the dialogue between Yumiko and Hope Rin, who have a strong acne!

The old man at the stall cv.

<Character Introduction>
The old man at the oden restaurant on the beach
A good understanding of Isobe who can listen to complaints

<Cast comment: Itsuji Itao>
I heard the voice of the old man at the oden shop, where the main character, Isobé, stops after work.
Surrounded by famous voice actors, I was nervous, but before I knew it, it was over.
I don’t think there are many people who know the original, but it’s definitely a hidden masterpiece.

Congratulatory comments and illustrations have arrived from the original work: Hisaya Shiraiwa and the manga: Takashi Itsuki!

To commemorate the decision to make a TV animation, congratulatory comments and illustrations have arrived from the original work, Mr. Hisaya Shiraiwa, and the manga, Takashi Itsuki!

<Original: Comment from Mr. Hisaya Shiraiwa>

All characters are modeled after real characters.
This is what the old company was like… from today’s sense, it’s an inappropriate era.
I think it used to be interesting, these days.

<Manga: Comment from Takashi Itsuki>

About 20 years have passed since this work began to be serialized.
I am very pleased with the animation this time.
It is a work that makes you feel nostalgic and melancholy with the theme of the evil organization “Ganglion”.
I would like many people to see it.

Comment from director Watanabe’s TV “Ganglion” has arrived!

<Director’s comment: Mr. Ayumu Watanabe>

What is correctness? What is strength?
Here are the tips for those answers. Anyway, please touch it first.
A title that does not come up even if you search for meaning. A mix of reasoning and emotions. A lot of things that are not divisible.
Even though I think it’s something like this in the world, I love myself for resisting somewhere.
Wasn’t it possible? Did you forget it? Do you have to go out of your way to draw something obvious?
“Ganglion” is a way to see such a plain and inconspicuous way of life through a mask.

Official website, official X is also released!

Official website, official X release!
The official website and official X of the TV anime “Ganglion” has been opened!

Official site: ganglion-anime.com
Official X: @ganglion_anime (https://x.com/ganglion_anime)

The autographed colored paper gift campaign by Yoji Ueda, who plays the role of Kenji Isobe, has started!

In the official X, the autographed colored paper gift campaign of Kenji Isobe, who plays the role of Mr. Yoji Ueda, has started!
Please check the official X for campaign details and join us!

Period: Friday, August 29, 2025 18:00 to 23:59 on Thursday, September 4, 2025
Official X: @ganglion_anime (https://x.com/ganglion_anime)

Basic work information

Broadcast information
From Friday, October 3, every Friday from 25:53 to 26:00
TV Osaka From Tuesday, October 7, every Tuesday from 21:55 to 22:00
AT-X From Friday, October 3, every Friday from 20:30 to 20:45 *Fastest broadcast
BS Yoshimoto From Saturday, October 4th, every Saturday from 22:55 to 23:00

Synopsis
Tokyo in the early 2000s. Isobe, a combatant of “Ganglion Co., Ltd.” who plans to conquer the world. His workplace is a battlefield. Even though he faced the “Tokyo Sugi Pollen Operation” and “Mt. At the dawn of the complite era, you endure and struggle with your boss’s unreasonableness… A “work” drama dedicated to all working people. The story of a sad office worker combatant, not a person.

Staff
Original: Hisaya Shiraiwa
Manga: Itsuki Takashi (Yoshimoto Books)
Planning: Yoshimoto Kogyo
Screenplay: Harise
Director: Ayu Watanabe
Assistant Director: Ryosuke Tanaka
Character design and animation director: Shigeru Fujita
Contour: Ryosuke Tanaka, Miyamoto Tatsuji, Masayuki Miyaji, Hiroshi Yamamoto, Hyuga Yamamura, Shinichiro Ushijima, Sogamegumi, Yujiro Abe.
Series composition: Tomoaki Shiono
Color design: Naomi Nakano
Art director: Yoshihiro Nakamura
Director of Photography: Tomoya Yokoyama
Video director: Fuka Niida
CG Director: Mukai Chosenkai
Edited by: Kiyoshi Hirose
Music: Takeo Asami
Music production: Inspion
Sound director: Kisuke Koizumi
Sound production: Inspion edge
Animation: Nobu Fukae
Animation production: Studio MAF
Cooperation: Yoshimoto Broad Entertainment
Production: Ganglion Production Committee

cast
Kenji Isobe cv. Yoji Ueda
Colonel Shadow (real name Minoru Kageyama) CV. Fumihiko Tachiki
Hopeman cv. Tomokazu Sugita
Setsuko Isobe cv. Aoi Koga
Takashi Isobe cv. Yoshino Aoyama
Yumiko cv. Hikaru Tohno
The old man at the stall cv.

Official website/Official SNS
Official site: ganglion-anime.com
Official X: @ganglion_anime (https://x.com/ganglion_anime)

Original information
Official website: https://books.yoshimoto.co.jp/yoshimoto-books/post-56.html

(C) Hisaya Shiraiwa, Takashi Itsuki/Ganglion Production Committee