Project PV and Concept Visual Revealed
Alongside Kodansha Manga Announcement
Norihiro Naganuma, the acclaimed director renowned for his breathtaking visuals and emotionally nuanced storytelling in The Apothecary Diaries, has announced a new original anime project titled Jurassic Shadows.
Jurassic Shadows combines dinosaurs and ninjas, two universally beloved motifs, with the unexpected modern element of “kesho” (make-up) to create a visually stunning battle anime unlike anything you’ve ever seen before.
The project boasts a highly talented creative team renowned for their striking visual style, featuring character concept designs by Yoichi Amano—an accomplished manga artist with a track record in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump—alongside key staff from The Apothecary Diaries, including character designer Yukiko Nakatani and color designer Misato Aita.
The story is set in Tokyo in 2029. Dinosaurs, long believed to have been wiped out by the asteroid impact, have secretly survived by passing their DNA into humanity through interbreeding. Hidden among ordinary people, they now prey upon humans while living unnoticed within society. Standing against them is a covert order of ninjas who wield Ryugesho, a special pigment infused with ancient memories. By applying this mysterious pigment, they awaken the powers of dinosaurs within themselves and fight back against the predators threatening humanity. As the dinosaurs launch their campaign to wipe out humankind, the ninjas rise to stop them. The battle for the survival of two species begins.
In conjunction with the announcement, a project PV and concept visual have been released. Directed by Norihiro Naganuma himself, the promotional video offers a dynamic look at the world of Jurassic Shadows, showcasing hordes of dinosaurs tearing through Tokyo, ninjas utilizing dinosaur powers, and an impending asteroid. Despite this being Naganuma’s first venture into full-scale action, the PV boasts incredibly fluid, high-intensity camerawork. Additionally, the new concept visual captures the intense tension of the series, depicting a fierce standoff between a Tyrannosaurus Rex and a ninja in the heart of modern Tokyo.
★Project PV:
★Staff comments
Director: Norihiro Naganuma
A beautiful yet dark and fascinating world that combines the themes of memories, dinosaurs, ninjas, and makeup. With mysteries, truths, and hidden motives swirling beneath the surface of the story, it is set to be a truly one-of-a-kind anime. Please look forward to it!
Character Design: Yukiko Nakatani
From the youngest fans to the oldest, I am sure everyone will find a character they love. Please check it out.
Original Character Design: Yoichi Amano
Dinosaurs and Ninjas!!
A world packed with everything boys dream of!
There is no way this won’t be exciting!!!
The official anime website and official X account are now live! Be sure to check them out so you don’t miss the latest updates.
★Official Website: https://ryugesho.com/
★Official X: https://x.com/ryugesho
Additionally, a manga adaptation has been confirmed for serialization by Kodansha, allowing fans to enjoy the story across both anime and manga formats. Details regarding the publication platform and launch date will be announced at a later time.
Please keep an eye out for further updates on director Norihiro Naganuma’s latest anime, Jurassic Shadows.
Anime Overview
Introduction
Dinosaurs vs. Ninjas
From the Main Staff of The Apothecary Diaries Comes a Visually Stunning Battle Action Anime Series Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Seen
The latest original anime from acclaimed director Norihiro Naganuma, renowned for his breathtaking visuals and emotionally nuanced storytelling in The Apothecary Diaries, is Jurassic Shadows—an all-new action epic that combines two universally beloved motifs, dinosaurs and ninjas, with the unexpected modern element of “kesho” (make-up).
Marking Naganuma’s first venture into full-scale action, the project reunites him with key staff from The Apothecary Diaries, including character designer Yukiko Nakatani and color designer Misato Aita. Together, they bring to life a dazzling and stylish battle spectacle that transforms familiar themes into something entirely original.
Tokyo, 2029 –
Long believed to have vanished after the asteroid impact that caused their extinction, dinosaurs secretly survived by passing their DNA into humanity through interbreeding. Hidden among ordinary people, they now prey upon humans while living unnoticed within society.
Standing against them is a covert order of ninjas who wield Ryugesho, a special pigment infused with ancient memories. By applying this mysterious pigment, they awaken the powers of dinosaurs within themselves and fight back against the predators threatening humanity.
As the dinosaurs launch their campaign to wipe out humankind, the ninjas rise to stop them.
The battle for the survival of two species begins.
Staff
Original Work: SANB
Director: Norihiro Naganuma (The Apothecary Diaries)
Screenplay: Kenta Ihara (Saga of Tanya the Evil）
Original Character Design: Yoichi Amano (Weekly Shonen Jump “AKABOSHI -Ibun Suikoden-”)
Character Design: Yukiko Nakatani (The Apothecary Diaries)
Color Design: Misato Aita (The Apothecary Diaries)
Art Director: Yusuke Takeda (Bamboo) (Chainsaw Man)
3DCG Director: Makoto Honda (GATCHAMAN Crowds)
Sound Director: Shouji Hata (The Apothecary Diaries)
Music: Shuhei Mutsuki (Lycoris Recoil)
Developed & Produced by: SlowCurve / Avex Pictures Inc.
Animation Production: cannoncode,LLC
Official Website: https://ryugesho.com/
Official X: https://x.com/ryugesho
Manga Serialization Info
Manga serialization confirmed by Kodansha! Currently in production!
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