The TV anime City Hunter (シティー・ハンター) is set to begin airing on Nitele Plus Drama · Anime · Music Life starting Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in the 20:00–21:00 slot, with 2 consecutive episodes every Wednesday night.
A Legacy Born from Manga
City Hunter is based on the acclaimed manga by Hojo Tsukasa (Tsukasa Hojo), which began serialization in Weekly Shonen Jump in 1985, before being adapted into a TV anime on Nippon TV in 1987 that went on to generate a massive wave of popularity in that era.
Story and Highlights
The protagonist Saeba Ryo is a legendary sweeper known by the name “City Hunter” — a firearms expert who takes on any kind of job in the underworld. Clients typically leave the secret code “XYZ” written on a blackboard at Shinjuku Station to request his services. The series stands out for developing original storylines not found in the original manga, packed with action scenes featuring firearms and high-speed vehicles.
The Iconic Ending Theme “Get Wild”
The iconic ending song “Get Wild” by TM NETWORK has consistently topped anime music charts from the 1980s through to the present day, and is regarded as one of the most powerful and memorable anime theme songs of all time.
Celebrating 40 Years of the TV Anime Series
This broadcast arrives just before the TV anime series marks its 40th anniversary next year — making it a perfect opportunity for both longtime fans who have loved the work since its original run, and newer fans who may have discovered City Hunter through live-action adaptations or other media.
Where to Watch
- Start Date: June 3, 2026 (Wednesday) onward
- Time: 20:00–21:00 (2 consecutive episodes every Wednesday)
- Channel: Nitele Plus Drama · Anime · Music Life
- Sky PerfecTV! (Ch.300) / Sky PerfecTV! Premium (Ch.619)
- J:COM (Ch.757) and cable TV nationwide
- Hikari TV (Ch.555) / au Hikari
Note: Viewing requires a channel subscription.
Source: aniani
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