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Sparks Of Tomorrow

Sparks of Tomorrow premiered on Netflix on July 5, 2026, and is streaming globally, with new episodes airing Sundays on Japanese networks.

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Kyoto Animation's Sparks of Tomorrow, an adaptation of Hiro Yuki's award-winning novel, premiered on Netflix on July 5, 2026, after years of being shelved following the 2019 arson attack. The series is the studio's first major new TV anime since the tragedy and marks the directorial debut of Minoru Ota, whose previous credits include key animation on Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions and Liz and the Blue Bird. The story is set in an alternate-history 1907 Kyoto where steam power dominates, following 15-year-old Inako Momokawa and the free-spirited Kihachi Sakamoto as they search for a book called the Electrical Catalog to avoid an arranged marriage.

The series was announced as part of Netflix Japan's 2026 slate in January, and later revealed a full cast including Yuma Uchida as Kihachi, Sora Amamiya as Inako, Koki Uchiyama as Yosuke Mizoe, and Daisuke Ono as Seiroku Sakamoto. Five additional cast members were announced in June alongside a new promotional video and key visual. The opening theme "Eureka Evrika" by Luna Goami was released on July 6, one day after the premiere, and the ending theme "Soarin'" by Ginger Root followed on July 13. Both artists made their debut anime theme song contributions with the project.

The first two episodes screened at Anime Expo 2026, followed by a Q&A with Ota and producer Satori Senami. The series streams worldwide on Netflix and airs on Tokyo MX, BS11, ABC TV, and TV Aichi in Japan. The novel originally won an honorable mention at the 8th Kyoto Animation Awards in 2017 and was published under the studio's KA Esuma Bunko label in 2018. The production team includes series scriptwriter Tatsuhiko Urahata, character designer Kohei Okamura, worldview setting supervisor Takaaki Suzuki, and composer Hitomi Koto, who also composed the opening theme.

Key facts

Premiere date
July 5, 2026
Streaming platform
Netflix worldwide
Director
Minoru Ota (first directorial project)
Studio
Kyoto Animation
Source material
Novel by Hiro Yuki, published under Kyoto Animation's KA Esuma Bunko label in 2018
Lead cast
Yuma Uchida as Kihachi Sakamoto, Sora Amamiya as Inako Momokawa, Koki Uchiyama as Yosuke Mizoe, Daisuke Ono as Seiroku Sakamoto
Opening theme
"Eureka Evrika" by Luna Goami, released July 6, 2026
Ending theme
"Soarin'" by Ginger Root, released July 13, 2026

Timeline

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Facts

Release
tv · 2026-07-05 · Netflix · 2026-07-05
Release
tv · 2026-07-05 · Japan · 2026-06-14
Release
tv · 2026-07-05 · global · 2026-06-18
Release
tv · 2026-07-05 · Worldwide · 2026-06-14
Release
tv · July 2026 · 2026-05-30
Licensed by
Netflix (global) · 2026-07-05

Connections

Produces of
kyoto animation
Directs of
ota
Voice cast of
luna goami, ginger root

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All coverage

4d ago

Sparks of Tomorrow Premiere: Lavish Animation, Uncertain Identity

The Anime Feminist review of Sparks of Tomorrow's first episode praises its fluid, imaginative animation and experimental style but finds the premiere a tonal hodgepodge. The episode introduces a steampunk world where young tinkerer Kihachi seeks to bring electricity to a steam-dominated society, but the narrative juggles many characters and plot points without cohesion. The villain feels out of place, and the female lead's role is unclear. The review notes the show is from Kyoto Animation.

Jul 5

Sparks of Tomorrow Premieres on Netflix as Kyoto Animation's New Frontier

Kyoto Animation's Sparks of Tomorrow, a project shelved after the 2019 arson attack, premieres on Netflix July 5. The first two episodes screened at Anime Expo 2026, followed by a Q&A with director Minoru Ota and producer Satori Senami. The series, set in an alternate-history Meiji-era Kyoto, follows a clumsy girl and an inventor as they navigate a steampunk world on the cusp of an electric age.

Jun 27

Netflix Reveals Episode Art for The One Piece Remake at Annecy

Netflix unveiled the first episode art for "The One Piece," WIT Studio's remake of the original One Piece anime, during its Annecy International Animation Film Festival showcase on Tuesday. The image, titled "Romance Dawn -Dawn of the Adventure-", matches the title of Eiichiro Oda's manga's first volume and chapter. The streamer also confirmed that Mayumi Tanaka will reprise her role as Monkey D. Luffy, a role she has held since 1999. The seven-episode first season, covering the East Blue saga through the first 50 manga chapters, will run approximately 300 minutes and stream worldwide on Netflix in February 2027. Masashi Koizuka directs, with Hideaki Abe as assistant director. Character designers and chief animation directors are Kyoji Asano and Takatoshi Honda. Taku Kishimoto handles series scripts. The teaser trailer debuted at a separate "Next on Netflix Animation" panel on June 24. The remake was first announced at Jump Festa '24 in December 2023.

Jun 23

Sparks of Tomorrow Director Shares Video Message Ahead of July Premiere

Director Minoru Ōta released a video message for the upcoming television anime adaptation of Hiro Yuki's novel Sparks of Tomorrow. The series will premiere on July 5, 2026, streaming worldwide on Netflix on Sundays at 11:00 p.m. JST, and airing on Tokyo MX, BS11, ABC TV, and TV Aichi in Japan. The cast includes Yūma Uchida as Kihachi Sakamoto, Sora Amamiya as Inako Momokawa, Kōki Uchiyama as Yosuke Mizoe, and Daisuke Ono as Seiroku Sakamoto. Ōta, whose previous credits include key animation for Love, Chunibyo & Other Delusions and Liz and the Blue Bird, is directing his first project. Tatsuhiko Urahata oversees series scripts, Kohei Okamura handles character design, Takaaki Suzuki is in charge of worldview setting, and Hitomi Kotō composes the music. The novel originally won an honorable mention in the full-length novel category at the 8th Kyoto Animation Awards in 2017. It was published under Kyoto Animation's KA Esuma Bunko label in 2018. The story is set in 1907 Kyoto and follows 15-year-old Inako, who meets the free-spirited Kihachi and searches with him for a book called the Electrical Catalog to avoid an arranged marriage.

Jun 18

Ginger Root and Luna Goami to Debut Theme Songs for Kyoto Animation's Sparks of Tomorrow

Kyoto Animation's upcoming television anime Sparks of Tomorrow will feature opening and ending theme songs by Luna Goami and Ginger Root, respectively, with both tracks set for global digital release in July 2026. The opening theme "Eureka Evrika," performed by Luna Goami, will be released on July 6, one day after the series premiere on July 5. The ending theme "Soarin'," by Ginger Root, will follow on July 13. The series is set in an alternate-history early 20th-century Kyoto where steam power dominates, following a boy fascinated by electricity and a girl carrying her late mother's memory. "Eureka Evrika" was composed by Hitomi Koto, who also handles the series' soundtrack, with lyrics written by Goami. Goami stated she was pregnant during production, which she said added emotional depth to the song's themes of life and rebirth. Ginger Root, the solo project of Cameron Lew, wrote, composed, and arranged "Soarin'" entirely himself. Lew described the project as a dream opportunity as a longtime anime fan. Sparks of Tomorrow will air in Japan and stream globally on Netflix.

Jun 14

Sparks of Tomorrow Anime Reveals New Promo, 5 More Cast Members

The television anime adaptation of Hiro Yūki's novel Sparks of Tomorrow has revealed a new promotional video, a key visual, and five additional cast members. The anime is set to premiere on July 5 on Tokyo MX and other networks, and will stream exclusively on Netflix worldwide starting the same day.

May 30

Netflix Japan Reveals 2026 Slate With Four New Titles

Netflix Japan announced four new titles as part of its 2026 slate on January 27. The lineup includes a live-action film adaptation of Toriko Yoshikawa's novel 'One Year to Live, Buy a Man,' directed by Hiroki Kazama and starring Ko Shibasaki and Eiji Akaso. The anime 'Sparks of Tomorrow,' produced by Kyoto Animation and directed by Minoru Ota, is set for a July release. A live-action adaptation of the webtoon 'Viral Hit' will premiere on May 28, directed by Hideki Takeuchi. The unscripted auction format 'Doors Closed, Bids Open,' hosted by Matsuko Deluxe, was also announced. The streamer noted that Japanese content viewing hours hit a record in the second half of 2025, with one in two Netflix members globally watching anime.