Touken Ranbu Franchise Gets 1st Ice Show in October

Touken Ranbu on Ice: A New Chapter Begins
The popular Touken Ranbu franchise is expanding its horizons with an exciting new venture: an ice show. Titled "Touken Ranbu - Ice Blade," this spectacle is scheduled to take place at the Yoyogi National Stadium on October 3rd and 4th. This marks the franchise's first foray into the world of ice skating performances, promising a unique and captivating experience for fans.
More Details to Come
While the announcement has generated considerable buzz, specific details about the show remain under wraps. The staff has indicated that further information, including casting, musical arrangements, and ticket availability, will be revealed in late March. This has left fans eager to learn more about what the ice show will entail and how it will incorporate the beloved characters and storylines of the Touken Ranbu universe.
What is Touken Ranbu?
For those unfamiliar with the franchise, Touken Ranbu is a "sword personification training game" that reimagines famous swords from Japanese history as bishonen, or beautiful young men. Nitroplus is credited with designing the characters and developing the game's intricate scenario. Since its launch in Japan in January 2015, the game has amassed a large and dedicated following.
A Multimedia Phenomenon
Touken Ranbu's popularity has extended far beyond its initial browser game format. The franchise has spawned a diverse range of adaptations, including the "Katsugeki: Touken Ranbu" television anime series and an upcoming anime film. Additionally, the "Touken Ranbu: Hanamaru" spinoff has yielded two anime series, an anime film trilogy, and a compilation anime film.
Live-Action and Stage Adaptations
The world of Touken Ranbu has also been brought to life through live-action films, a long-running stage musical series, and a series of stage plays that are distinct from the musical productions. These adaptations have allowed fans to experience the characters and stories in new and engaging ways.
Anime Expansions
The franchise continues to expand its anime presence with "Touken Ranbu Kai: Kyoden Moyuru Honnoji," an anime adaptation of the "Touken Ranbu Kyoden Moyuru Honnoji" stage play. The eight-episode anime premiered in April 2024. Furthermore, "Touken Ranbu Kai -Doden Chikashi Haberau Monora-," the prequel to the aforementioned anime, was released in a three-week limited engagement in Japan in August 2024. An anime based on Sanrio's "Wanpaku! Touken Ranbu" project was also announced earlier this year.
English Language Game Closure
Previously, Johren released the original Touken Ranbu browser game in English in April 2021, followed by the smartphone version in August 2021. However, the English and Chinese versions of the game were discontinued in August 2023.
Source of Information
The information regarding the "Touken Ranbu - Ice Blade" show was sourced from the official website and reported by Nijimen.
The Future of Touken Ranbu
The "Touken Ranbu - Ice Blade" ice show represents a significant step for the franchise, offering a new and exciting way for fans to connect with the characters and stories they love. As details emerge in the coming months, anticipation will undoubtedly continue to build for this unique event.