The long-awaited anime adaptation of Sakamoto Days has arrived, and it has wasted no time in making its presence felt.
With an already devoted fanbase from its ongoing successful Shonen Jump run, there was a huge hype around the anime ever since it was first announced. The series’ debut on January 12 has been met with strong enthusiasm and equally solid viewing figures across the country, further proving that the action-comedy series is a force to be reckoned with and is well on its way to become Jump’s next big hit.
Sakamoto Days was the Most-Watched TV Show on Netflix Japan in January.
Since its premiere, Sakamoto Days has been on the #1 spot on Netflix Japan as the country’s most-watched TV show every week. Its combination of high-octane action and humor has resonated deeply with both long-time readers and new fans alike, further propelling its popularity as the show’s growing popularity has also translated into a remarkable boost in manga sales.
Sakamoto Days was the 3rd Best-Selling Manga of January 2025.
Following the anime’s debut, Sakamoto Days saw a staggering 438,163 copies sold across all volumes and was the 3rd Best Selling Manga for January 2025. The newly released Volume 20 alone sold 117,987 copies, while earlier volumes experienced a significant resurgence in demand as well.
With a strong start and a rapidly expanding fanbase, Sakamoto Days is well on its way to becoming one of the most talked-about anime series of 2025. As new episodes continue to roll out, it remains to be seen just how high this rising star can climb—but one thing is certain: the legend of Taro Sakamoto is only just beginning.
Yuto Suzuki writes and draws the SAKAMOTO DAYS manga, which has been serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump magazine since 2020. Studio TMS Entertainment is in charge of the anime adaptation, with Netflix streaming it worldwide.
VIZ Media licensed the manga in English. The franchise also announced its first game for a Spring 2025 release, while the second part of the anime is set for July. The series has 7 million copies in circulation as of December 2024.
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Source: Netflix.