Touken Ranbu Unleashes New Sword Boy Futasujihisadamune, Voiced by Fan-Favorite Tadokoro Hinata!
The highly anticipated new Touken Danshi, "Uchigatana Futasujihisadamune," has been implemented in Touken Ranbu ONLINE, the sword-raising simulation game jointly developed by DMM GAMES and Nitroplus, generating significant buzz among Saniwa (players). The announcement that popular voice actor Tadokoro Hinata will voice him has been met with widespread joy from fans.
Futasujihisadamune's visual design features a blue shirt, white military uniform, sturdy physique, long bangs, and a shaved undercut with sanpaku eyes, hinting at a certain "delinquent" vibe. Despite this, his charm is so notable that he has earned the endearing nickname "Omawari-san" (policeman). A line officially released, "Seeing goma-bashi as 11... what could he be thinking?", offers a glimpse into his unique and somewhat endearing personality, raising expectations for his in-game performance.
Fans have showered Tadokoro Hinata, the voice actor for the new Touken Danshi, with praise, calling his deep, cool voice "the best" and expressing immense gratitude. Many have also noted his previous roles, such as Hellshake Yano in "Pop Team Epic," Dorsi in "Ranking of Kings," and Noma Naoaki in "Golden Kamuy," leading to mixed reactions of surprise and delight, like "Helshake Yano?!" The fact that Tadokoro, known for Noma Naoaki in "Golden Kamuy," is voicing a Touken Danshi has sparked enthusiastic comments about how the "rebel" cast members from that series are now gathering in Touken Ranbu.
Futasujihisadamune can be obtained through a limited-time smithing campaign. The campaign begins today, January 14, 2026, at 9 PM JST and is scheduled to run until January 27, 2026, at 12:59 PM JST. Many Saniwa are eagerly preparing for smithing, determined not to miss this rare opportunity. With Tadokoro Hinata's captivating voice, a new Touken Danshi is sure to be welcomed into many honmaru.
The Context
Touken Ranbu ONLINE is a highly popular free-to-play Japanese web browser game and mobile game developed by Nitroplus and DMM Games. Launched in 2015, it quickly gained a massive following, particularly among female players. In the game, players take on the role of a "Saniwa" (Sage Master) who travels into the past to defeat evil forces that are trying to alter history. To do this, Saniwa awaken famous Japanese swords, personifying them as handsome male warriors known as "Touken Danshi" (Sword Boys).
Each Touken Danshi is based on a real historical sword and comes with unique designs, personalities, and voice actors. Players collect, train, and battle with these sword boys, forming bonds with them and exploring their stories. The game is known for its extensive roster of characters and deep lore, drawing from Japanese history and mythology.
The term "Uchigatana" refers to a common type of Japanese sword, typically wielded by samurai, emphasizing speed and versatility. "Honmaru" is the player's home base in the game, where the Touken Danshi reside.
Tadokoro Hinata is a well-known Japanese voice actor (seiyuu) with a distinctive deep voice, often praised for his "ikemen" (cool guy) vocalizations. His roles in popular anime like "Pop Team Epic," "Ranking of Kings," and "Golden Kamuy" have solidified his reputation and endeared him to a broad audience, making his casting in Touken Ranbu a significant event for fans.
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