Summary
- Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League set to release in Japan on March 21, 2025, with a digital-first approach.
- Returning creative team ensures continuity in storytelling and visual style from Batman Ninja.
- Star-studded cast features Japan’s top talent voicing familiar DC characters like Batman and Joker.
The world of anime and DC Comics is colliding once again, and fans couldn’t be more thrilled. Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League has officially revealed its release date for Japan. Following the success of Batman Ninja, Warner Bros. Japan is bringing Bruce Wayne back to feudal Japan for another action-packed story. This time, Batman faces an entirely new threat—a shadowy organization known as the Yakuza League. With its unique blend of samurai-era aesthetics and modern DC characters, the film seeks to expand on the creative foundation laid by its predecessor.
Returning to helm the project is Junpei Mizusaki, known for his stellar work on JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. He is joined by Shinji Takagi, and the production remains in the hands of Kamikaze Douga, the same studio behind the original. Other returning staff include scriptwriter Kazuki Nakashima and character designer Takashi Okazaki, ensuring continuity in storytelling and visual style.
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When and Where to Watch Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League
The film is set to debut on March 21, 2025, exclusively as a digital release in Japan. Warner Bros. Japan has yet to specify which streaming platforms will host the film, but this approach suggests a streamlined international release process compared to traditional theatrical windows. While no specific global release date has been announced, fans outside Japan can likely expect to see it shortly thereafter, potentially within weeks rather than months.
An All-Star Cast
The voice cast for Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League is a star-studded lineup featuring some of Japan’s most talented actors. Kōichi Yamadera returns as Bruce Wayne/Batman, joined by Takaya Kamikawa as the enigmatic new villain Hagaane no Kuraaku. Other notable cast members include Daisuke Ono as Nightwing, Yūki Kaji as Robin, and Wataru Takagi as The Joker.
The ensemble cast also includes fan favorites like Alfred Pennyworth, Harley Quinn, Wonder Woman, and Ra’s al Ghul, each portrayed by veteran voice actors.
Anticipation for the Sequel
The digital-first release strategy and high-profile talent involved in Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League have set high expectations. With its unique blend of cultural influences and a compelling plot, this film promises to be a standout in the ever-growing landscape of anime adaptations of Western properties.
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Stay tuned for more updates as Warner Bros. Japan reveals international release details. Meanwhile, mark your calendars for March 21, 2025, when Batman’s fight against the Yakuza League kicks off in Japan.
