The classic manga and anime series, Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube, is making a grand comeback with a new TV anime adaptation and a new manga project. Fans can look forward to a fresh take on the beloved story of Meisuke Nueno, aka Nube, the exorcist teacher with a demon hand, as he protects his students from supernatural threats.
Nube’s Back in Class: New Anime Series Premiering Summer 2025
A new anime television series adaptation of Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube is slated to premiere in July 2025, produced by Studio Kai and broadcast on TV Asahi’s IMAnimation W programming block. This marks the first new animated adaptation of the series in 26 years.
Key Staff and Production
The new anime series boasts a talented team behind the scenes:
- Director: Yasuyuki Ōishi
- Series Composition: Yoshiki Ōkusa
- Character Design: Yū Yoshiyama
- Music: Evan Call (known for Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End)
- Assistant Director: Fumito Yamada
- Assistant Character Designer: Atsuko Takahashi
- Prop Designer: Eriko Ito
- Yokai Designers: Hironori Tanaka, Kijimaru
- Action Directors: Takahiro Kagami, Yuu Yoshiyama
- Setting Designer: Akihiro Hirasawa
- Art Director: Minami Kasuga
- Color Designer: Hironori Noji
- 3DCG Director: Masanari Kira
- Screen Designer: Hitoshi Tamura
- Director of Photography: Eiko Hiramoto
- Editor: Masato Yoshitake
- Sound Director: Yasushi Nagura
- Sound Effects: Eiko Morikawa, Rio Sato
- Recording: Soushi Shiihara
Returning and New Cast Members
Ryōtarō Okiayu, known for roles such as Kunimitsu Tezuka in The Prince of Tennis and Kokushibo in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, reprises his role as Meisuke Nueno/Nube. The additional cast members include:
- Ryoko Shiraishi as Hiroshi Tateno
- Aya Suzaki as Kyoko Inaba
- Tomoyo Kurosawa as Miki Hosokawa
- Ryota Iwasaki as Katsuya Kimura
- Shiho Kokido as Makoto Kurita
- Aya Endo as Ritsuko Takahashi
- Ai Kakuma as Yukime
- Toshiyuki Morikawa as Kyosuke Tamamo
Story and Setting
The story follows Meisuke Nueno, also known as “Nube,” a psychic teacher with a demon hand. He battles evil spirits and monsters to protect his students, incorporating elements of Japanese mythology and folklore. The new anime series updates the setting to fit contemporary times, offering a modern look while retaining the charm of the original.
Manga’s Legacy and New Projects
The original Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube manga, written by Shō Makura and illustrated by Takeshi Okano, was serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shōnen Jump from 1993 to 1999. The series follows Meisuke Nueno, a teacher and skilled exorcist who protects the town from supernatural threats using the power of a demon sealed in his left hand, known as the Demon’s Hand.
A Beloved Series
The manga has sold over 29 million copies and has been praised for its blend of horror, comedy, and heartwarming moments. It has also been recognized for incorporating classic ghost stories and urban legends.
Previous Adaptations
Before the upcoming anime, Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube was adapted into a 49-episode anime television series by Toei Animation (1996-1997), three anime films (1996 & 1997), three original video animation (OVA) episodes, and a live-action series (2014).
Manga Sequels and Spinoffs
The manga franchise has several sequels and spinoffs:
- Jigoku Sensei Nube Neo (2014-2018): A direct sequel set ten years later, with Kyoko as a teacher and Nube returning to the school.
- Jigoku Sensei Nube S (2018-2021): A sequel to Jigoku Sensei Nube Neo.
- Reibaishi Izuna: The Spiritual Medium (2007-2011) and Reibaishi Izuna: Ascension (2011-2016): A spinoff series focusing on Izuna Hazuki.
What to Expect From the New Anime
The new Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube anime promises a modernized take on the classic series, with updated character designs and animation. It will retain the core elements of the original manga, including the blend of horror, comedy, and heartwarming school life moments. The series will explore themes of Japanese mythology and folklore, as Nube confronts various supernatural threats to protect his students.
