The story of Yasuke, the first African samurai who actually served the legendary Oda Nobunaga, will be released to the world.
The story’s protagonist is based on the historical figure Yasuke, a samurai of African origin who served under Oda Nobunaga during Japan’s Warring States period in the 16th century.
Netflix revealed character designs and the spring 2021 debut for LeSean Thomas and MAPPA’s Yasuke anime on Monday.
LeSean Thomas (Children of Ether, Cannon Busters, The Boondocks) is credited as creator, director, and executive producer for Yasuke, and Flying Lotus is composing the music and serving as executive producer.