Kingdom Anime Season 5 Premiere Delayed to January 13 Due to Earthquake Coverage

The highly anticipated premiere of Kingdom Season 5, originally scheduled for January 6, has been delayed by a week to January 13. The official social channels and website for the anime made the announcement, citing the ongoing earthquake coverage on the host broadcaster NHK as the reason for the delay.

Reason for the Delay: NHK’s continuous coverage of earthquake events has prompted the postponement of Kingdom Season 5 Episode 1. The decision prioritizes the current news coverage and ensures that viewers receive the latest information related to the ongoing seismic activities.

About Kingdom: The Kingdom anime, adapted from Yasuhisa Hara’s original manga serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Young Jump, has garnered significant attention for its engaging storyline and dynamic characters. As Crunchyroll currently streams the first four seasons of the Kingdom TV anime, fans are eagerly awaiting the continuation of the epic tale.

Series Synopsis: Set in the kingdom of Qin, the story revolves around Shin and Hyou, war-orphans with dreams of proving themselves on the battlefield. Their aspirations take a turn when Hyou is captured by a minister. Despite the challenges, Shin encounters a mysterious youth bearing a striking resemblance to Hyou—a boy destined to become emperor.

New Premiere Date: Fans can mark their calendars for the revised premiere date of Kingdom Season 5, now set for January 13. This delay ensures that the anime community receives the latest updates from NHK’s earthquake coverage while anticipating the continuation of the Kingdom saga.

As viewers eagerly await the return of Kingdom Season 5, the delay serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing current events and news coverage, highlighting the flexibility and understanding within the anime community.