Shinobi no Ittoki

Ittoki Sakuraba is a young descendant of the Iga ninja line who has to learn how to be a shinobi while the rival Koga clan presses its advantage. The series follows his training, sparring, and clashes as he struggles to live up to an inherited legacy. Along the way he forms alliances, faces enemies with their own codes, and deals with the pressure of a family name attached to centuries of conflict. The show balances action sequences with moments that build the world of modern shinobi, keeping the focus on Ittoki's growth without revealing major plot twists or final outcomes.

Created by Minato Takano, the anime premiered in 2022 and features a voice cast that includes Ryota Osaka as Ittoki Sakuraba, Katsuyuki Konishi, Haruka Shiraishi, Kikuko Inoue, and Aoi Yuuki.

The series did not earn major industry awards or big festival recognition. It reached a modest audience and wasn't a contender at major ceremonies, so its status is more that of a genre entry than an awards standout.

Within anime communities the show raised interest for revisiting classic Iga versus Koga rivalry in a contemporary animated format. Fans paid attention to character designs and the voice cast, and it became a talking point for viewers who like ninja stories that mix tradition with modern settings.

Critical and fan reactions were mixed to positive, reflected by a 6.4/10 average from 36 votes. Viewers often praised the fight choreography and the concept of inherited duty, while some critics pointed to uneven pacing and moments where character development could have been deeper. Overall it will appeal to viewers who enjoy action oriented animation and stories about legacy, loyalty, and the cost of living up to a famed family name.