Ya Boy Kongming!
A Tokyo MX Original
In this playful fusion of history and nightlife, Kongming, a master strategist from the era of the Three Kingdoms, dies with a wish for a peaceful life and wakes up in a bustling Tokyo club scene. There he meets Eiko Tsukimi, a young singer fighting to break through in a crowded music world.... Read more
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About Ya Boy Kongming!
In this playful fusion of history and nightlife, Kongming, a master strategist from the era of the Three Kingdoms, dies with a wish for a peaceful life and wakes up in a bustling Tokyo club scene. There he meets Eiko Tsukimi, a young singer fighting to break through in a crowded music world. Using his sharp planning instincts, Kongming starts shaping her shows, turning ordinary nights into clever, high energy performances. The duo learns to read the room, choreograph beats, and outsmart rivals who threaten their set lists. As club nights glow with neon and risk, Kongming discovers that strategy can translate into rhythm, and Eiko discovers a partner who can turn raw talent into stages that feel almost fated.
Overall reception sits at a solid 7.4 out of 10 from 49 votes, signaling a warm response from viewers who enjoy anime with music driven humor. The show blends witty banter with lively performances, and the pairing of Eiko and Kongming gives the series a unique hook: a scholar of strategy helping a pop star chase dreams. The humor leans light and punchy, and the animation keeps pace with the music, letting club scenes feel kinetic. Themes focus on collaboration across cultures, the line between ambition and artistry, and how friendship can turn distractions into opportunities. The setup invites fans to cheer for clever planning paired with catchy melodies.
Ya Boy Kongming! taps into a wider trend of music meets historical fiction, pairing traditional mind games with neon city life. The collision of ancient tactics and modern pop culture invites playful riffs on strategy and timing, and the show's visual rhythm mirrors the way a great chorus can lift a scene. This mix sparked conversation about cross era collaborations among viewers and has inspired fan art and memes that celebrate the improbable teamwork of a legendary general and a struggling musician. Some episodes feel like a dance between eras rather than a battle of wits.
Details
- Release Date
- April 05, 2022
- Episode Length
- 24m
- Rating
- TV-14
- User Ratings
- 49 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 12
- Network
- Tokyo MX
- Status
- Ended
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy
- Country
- Japan
- Studio
- P.A.WORKS +4 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Kaede Hondo
Eiko Tsukimi (voice)
Ryotaro Okiayu
Zhuge Kongming (voice)
Jun Fukushima
Owner Kobayashi (voice)
Shoya Chiba
Kabetaijin (voice)
Hibiku Yamamura
Nanami Kuon (voice)
Created by: Yoko Yonaiyama, Ryo Ogawa, Yuuto Yotsuba
Seasons (1 season, 12 episodes)
Season 1
12 episodes - 2022