The highly anticipated anime adaptation of the popular manga Sakamoto Days has found itself embroiled in controversy even before its release. Recent online discussion suggest that Japanese fans are expressing significant dissatisfaction with the upcoming adaptation, leading to an unexpected response from the studio.
Fan Backlash and Comment Deletion
Japanese fans are not happy with the upcoming Sakamoto Days Anime adaptation to the point the studio started deleting negative Japanese comments from YouTube trailers
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According to online discussions, Japanese fans have been voicing their concerns about the Sakamoto Days anime adaptation on various platforms, including YouTube. The criticism has apparently reached such a level that TMS Entertainment, the studio behind the adaptation, has reportedly begun deleting negative comments from their official YouTube channel. One fan commented,
“Deleting negative comments won’t change the dissatisfaction with how TMS and Shueisha are managing one of their top series. It’s only provoking more anger from fans”
Reasons for Discontent
The primary reasons for fan disappointment seem to stem from:
- Lack of Action: Many fans have noted that the trailers fail to showcase the dynamic action sequences that are a hallmark of the manga.
- Animation Quality Concerns: There are worries that the animation may not live up to the high standards set by the manga’s artwork.
- Studio Choice: Some fans have expressed disappointment that a more prominent animation studio was not chosen for the adaptation.
High Expectations
Sakamoto Days has gained a significant following in Japan, with its manga volumes selling impressively even without an anime adaptation. This success has led to high expectations for the anime version, making the task of meeting fan demands particularly challenging. As one Reddit user pointed out,
“Sakamoto Days manga is like a Jackie Chan movie. Each and every fight scene can be followed with ease and the use of environment objects and occasional comedy makes it at par with old JC movies from 80s. There should have been a better studio imo but lets see how TMS delivers”
Many fans draw comparisons to recent successful adaptations, with one commenting,
“Idk it’s just how I and many feel. When reading the series it gives you the idea “if this were to be adapted it has to have amazing animation for it to work”. Imagine if Demon Slayer or JJK had terrible animation, they would not be nearly as popular as they currently are”
Industry Context
It’s worth noting that anime adaptations of popular manga series often face intense scrutiny. As one commenter observed:
“Any anime adaptation from a ‘big Shounen Jump series’ is inevitably scrutinized more rigorously in today’s landscape. Shounen Jump can be likened to the eastern equivalent of Marvel, leading to fans who have high expectations and a sense of entitlement”
The pressure to deliver high-quality animation, especially for action heavy series, has increased in recent years due to standout productions like Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer.
Despite the current controversy, it’s important to remember that trailers don’t always reflect the final quality of an anime. Many fans and industry observers are still hopeful that the Sakamoto Days anime will successfully capture the essence of the beloved manga when it premieres in January 2025.
As the release date approaches, all eyes will be on TMS Entertainment to see how they respond to fan concerns and whether they can deliver an adaptation that satisfies both longtime manga readers and new audiences alike.
