The upcoming supernatural comedy anime Phantom Busters has revealed its main voice cast, teaser visual and production staff, giving fans a closer look at the television adaptation planned for 2027.
Based on the manga by Neoshoco, the series follows a group of high school students who investigate ghosts and supernatural mysteries. Its unusual characters and mix of comedy and paranormal adventures have made the adaptation one of the upcoming anime projects to watch.
Four Main Voice Actors Announced
The production has confirmed four leading cast members:
- Nobuhiko Okamoto as Mogari Shishikuno
- Natsuki Hanae as Eugene Korekishi
- Kōki Uchiyama as Kaoru Kanzaki
- Ryōta Suzuki as Kōtarō Tamon
The newly revealed cast brings together several well-known Japanese voice actors for the central characters.
A School Club Dedicated to Ghosts
The story centres on Eugene Korekishi, an excellent student who does not believe in ghosts. His life changes after meeting Mogari Shishikuno, an exorcist with an unusual ability to swallow spirits.
The two establish a school exorcist club and begin investigating supernatural incidents. They are later joined by Kaoru Kanzaki and Kōtarō Tamon, a student who can communicate with ghosts but finds it difficult to interact with ordinary people.
Toho Animation Leads Production
The television adaptation will be produced by Toho Animation, with Chika Nagaoka serving as director. Character designs are being handled by Takahiro Kishida and Rina Iwamoto.
The newly released teaser visual and promotional material offer an early introduction to the anime’s supernatural atmosphere and main characters.
2027 Premiere Expected
The series is scheduled to premiere in 2027, although an exact broadcast date has not yet been announced.
The original manga began publication in Shueisha’s Jump SQ. magazine in 2023. It has surpassed 1.4 million copies in circulation, including digital editions, showing the growing popularity of the franchise.
With its ghost-hunting premise, school setting and unusual group of characters, Phantom Busters is building anticipation ahead of its television debut.
