Media · Updated September 2026
Onimusha: Way of the Sword Japanese Trailer
The Japanese trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword features the original Japanese voice cast, led by Yoshimasa Hosoya as Miyamoto Musashi. It shows the same reveal footage as the Western trailer, with Japanese voice-over and the title 鬼武者 Way of the Sword.
Where to watch
The Japanese trailer is available on Capcom's official Japanese channel, where it is published alongside the JP promotional site for the game. It is the canonical version of the reveal for Japanese audiences.
Search for the Japanese title, 鬼武者 Way of the Sword, to find the native upload rather than fan re-uploads.
What it shows
The Japanese trailer presents the same cinematic reveal as the Western version, introducing Miyamoto Musashi and the dark-fantasy Kyoto setting. The difference is the full Japanese voice cast.
Yoshimasa Hosoya voices Musashi in the trailer, giving players their first taste of the original audio. The trailer also highlights the sword combat and the Genma enemies.
The JP promotional site
Capcom operates a Japanese promotional site for the game, with the JP trailer and story details. It is the official source for Japanese-language information on the release.
The JP site covers the platforms, the release date and the character lineup, matching the global launch on September 4, 2026.
Differences from the Western trailer
The footage is essentially identical between the Japanese and Western trailers, with the difference being the audio and on-screen title. The core reveal content is the same.
The Japanese trailer is the better preview if you plan to play with Japanese audio, since it shows exactly what the final voice track sounds like.
Reaction to the JP trailer
The Japanese trailer was well received in Japan, where the franchise has a long history. The casting of Yoshimasa Hosoya drew particular attention from anime and game fans.
Alongside the Japanese gameplay footage, the JP trailer anchored the game's marketing in its home market.