PRESS RELEASE: Open your eyes to the world of mysterious Yo-Kai in ‘YO-KAI WATCH’, only on Toonami
**Toonami is available on SKYcable Channel 42, Destiny Cable (Digital) Channel 42, Cignal Channel 36 and Cable Link Channel 214**
YO-KAI Watch New show
Starts June 27, weekends @10:15 a.m.
This June, catch the hottest new Japanese animation exclusively on Toonami, the Philippines’ ultimate home for anime and superhero series. YO-KAI WATCH makes its debut on June 27 and follows the adventures of a boy named Keita Amano. He discovers a peculiar capsule machine next to a sacred tree in Sakura New Town. And when he opens the capsule, it brings forth a Yo-Kai (ghost) named Whisper, who gives Keita a Yo-Kai watch. Using this, Keita is able to identify and uncover many different Yo-Kais.
Joined by a cat called Yo-Kai Jibanyan, Keita and Whisper start making friends with all sorts of Yo-Kai which can be summoned to battle against evil Yo-Kai that are causing trouble. Will the gang triumph against the evil Yo-Kai? Or will they stand helpless against their onslaught?
These supernatural adventures have taken over Japan since the release of the original game in 2013, which was followed by the sequels: YO-KAI WATCH 2: Ganso and Honke and YO-KAI WATCH 2: Shinuchi. Two manga adaptations have also been produced a shōnen manga series and a shōjo manga series.
The popular Yo-Kai dance featured in the series, Gera Gera Po, has a huge online following. See clips from the show and learn the dance moves here: https://youtu.be/MxVcv9vpWZ4!
The YO-KAI WATCH Challenge
Dive deeper into the world of Yo-Kai and join Toonami’s YO-KAI WATCH Challenge. Get a chance to win exciting and exclusive YO-KAI WATCH prizes! Just look for the Yo-Kai that will be invading your TV screens on every new episode of YO-KAI WATCH.
Here’s how to join:
- Tune in to fresh episodes of YO-KAI WATCH every Saturday and Sunday at 10:15 a.m. from June 27 to July 26, 2015.
- Watch out for the Yo-Kai on your TV screen.
- Write an email to YokaiChallenge@Toonami.com with the name of the featured Yo-Kai as the subject. In the message include your:
- Name:
- Age:
- Country:
- Email address:
- Contact number:
- Favorite Yo-Kai, and why:
Keep your eyes peeled for that lucky Yo-Kai and win exclusive prizes!
Superhero Universe New weekday primetime block
Weekdays from 5:45 p.m.
Now you can watch your favorite superheroes on Toonami’s first-ever superhero block. It features action-packed and over-the-top DC and Marvel shows such as Wolverine and the X-men, Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes II, Teen Titans, Superman the Animated Series, Justice League Unlimited, Beware the Batman, and more!
Anime Siege Weekend primetime block
Continues weekends from 9:30 a.m.
Be prepared for the ultimate anime siege as Toonami airs only the best anime series back-to-back! Packed with top-rating anime shows, Anime Siege is the ultimate destination for anime enthusiasts! Featured shows this month include: Dragon Ball Z Kai, Beast Saga, BeyWarriors: BeyRaiderz, Inazuma Eleven Go Galaxy, and YO-KAI WATCH.
Dragon Ball Z New episodes
Weekends @ 9:30 p.m.
The saga continues with Dragon Ball Z! Following the adventures of Goku, the world’s strongest fighter, Dragon Ball Z chronicles his travels across dimensions as he fights a variety of villains as the defender of Earth. Catch it on Anime Siege only on Toonami!
Inazuma Eleven Go Galaxy
Weekends @ 11:20 a.m.
After fighting for the future of football, Inazuma Japan’s next goal is to be the world champions in the World Cup. But challenges await such as the new coach choosing members who barely know how to play football! How will Inazuma Japan win the World Cup? Catch the new adventures as part of Anime Siege on Toonami!
Transformers: Robots in Disguise
Weekdays @ 5:00 p.m.
Years after the events in Transformers Prime, Bumblebee is summoned to save Earth from a new faction of Decepticons. He assembles a rogue team of young Autobots that includes a rebel bad boy bot, an elite guard cadet, a bombastic Dinobot, and a hyperactive Mini-Con to capture and defeat this new breed of enemies.
Here’s how to join the YO-KAI WATCH CONTEST:
1. Tune in to fresh episodes of YO-KAI WATCH every Saturday and Sunday at 10:15 a.m. from June 27 to July 26, 2015.
2. Identify the YO-KAI that invades on your TV screen.
3. Visit www.toonamiasia.com to join the challenge!
About Toonami
Toonami is the ultimate home of the superhero. Packed with high-octane, top-rating animated series, Toonami is a dedicated destination for young action and adventure enthusiasts. Toonami is a superhero fantasy: a full-tilt, rollercoaster ride of adventure, quips, drama and a whole lot more. Featured action franchises include Justice League Unlimited, YO-KAI WATCH, Dragon Ball Z, Teen Titans, WAKFU: The Animated Series, Transformers: Robots in Disguise and Batman. The channel is currently available across Asia Pacific including in India, Indonesia, Philippines, Hong Kong, Singapore and Thailand. Toonami is a brand created and distributed by Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc., a Time Warner Company.
