TV Show review
February 11, 2024 · 24 min · TV-MA · Returning Series · Action · Animation · Adventure
Based on 2 seasons, 13 episodes · through May 5, 2024
Ninja Kamui is an action anime about a former ninja named Joe Logan. After a rival clan kills his wife and son, he goes on a quest for revenge. The show features a highly skilled female ninja named Emma who saves the main character and fights alongside him. Other prominent characters of diverse backgrounds, such as FBI agent Mike and hacker Jason, support the main hero in his mission.
Why 16%? See the score breakdownBreakdown
These are the editorial factors and ratings behind our score for Ninja Kamui.
Woke representation / casting
The show has a diverse cast. Emma is a very strong female FBI agent who is also a ninja. Mike and Jason are competent black characters. This diversity is visible in prominent roles. However, it feels natural to the modern American setting and does not feel forced.
26%
Woke political dialogue
There is no woke political dialogue in this show. The characters talk about revenge, ninja codes, and corporate greed. There are no activist lectures or speeches about social justice.
0%
Production
Identity-driven story themes
The story is a simple revenge plot. A former ninja wants to avenge his family. The themes do not focus on race, gender, or sexual identity.
0%
Western institutional / cultural critique
The show has a corrupt tech company called AUZA as the villain. This is a common trope about corporate greed. It does not use modern activist talking points to criticize real Western culture.
5%
Woke character or canon changes
Not relevant
0%
Anti-woke backlash and complaints
There is no notable anti-woke backlash against this show. Fans were disappointed by the shift to CGI mecha suits. They did not complain about woke themes.
0%
Creator track record context
The creators have almost no history of progressive activism. The writers and directors focus entirely on action and storytelling. A few American producers have very mild industry backgrounds.
8%
