Chinese Mythological Manhua Shang Shan Getting Japanese TV Anime

A Chinese mythological manhua is making the jump to Japanese animation. Shang Shan will be adapted into a Japanese TV anime series titled Shōzen, with production handled by Dangan Pictures and Cannon Code.

Production Details

The collaboration between Dangan Pictures and Cannon Code marks an interesting cross-cultural anime production. While specific details about the adaptation remain limited, the series is currently scheduled for a 2027 release.

About Manhua Adaptations

For those unfamiliar with the term, manhua refers to Chinese comics and graphic novels. While anime adaptations of Japanese manga are common, adaptations of Chinese manhua into Japanese anime are less frequent, making this project particularly noteworthy for fans interested in Asian mythology and cross-cultural productions.

The original Shang Shan focuses on Chinese mythological themes, though specific plot details for the anime adaptation have not been revealed yet. As production continues over the next few years, fans can expect more information about the cast, staff, and story details.

With the 2027 release still several years away, this gives the production team plenty of time to craft an adaptation that honors both the source material's Chinese mythological roots and appeals to anime audiences worldwide.