Based on the manga “YAIBA,” serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday by Gosho Aoyama—best known for “Detective Conan”—this TV anime series aired in 1993. “Legend of the Sword: YAIBA”—based on the manga “YAIBA” serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday—will be broadcast in its entirety for free on ABEMA from October 28 to November 1, 2026.
You can binge-watch all 52 episodes of this sword-fighting action series—featuring Yaiya, a wild child raised in the jungle, battling his destined enemy, Onimaru—in just five days, right up to the final episode.
・The broadcast will run for five days, from October 28 to November 1, 2026
・Episodes will air twice daily on ABEMA’s Anime SPECIAL Channel 2
・Viewing is free, and catch-up streaming is available for free for one week after each broadcast
・Minami Takayama, who voices YAIBA, is the same voice actress as in the new series “Shin Samurai Den YAIBA”
Broadcast Overview for “All 52 Episodes of Legend of the Sword and the Brave YAIBA” Free Marathon Broadcast
Based on the manga “YAIBA,” serialized in Weekly Shonen Sunday by Gosho Aoyama—known for works such as “Detective Conan”—the 1993 TV anime “Legend of the Sword and the Brave: YAIBA” will be broadcast in its entirety for free on ABEMA.
For five days, from October 28 to November 1, episodes 1 through 52 (the finale) will be broadcast sequentially in two time slots each day.
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| Program Title | Legend of the Sword and the Brave: YAIBA—All 52 Episodes Broadcast Free in One Go |
|---|---|
| Broadcast Period | October 28, 2026 – November 1, 2026 |
| Broadcast Channel | ABEMA Anime SPECIAL Channel 2 |
| Viewing Fee | Free |
| On-Demand Streaming | Episodes available to watch for free for one week after broadcast |
| Show Page | ABEMA Episodes 1–4 Program Page |
| Official X | ABEMA Anime Official (@Anime_ABEMA) |
Broadcast Schedule for “Legend of the Sword and Brave YAIBA: All 52 Episodes Free at Once”
On the first day, October 28, Episodes 1–4 will air twice. Starting October 29, 12 episodes will air daily at 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
Since the same episodes air twice a day, you can choose the time that works best for you.
| Episodes 1–4 | October 28, 2:00 PM–/1:00 AM (October 29)– |
|---|---|
| Episodes 5–16 | October 29, 10:00 AM– / 10:00 PM– |
| Episodes 17–28 | October 30, 10:00 AM– / 10:00 PM– |
| Episodes 29–40 | October 31, 10:00 AM– / 10:00 PM– |
| Episodes 41–52 | November 1, 10:00 AM–/10:00 PM– |
*You can watch the broadcast episodes for free for one week after they air
*The program page URL is for Episodes 1–4
Introduction to “Legend of the Sword and Bravery: YAIBA”
This sword-fighting action series follows Tetsuya, a wild child who trained in the jungle with his father, Kenjuro, as he arrives in Japan, stays with the Mine family, and battles his destined enemy, Onimaru.
Armed with the demon sword “Raijin-ken,” Yaiba engages in battles against Onimaru’s assassins and embarks on adventures with his companions in search of the legendary jewel.
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| Original Work | Gosho Aoyama “YAIBA” |
|---|---|
| Broadcast | 1993–1994 (52 episodes total) |
| Chief Director | Kunihiko Yuyama |
| Animation Production | Pastel |
| Main Cast | Yai: Minami Takayama / Sayaka Mine: Kotono Mitsuishi / Takeshi Onimaru: Ryo Horikawa / Musashi Miyamoto: Shoji Sato / Kagetora: Akio Egawa |
Minami Takayama, who voices Yaiba, was also announced to reprise her role as Yaiba in the new anime series “Shin Samurai Den YAIBA,” which began airing in April 2025, will reprise her role as Yaiba, just as she did in the 1993 version.
Why not take this opportunity to compare the original story—featuring Yaiba voiced by the same actress—with the new series, even if you’re a fan who discovered the franchise through the new adaptation?
© Gosho Aoyama / Shogakukan / Shin Samurai Den YAIBA Production Committee
Frequently Asked Questions About the “All 52 Episodes Free Marathon Broadcast” of Legend of the Sword and Valor: YAIBA
When is the free marathon broadcast of Legend of the Sword and Valor: YAIBA?
For 5 days, from October 28 to November 1, 2026. On the first day, Episodes 1–4 will air at 2:00 PM and 2:00 AM; from October 29 through November 1, subsequent episodes will air daily at 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
Can I watch episodes I missed later?
For one week after each broadcast, you can watch the aired episodes for free on ABEMA.
Which channel will it air on?
It will air on ABEMA’s Anime SPECIAL Channel 2.
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