KyoAni's first wholly new anime is momentous—the beloved studio delivering an original work marks a significant milestone in their history. Steampunk early 1900s Kyoto sounds visually stunning; KyoAni depicting an alternate history where only steam engines advanced promises gorgeous backgrounds. Worldwide Netflix release shows global confidence; simultaneous worldwide premiere demonstrates belief in the series' international appeal. Age of Electricity vs steam engine premise is unique—siblings dreaming of electrical power in a steam-dominated world creates compelling alternative history.

The first wholly new anime from the beloved Kyoto Animation, the adaptation of Hiro Yuki's 20 Seiki Denki Mokuroku light novel with the English title Sparks of Tomorrow, will premiere in July 2026 worldwide. The series announced the news on its official accounts today, shortly after the Next on Netflix Japan 2026 presentation, which showcased a new visual and a behind-the-scenes video.

Sparks of Tomorrow Streaming Date Visual

Production Staff

Director: Minoru Ota (episode director on many KyoAni titles, series directorial debut)

Animation Studio: Kyoto Animation

Series Composition: Tatsuhiko Urahata (Violet Evergarden)

Character Design/Chief Animation Director: Kohei Okamura (Free! The Final Stroke)

Worldview Setting: Takaaki Suzuki (Violet Evergarden)

Music: Hitomi Koto (video game composer)

The Story

Kyoto Animation describes the series:

A Tale of Adventure for Boys and Girls Who Dreamed of the Age of Electricity in a World Shrouded in Smoke!

──This was a little while ago. Kyoto in the early 20th century, having evolved differently from the history we know today. In a world where only steam engines had advanced, the city was shrouded in smoke.

A boy who lost his brother, with whom he had dreamed of the "Age of Electricity," and now lives with deep suspicion.

A girl who keeps her dreams for the future and her regrets for her deceased mother hidden in her heart, now living a devout life.

The boy and girl meet while seeking the secret of the "20th Century Electrical Catalog," which depicted their dreams.

Surpass who you are now and break through the dreams you once had!

This is the story of <regeneration>.

Premiere Information

Date: July 2026 Platform: Netflix (worldwide simultaneous release)

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