The World Is Dancing (2026) is a animation, drama web series in Japanese. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The World Is Dancing online in HD.
The World Is Dancing — Storyline
In 1374, amid the turmoil of the Northern and Southern Courts' long running conflict, a boy named Oniyasha is born into a family of sarugaku theater performers. He spends his days in a kind of quiet gloom, haunted by a simple but persistent question: Why do people dance? Then, one day, he witnesses a dance that he feels to be “good”—and everything begins to change. This is the story of the beautiful young boy who would one day shape the art of Noh and be remembered as Zeami.
Cast & Crew
- Starring: Yumiri Hanamori, Shimba Tsuchiya, Maaya Uchida, Romi Park, Katsuyuki Konishi, Haruki Ishiya, Takahiro Sakurai, Nobuo Tobita
The World Is Dancing — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2026-07-02 |
| Seasons | 1 |
| Episodes | 13 |
| Genre | Animation, Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Network | Tokyo MX, KBS Kyoto |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Rating | 7.5/10 (2 votes) |
The World Is Dancing — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Why Do People Dance? (2026-07-02) — In the midst of an era of conflict, Oniyasha wrestles with a question he cannot answer.
- E2: You Have a Body (2026-07-09) — Fascinated by the woman's haunting performance, Oniyasha seeks her out and requests to watch her dance again.
- E3: You Have Your Own Sense of "Good" (2026-07-16) — The Kanze Troupe has a once-in-a-lifetime chance to perform for the shogun, but it's an opportunity that weighs heavily on Oniyasha's shoulders.
- E4: Differing Scales of Progress (2026-07-23) — As the Kanze Troupe takes the stage at Imakumano, Oniyasha gains a new perspective on both his father and the shogun.
- E5: A Budding Throb (2026-07-30) — Two rival troupes hold a competition, and the stakes couldn't be higher. The losing troupe must forfeit the shogun's patronage and disband.
- E6: Connection (2026-08-06) — Oniyasha gets a second chance, but he'll have to regain his confidence before facing Zojiro again.
- E7: In Between (2026-08-13) — Oniyasha and Kogane struggle to accept Toku's fate.
- E8: To the Other Side of the Bridge (2026-08-20) — Oniyasha's stunning performance compels Zojiro to concede defeat. Yet the competition continues, and both performers are forced to face their own limitations.
- E9: Concealed Feelings (2026-08-27) — Oniyasha and Zojiro have decided to collaborate, but that doesn't mean everyone is happy about it. Meanwhile, Chiharu struggles with feelings of inadequacy.
- E10: A World Overflowing (2026-09-03) — Oniyasha and Zojiro take the stage for the final round, but the competition will end in a way no one predicted.
- E11: The Moon Before It's Full (2026-09-10) — Years later, the leader of the Hiyoshi Troupe, Inuo, receives a message telling him to come to Sanjobomon.
- E12: Reclaiming Intentions (2026-09-17) — Burdened by a changing body, Oniyasha returns to old friends and the village he once called home. Perhaps he can find the resolve to move forward there.
- E13: Episode 13 (2026-09-24)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The World Is Dancing have? 1 season(s) with 13 episodes.
Where can I watch The World Is Dancing? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
