ANIMA, the sub-brand of Hi-Fi audio powerhouse Acoustune, is no stranger to epic anime collabs. They've previously teamed up with fan-favorites like "Bocchi the Rock!", "BanG Dream! MyGO/Ave Mujica", and even the mobile game "Blue Archive", all to rave reviews from fans.
Now, they're diving into the brutal world of "Hell's Paradise" (Jigokuraku) for their latest true wireless earbud collaboration! These slick new earbuds are inspired by the series' protagonists, Gabimaru and Sagiri Yamada Asaemon, and drop just in time for the anime's highly anticipated second season, set to air in January 2026. Priced at ¥20,000, you can snag a pair right now from the ONKYO official website.
For the uninitiated, "Hell's Paradise" (Jigokuraku) throws us into the chaotic Edo period. Our protagonist, Gabimaru, the "Strongest Ninja," finds himself betrayed by his comrades, captured, and sentenced to death by the Shogunate. The catch? He's seemingly unkillable.
That is, until the executioner, Sagiri Yamada Asaemon, offers him a deal: retrieve the legendary "Elixir of Life" from a mysterious island, and he'll be pardoned. Desperate to reunite with his wife, Gabimaru accepts, plunging into a deadly competition against other condemned criminals all vying for the same impossible prize.
Design-wise, these earbuds keep it sleek with a black base. Each earbud features subtle nods to the characters: Gabimaru's iconic diamond earring on one, and Sagiri's distinctive crest on the other. The charging case boldly displays the series' English title, "Jigokuraku," rendered in a unique, colorful graffiti style.
These aren't just pretty faces either; they're built on ANIMA's popular AOW01 model, specifically engineered for an optimal anime music listening experience.
And what's a character-themed earbud without character voices? You'll get exclusive voice prompts recorded by Chiaki Kobayashi (Gabimaru) and Yumiri Hanamori (Sagiri Yamada Asaemon) themselves! Imagine your favorite characters greeting you and guiding you through your music sessions. Talk about immersion!
Even the packaging is a collector's dream, featuring exclusive artwork of Gabimaru and Sagiri. They're depicted in stylish modern attire, rocking Yokosuka jackets and, of course, their new ANIMA earbuds.
ANIMA AOW01 "Hell's Paradise" Collaboration Wireless Earbuds
Price: ¥20,000
Estimated Release: Late July to Early August 2025
via： ONKYO DIRECT