Series synopsis
Shinkalion: Change the World, also known as シンカリオン チェンジ ザ ワールド is a Japanese animation sci-fi & fantasy kids television series that premiered on TV Tokyo on April 7, 2024. It ended on February 2, 2025. It stars Hiiro Ishibashi, Shimba Tsuchiya, Kensho Ono and Eri Kitamura.
Once upon a time, an unidentified enemy, the Unknown, suddenly appeared. The "Super Evolutionary Railway Development Agency," had developed the "Shinkalion," a robot that transforms into a bullet train, as a countermeasure against this threat.
"I want to be a cool person who can protect something..." Taisei Oonari, a second-year junior high school student, transfers to Shinkai Gakuen Middle School in search of clues about his older sister who disappeared two years ago.
Just then, the Unknown a ...
Premise
Once upon a time, an unidentified enemy, the Unknown, suddenly appeared. The "Super Evolutionary Railway Development Agency," had developed the "Shinkalion," a robot that transforms into a bullet train, as a countermeasure against this threat.
"I want to be a cool person who can protect something..." Taisei Oonari, a second-year junior high school student, transfers to Shinkai Gakuen Middle School in search of clues about his older sister who disappeared two years ago.
Just then, the Unknown appears for the first time in 10 years. Taisei happens to have a high aptitude value as a Shinkalion pilot, and is forced to make a decision to fight it. What is the true nature of the Unknown and what is its purpose? What is the truth that comes to light at the end of the fight? The story of the boys' determination and growth begins now.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Hiiro Ishibashi as Taisei Oonari (voice)
- Shimba Tsuchiya as Ryouta Kuzuryuu (voice)
- Kensho Ono as Akane Folden (voice)
- Eri Kitamura as Ina Oonari (voice)
- Kaede Hondo as Mai Oume (voice)
- Chikahiro Kobayashi as Kadomichi Takanawa (voice)
- Hana Tamegai as Vina (voice)
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 43 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 4 | July 7, 2024 | January 5, 2025 |
| Season 1 | 39 | April 7, 2024 | February 2, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Lost Memories "How did it end up like this… Where did I end up and what did I do…?" As the driver of the Phantom Shinkalion, Ina stood in front of Taisei and the others. What was Ina doing behind the scenes of the battle with Taisei and the others? A special episode looking back on what had happened until from Ina's perspective. |
July 7, 2024 |
| 2 |
Battle Record The endless battle between the Unknowns that suddenly attacked and the Shinkalions! A series of fierce battles for Japan's peace and safety! Let's take a look once again at many heroic appearances of the Shinkalions, who never give up and continue to stand up even when faced with a difficult situation! A special episode that looks back on past battles with live commentary from announcer Akira Fukuzawa. |
August 18, 2024 |
| 3 | Research the World | October 27, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
CHANGE THE WORLD Taisei Onari, a railway-loving second-year junior high school student, transfers to Shinkai Academy in search of clues about his missing older sister, Ina. Just when he meets Ryota Kuzuryu and Mai Ome, and is excited about the railway club they are affiliated to, Unknown emerges in the city for the first time in ten years. Incidentally, Taisei is found possessing high Aptitude Value as a Shinkalion driver, and is forced to make the decision to fight. |
April 7, 2024 |
| 2 |
Driver Taisei Onari Taisei rides Shinkalion E5 Hayabusa and goes into his first battle. Although he is forced to struggle with unfamiliar driving, he manages to Vehicle Combine under Takanawa's instructions and somehow succeeds in defeating the Unknown. However, Taisei feels responsible for not being able to protect the pedestrian bridge where he and Ina watched the E5 series road transportation when they were young. |
April 14, 2024 |
| 3 |
Insufficient Aptitude Value Taisei, who has officially become a member of the Railway Club, is given a tour around ERDA by Takanawa, and learns the reason why Shinkalion was developed, as well as the fact that his missing sister, Ina, was once involved in the development of Shinkalion. Meanwhile, the Unknown shows up in Ryota's hometown, Tsuruga this time. Ryota wants to protect his hometown with his own hands, but he doesn't have enough Aptitude Value. |
April 21, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | TV Tokyo |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 7, 2024 |
| Last aired | February 2, 2025 |
| Runtime | 24 minutes |
| Status | ended |