by “A Country Old Man Becomes a Sword Saint” is a TV anime that will begin airing in April 2025.
The series is based on Shigeru Sagazaki’s light novel “A Country Old Man Becomes a Sword Saint: I Was Just a Country Sword Master, But My Successful Students Won’t Let Go of Me.”
This article compiles information on the theme songs and artists of the anime Ossan Sword Saint.
Summary of the anime “A Country Old Man Becomes a Sword Saint”
Beryl Gardenant is a middle-aged man who is the master of a sword-fighting dojo in a rural village. Beryl has trained many students who have gone on to become successful in various places. Just as Beryl plans to end his life quietly in the countryside, he is visited by his former student, Aleucia, who has risen to the head of the kingdom’s knights.
Aleucia tells Beryl that she has recommended him to be an instructor for the Royal Knights and that he has been approved. She then takes him to the capital, Valtrain. In Valtrain, Beryl will be reunited with the students she has trained and make new encounters.
The original work is a light novel, and Kazuki Sato published a comic book version. Spin-off manga about the top-ranking adventurer Surena and the Kingdom Magician’s Fissel are also being serialized. The total number of copies of the series, including the comic book version, has exceeded 6.5 million (as of February 2025).
Anime “Ossan Swordsman” Ending Theme “Alright!!!”
The ending theme song for “Ossan Kensei” is “Alright!!!” by rock band FLOW. Before the TV broadcast, “Alright!!!” was released in the second PV for “Ossan Kensei.”
The members of FLOW are roughly the same generation as the protagonist, Beryl. They commented, “I think we were able to color the song with words that are so new because we’re older guys. ” They continued, “It’s an ending song that lets you savor the feeling you get after reading the story. I hope you enjoy the series, and I’m looking forward to seeing Beryl Gardenant in action.”
The song was composed by guitarist TAKE, and vocalist KOHSHI wrote the lyrics. “Alright!!!” incorporates the Western worldview of Ossan Kensei into its sound.
The promotional video for “Ossan Sword Saint” is posted on the YouTube channel “NBCUniversal Anime/Music,” featuring a commentary video by FLOW.
Who is FLOW, the singer of the ending theme song?
FLOW is a five-member fusion rock band. Vocalist KOHSHI and his younger brother TAKE, who plays guitar, began their musical careers in 1993, and FLOW was formed in 1998.
The band is characterized by the strength of the melodies woven by the twin vocals of KOHSHI and KEIGO and their wide range of musicality. FLOW’s music is well-known for its affinity with anime works, and they have worked on numerous anime tie-up songs.
The band is also actively working outside of Japan. From 2024 to 2025, they will embark on their most extensive world tour, “FLOW WORLD TOUR “ANIME SHIBARI 2024-2025,” visiting Australia, North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.
Some of the anime theme songs that FLOW has sung so far include the opening theme “GO!!!” to “NARUTO,” the opening theme “DAYS” to “Psalms of Planets Eureka Seven,” the opening theme “COLORS” to “Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion,” and the theme song “HERO ~Song of Hope~” to the movie “Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods.”
What is the opening theme song for the anime “Ossan Sword Saint”?
As of February 7, 2025, the ending theme song for “Ossan Kensei” has been announced, but information about the opening theme song and the artist who will sing it has not yet been released.
A stage event for “Ossan Kensei” is planned for the anime event “AnimeJapan 2025” on March 23, 2025. During this stage event, the opening song and information on the artists in charge may be announced as a surprise.
summary
The ending theme song for the spring 2025 anime “Ossan Kensei” is “Alright!!!” by the mix-rock band FLOW.
Although the ending information has been announced, the opening theme song has not been announced yet. The opening theme song may be released when the first episode is broadcast on TV, but it may also be announced in future promotional videos or at anime events.
