NIPPON SANGOKU: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun ranked second among the answers to a survey question about trends expected to gain popularity.
Marketing research company Asmark conducted the survey with Material’s Wakamono Real Lab, gathering responses from 600 people aged 15 to 29. The survey was conducted from June 11 to June 15, 2026, and the results were released on July 24.
AI illustrations ranked first at 6.5%, followed by NIPPON SANGOKU: The Three Nations of the Crimson Sun at 4.5%. “Ino Tadataka circle” and negishio pork rice bowl tied for the next position at 3.8% each.
AniHeat's take: The result is worth noting for fans tracking the anime’s visibility among younger audiences, as the title placed second in a survey focused on trends expected to emerge in 2026.
Announced 7/24. Source: Official announcement (PR TIMES)