The World Is Dancing - Episode Guide

Season 1

Why Do People Dance?

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Jun 29, 2026 (30 min)

Why Do People Dance?

In the midst of an era of conflict, Oniyasha wrestles with a question he cannot answer.

You Have a Body

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Jul 6, 2026 (30 min)

You Have a Body

Fascinated by the woman's haunting performance, Oniyasha seeks her out and requests to watch her dance again.

You Have Your Own Sense of "Good"

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Jul 13, 2026 (30 min)

You Have Your Own Sense of "Good"

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.

Differing Scales of Progress

Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Jul 20, 2026 (30 min)

Differing Scales of Progress

As the Kanze Troupe takes the stage at Imakumano, Oniyasha gains a new perspective on both his father and the shogun.

A Budding Throb

Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Jul 27, 2026 (30 min)

A Budding Throb

Two rival troupes hold a competition, and the stakes couldn't be higher. The losing troupe must forfeit the shogun's patronage and disband.

Connection

Episode: 1x06 | Airdate: Aug 3, 2026 (30 min)

Connection

Oniyasha gets a second chance, but he'll have to regain his confidence before facing Zojiro again.

In Between

Episode: 1x07 | Airdate: Aug 10, 2026 (30 min)

In Between

Oniyasha and Kogane struggle to accept Toku's fate.

To the Other Side of the Bridge

Episode: 1x08 | Airdate: Aug 17, 2026 (30 min)

To the Other Side of the Bridge

Oniyasha's stunning performance compels Zojiro to concede defeat. Yet the competition continues, and both performers are forced to face their own limitations.

Concealed Feelings

Episode: 1x09 | Airdate: Aug 24, 2026 (30 min)

Concealed Feelings

Oniyasha and Zojiro have decided to collaborate, but that doesn't mean everyone is happy about it. Meanwhile, Chiharu struggles with feelings of inadequacy.

A World Overflowing

Episode: 1x10 | Airdate: Aug 31, 2026 (30 min)

A World Overflowing

Oniyasha and Zojiro take the stage for the final round, but the competition will end in a way no one predicted.

The Moon Before It's Full

Episode: 1x11 | Airdate: Sep 10, 2026 (30 min)

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He receives a message instructing him to come. Inuou, who had been practicing dance alone in solitude, decides to dance in front of people with the help of [name]. Meanwhile, [name], who has grown taller and whose voice has changed , spends his days dancing in front of guests without sleep or rest.

Reclaiming Intentions

Episode: 1x12 | Airdate: Sep 14, 2026 (30 min)

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When he woke up, he found himself in a familiar place . Spending time with Satsuki, whom he hadn't seen in years , helped Oniyasha return to his roots. Meanwhile, Oniyasha came face to face with someone he had parted ways with after a falling out...

Noh

Episode: 1x13 | Airdate: Sep 21, 2026 (30 min)

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Having decided to participate in the Hana no staging , he goes to ask for Nino's permission. Having found the path he should take, Oniyasha is told by Kan'ami, "You may have limits, but there are no limits for people.

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