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Whether you’re already a fan of this anime or looking for another one to add to your streaming list, we have all the details you need on where to watch Eminence in Shadow in the US online for free up ahead.
The Eminence in Shadow, adapted from the Japanese light novel series of the same name by Daisuke Aizawa and illustrated by Tōzai, follows Cid Kagenou, a boy who dreams of being like the fictional superheroes he has always admired. His dream takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself reborn in a fantasy world with magical powers of his own, giving him the chance to become the elusive figure he’s always aspired to be: the Eminence in Shadow.
As he trains to harness his powers in the shadow realm, he meets an elven girl suffering from a mysterious illness. He cures her, and to amuse himself, he invents a story for the girl. He convinces her that she’s a descendant of heroes who defeated a demon named Diablos, and a cult is trying to resurrect him. The girl, believing the tale, pledges her love to Cid and commits to forming a group known as the Shadow Garden to fight the cult.
However, Kagenou is soon surprised to discover that the entities he invented are actually real, plunging him into a power struggle he hadn’t anticipated. The story continues to unfold with him navigating a dark underworld filled with mystical forces, secret organizations, and unexpected challenges—all while trying to play the role he always aspired to hold.
Originally announced in February 2021, The Eminence in Shadow premiered in October 2022. The series, produced by Nexus and directed by Kazuya Nakanishi, was later renewed for a second season, which aired from October 2023 to December 2023 and is now available to stream. But how can fans in the US watch The Eminence in Shadow? The good news is that there’s a way to stream the series even if you’re not in Japan. Keep on reading below for details on where to watch Eminence in Shadow in the US.
Where to watch Eminence in Shadow season 2 in the US
How can Americans watch The Eminence in Shadow in the US? Eminence in Shadow season 2 is available to stream on Netflix in Japan. While The Eminence in Shadow season 1 is available on some US services, The Eminence in Shadow season 2 is only available to stream in the US using a VPN. In case you’re not familiar, a VPN (virtual private network) is a service that allows users to set their computer’s location to another country and access websites that would otherwise be restricted by location. The most popular VPNs are ExpressVPN, NordVPN, AtlasVPN, and Pure VPN, all of which offer a 30-day-money-back guarantee. Keep on reading ahead to find out how to sign up for them to watch Eminence in Shadow in the US.
Image: Nexus.
Watch Eminence in Shadow in the US with ExpressVPN
ExpressVPN is one of the most popular VPN services, and the one we recommend above all others for a simple reason. The service—which allows users to set their location to more than 160 locations in 90 countries with unlimited bandwidth—offers a 30-day-money-back guarantee. ExpressVPN costs $12.95 per month for its monthly plan and $9.99 per month for its six-month plan. Each plan includes a 30-day-money-back guarantee.
Express VPN—which takes about five minutes to set up—also promises lightning-quick connectivity, 24-hour live-chat support and allows users to connect to any device, from computers to phones to tablets. Of course, users can do more than watch international events and shows in the US with a VPN. VPNs also allow users to access international versions of Netflix, Disney Plus and HBO Max (which have different content than in the US) as well as stream international services like Hayu, which has access to programs like the Real Housewives, Below Deck, The Bachelor and hundreds of other reality TV shows.
Read on for step-by-step instructions on where to watch Eminence in Shadow in the US with ExpressVPN.
Sign up for ExpressVPN and create an account
Log into your ExpressVPN account and click “Download” on the “Dashboard” or in “Set Up Your Devices”
Once you’ve installed ExpressVPN, enter the “Activation Code” from the “Dashboard” or in “Set Up Your Devices”
Once ExpressVPN is set up, change your location to “Japan” by clicking the connect icon to read “Connected” and selecting the country in the “Smart Location” menu
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Watch Eminence in Shadow in the US with AtlasVPN
AtlasVPN—which offers a 30-day-money-back guarantee—costs $11.99 per month for a monthly plan, $3.29 per month for a yearly plan, and $1.64 per month for a two-year plan with an extra six months free. AtlasVPN offers more than 1,000 high-speed VPN servers, unlimited devices, 24/7 support, WireGuard protocol and passwordless login. Read on for step-by-step instructions on where to watch Eminence in Shadow in the US with AtlasVPN.
Sign up for AtlasVPN and create an account
Once finished, click “Go Premium” which will direct you to the downloads page
Click “Get Atlas” for the platform of your choice
Click “Download Now”
Locate the file on your computer and follow the prompts to install AtlasVPN
Click “Connect”
Once AtlasVPN is set up, change your location to “Japan” by clicking the server in the right bar
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Watch Eminence in Shadow in the US with NordVPN
Nord VPN is another popular VPN service recommended by YouTubers like PewDiePie, Casey Neistat and Philip DeFranco. The service—which offers a 30-day-money-back guarantee—costs $12.99 per month for a Standard monthly plan; $4.99 per month for a Standard one-year plan; and $3.39 per month for a Standard two-year plan. Along with access to more than 59 countries, NordVPN also allows users to connect to multiple devices (from computers to phones to tablets) and offers 24-hour live-chat support. Read on for step-by-step instructions for where to watch Eminence in Shadow in the US with NordVPN.
Sign up for NordVPN and create an account
Log into your NordVPN account and click “Downloads” on the left-side menu
Once you’ve installed NordVPN, log into your account
Once NordVPN is set up, change your location to the Japan by clicking “Quick Connect” or searching the country in the menu
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Watch Eminence in Shadow in the US with PureVPN
Another popular VPN service is Pure VPN, which offers a 31-day-money-back guarantee. PureVPN’s Max plans cost $20.45 per month for a monthly plan, $4.96 per month with three extra months free for a one-year plan, and $3.44 per month with three months free for a two-year plan. Pure VPN offers more than 6,5000 servers in over 78 countries across the world, as well as 24-hour live-chat support. Read on for step-by-step instructions for where to watch Eminence in Shadow in the US with PureVPN.
Sign up for PureVPN and create an account
Once you’ve created your account, scroll to the bottom of PureVPN’s homepage and select the VPN that fits your device: Windows, MAC, IOS, etc.
Click “Download the app”
Once you’ve installed PureVPN, log into your account
Once PureVPN is set up, change your location to the Japan by searching for the country in the right bar
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Who is in The Eminence in Shadow cast?
The Eminence in Shadow stars Seiichirō Yamashita as the voice of Cid Kagenou. Read on ahead for the full voice cast list for The Eminence in Shadow.
Seiichirō Yamashita as Cid Kagenou/Shadow
Ai Kakuma as Mary
Asami Seto as Alpha
Ayaka Asai as Zeta
Chafurin as Garter Kikuchi
Daisuke Namikawa as Gettan
Fairouz Ai as Delta
Haruka Shiraishi as Rose Oriana/666
Hina Yomiya as 665
Hisako Kanemoto as Epsilon
Ikumi Hasegawa as Lambda
Inori Minase as Beta
Jun Fukuyama as John Smith
Kana Hanazawa as Alexia Midgar
Kana Ichinose as Natsu
M.A.O as Marie
Maaya Uchida as Nu
Madoka Asahina as Kana
Mayu Minami as Chi
Miku Itō as 559/Victoria
Miyu Tomita as 664
Reina Kondo as Eta
Reina Ueda as Margaret
Rina Hidaka as Claire Kagenou
Ryōko Maekawa as Omega
Saori Hayami as Elizabeth
Shin Matsushige as Jaga Imo
Shizuka Itō as Yukime
Shō Hayami as Perv Asshat
Suzuko Mimori as Gamma
Takehito Koyasu as Mordred
Tomokazu Sugita as Crimson
Tsuyoshi Koyama as Juggernaut
Yōko Hikasa as Iris Midgar
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Hyoro Gari
Yuko Minaguchi as Reina Oriana
The Eminence in Shadow is available to stream on Netflix Japan with a VPN from the United States.
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