Prepare yourself for the highly anticipated premiere of Bartender: Glass of God this week, signaling the beginning of the Spring 2024 season. Fans are eagerly awaiting this fresh adaptation of Araki Joh’s beloved manga, so let’s dive into Bartender: Glass of God Episode 1’s release details, expected plot, and more!
What Came Before Bartender: Glass of God?
Originally, Araki Joh’s Bartender manga received an anime adaptation in 2006, earning high praise from numerous fans for its faithfulness to the source material. When the new adaptation, Bartender: Glass of God, was announced, some fans mistakenly believed it to be a sequel to the original. However, Bartender: Glass of God is confirmed to be a remake of the original anime, with animation by Studio Liber.
In this remake, fans can anticipate a modern interpretation of the Bartender series, while still adhering to the manga’s storyline. The narrative revolves around Ryu Sasakura, a brilliant bartender renowned for concocting the most exquisite cocktails imaginable.
Bartender: Glass of God Episode 1 is scheduled to premiere in Japan at 12 am JST on Thursday, April 4, 2024. International viewers can catch the episode a day earlier on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.
Japanese audiences can watch Bartender: Glass of God Episode 1 on TV Tokyo and various other television channels. Additionally, they can enjoy on-demand access through platforms like Lemino, U-NEXT, Anime Times, and Anime Hodai.
Internationally, Bartender: Glass of God Episode 1 will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll, ABEMA Premium, Amazon Prime Video, d-anime store, DMM TV, Hulu, and the bandai channel.
Expected Plot of Bartender: Glass of God Episode 1
Bartender: Glass of God Episode 1 is expected to introduce our protagonist, bartender Ryu Sasakura, and his establishment, Eden Hall. Located amidst the labyrinthine streets of the Ginza district, Eden Hall stands as a haven overseen by Ryu. Famed for his mastery in crafting the revered Glass of God cocktail, Ryu’s bar exudes an aura of mystery, drawing patrons from far and wide.
In this premiere episode, viewers will likely witness a diverse array of individuals entering Eden Hall, each burdened by their own personal struggles. Ryu, with his skillful artistry, will serve as a source of comfort and guidance, concocting cocktails tailored to soothe and uplift each visitor.
With its compelling premise, Bartender: Glass of God offers a captivating exploration of human emotion and the transformative power of Ryu’s craft. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for further updates on the upcoming Bartender: Glass of God anime and more.
