# BUTA
*Also known as: BUTA*

## Facts
- Format: MOVIE
- Status: concluded
- Year: 2012
- Season: WINTER

## Renewal Score
**BUTA** has a **40% renewal probability** on Courcast (confidence: 78%) as of 2026-06-03.

## Synopsis
Buta the sword for hire is recruited by the Tufugu Pirates on their voyage to seek a stockpile of treasure. On board he discovers the child Kitsune locked away below deck. After some misunderstandings and with the promise of more money, the two of them go on their own adventure.
(Source: BakaBT)
Note: Buta is one of the four anime works that each received 38 million yen (about US$470,000) from the "2011 Young Animator Training Project." Just like in 2010, the animation labor group received 214.5

## About Courcast
Courcast forecasts anime renewal probability using daily signals from streaming platforms, fan communities, and industry sources. Each CourScore (0–100) reflects fandom momentum, streaming performance, source material runway, and franchise history.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-03*