Katanagatari
Yasuri Shichika, seventh successor of the Kyotouryuu (bladeless) sword art, lives on an isolated island with his older sister, Nanami.
One day Shichika is visited by a woman named Togame, who requests his aid in her quest to find and collect the final twelve swords forged by the legendary master swordsmith, Shikizaki Kiki. Shichika and Togame begin their odyssey by leaving the island he called home for over 20 years. They will face twelve individuals who possess and protect Shikizaki's legendary swords.
Join Shichika and Togame on an exciting, epic adventure that defies reality as they discover the true potential of the Kyoutoryuu sword style!
(Source: NIS America)
Yasuri Shichika, seventh successor of the Kyotouryuu (bladeless) sword art, lives on an isolated island with his older sister, Nanami.
One day Shichika is visited by a woman named Togame, who requests his aid in her quest to find and collect the final twelve swords forged by the legendary master swordsmith, Shikizaki Kiki. Shichika and Togame begin their odyssey by leaving the island he called home for over 20 years. They will face twelve individuals who possess and protect Shikizaki's legendary swords.
Join Shichika and Togame on an exciting, epic adventure that defies reality as they discover the true potential of the Kyoutoryuu sword style!
(Source: NIS America)
Yasuri Shichika, seventh successor of the Kyotouryuu (bladeless) sword art, lives on an isolated island with his older sister, Nanami.
One day Shichika is visited by a woman named Togame, who requests his aid in her quest to find and collect the final twelve swords forged by the legendary master swordsmith, Shikizaki Kiki. Shichika and Togame begin their odyssey by leaving the island he called home for over 20 years. They will face twelve individuals who possess and protect Shikizaki's legendary swords.
Join Shichika and Togame on an exciting, epic adventure that defies reality as they discover the true potential of the Kyoutoryuu sword style!
(Source: NIS America)
Format
TV
Episodes
12
Episode Duration
50 mins
Characters
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Staff
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Reviews
4 · sorted by votes- 100
An Anime that Stands Out From The Norm, Katanagatari is a Once In A Lifetime Rollercoaster You Shouldn't Miss
A beautiful meditation on the nature of identity, conflict and ambition that wears the skin of an action series.
An identity of its own, and cements itself as an incredible experience.
- 86
La estética y animación de Katanagatari complementan muy bien su guión, convirtiéndolo en una joya poco comentada
Status Distribution
Current
5%·6,924
Planning
46%·59,762
Paused
5%·6,508
Dropped
3%·3,607
Completed
41%·52,310
Score Distribution
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Recommendations
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Relations
Swordplay96%Martial Arts93%Historical84%Samurai82%Travel80%Gore79%Male Protagonist76%Philosophy75%Ninja74%Female Protagonist71%Meta70%Episodic66%Tsundere65%Coming of Age64%Primarily Adult Cast61%Rural50%Slapstick45%Nudity36%Urban30%Shrine Maiden28%Desert26%
Frequently asked questions
How many episodes does Katanagatari have?
Katanagatari has 12 episodes.
Is Katanagatari finished?
As of now, Katanagatari has finished.
When did Katanagatari air?
Katanagatari aired from January 26, 2010 to December 11, 2010.
What kind of show is Katanagatari?
Katanagatari is a TV series with episodes around 50 minutes long, originally from Japan.
When did Katanagatari premiere?
Katanagatari premiered in Winter 2010.