Cackling Kitarou 1985
What is Cackling Kitarou?
Cackling Kitarou is a television series first released in 1985. Catalogued under Animation, Action & Adventure, Mystery, Comedy.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 115
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 12, 1985
- Last aired
- Mar 21, 1988
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Fuji TV
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Mystery, Comedy
- Updated
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Cackling Kitarou is a television series first released in 1985. Catalogued under Animation, Action & Adventure, Mystery, Comedy. Status: Ended. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“Ghost boy Kitarou battles evil spirits threatening humanity.”
- Rich folklore-inspired storytelling
- Iconic protagonist with moral depth
- Nostalgic animation style
- Dated animation techniques
- Pacing may feel slow to modern viewers
You enjoy supernatural adventures with a blend of Japanese folklore.
Suitable for general audiences with mild spooky elements.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 115 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Goblin Castle!! Oct 12, 1985
- E2 Mirror Jijii Oct 19, 1985
- E3 The Cat Wizard Oct 26, 1985
- E4 The Youkai, Nurarihyon Nov 2, 1985
- E5 The Diamond Youkai, Wanyuudou Nov 9, 1985
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 16, 1985
- E7 The Sea Snake and Her Child Nov 23, 1985
- E8 The Daruma Yokai Nov 30, 1985
- E9 The Invincible Water Tiger Dec 7, 1985
- E10 Yasha`s Haunting Melody Dec 14, 1985
- E11 Episode 11 Dec 21, 1985
- E12 The Hooded Jizo Dec 28, 1985
- E13 Episode 13 Jan 4, 1986
- E14 The Clam Demon`s Elixir of Life Jan 11, 1986
- E15 Yukinko the Ice Yokai Jan 18, 1986
- E16 The Faceless Yokai Jan 25, 1986
- E17 Keukegen, the Ancient Yokai Feb 1, 1986
- E18 The Underground Kingdom`s Counterattack Feb 8, 1986
- E19 Episode 19 Feb 15, 1986
- E20 Episode 20 Feb 22, 1986
- E21 Episode 21 Mar 1, 1986
- E22 Episode 22 Mar 8, 1986
- E23 Episode 23 Mar 15, 1986
- E24 Episode 24 Mar 22, 1986
- E25 The Trembling Specter Mar 29, 1986
- E26 The Ghoulish Night Game Apr 5, 1986
- E27 Episode 27 Apr 12, 1986
- E28 Episode 28 Apr 19, 1986
- E29 Episode 29 May 3, 1986
- E30 Episode 30 May 10, 1986
- E31 Episode 31 May 17, 1986
- E32 Episode 32 May 24, 1986
- E33 Episode 33 May 31, 1986
- E34 Episode 34 Jun 14, 1986
- E35 Episode 35 Jun 28, 1986
- E36 Episode 36 Jul 5, 1986
- E37 Episode 37 Jul 12, 1986
- E38 Episode 38 Jul 19, 1986
- E39 Episode 39 Aug 2, 1986
- E40 Episode 40 Aug 9, 1986
- E41 Episode 41 Aug 23, 1986
- E42 Episode 42 Aug 30, 1986
- E43 Episode 43 Sep 6, 1986
- E44 Episode 44 Sep 13, 1986
- E45 Episode 45 Sep 20, 1986
- E46 Episode 46 Sep 27, 1986
- E47 Episode 47 Oct 4, 1986
- E48 Episode 48 Oct 11, 1986
- E49 Episode 49 Oct 18, 1986
- E50 Episode 50 Oct 25, 1986
- E51 Episode 51 Nov 1, 1986
- E52 Episode 52 Nov 8, 1986
- E53 Episode 53 Nov 15, 1986
- E54 Episode 54 Nov 22, 1986
- E55 Episode 55 Nov 29, 1986
- E56 Episode 56 Dec 6, 1986
- E57 Episode 57 Dec 13, 1986
- E58 Episode 58 Dec 20, 1986
- E59 Episode 59 Dec 27, 1986
- E60 Episode 60 Jan 3, 1987
- E61 The Phantom Train Jan 10, 1987
- E62 Episode 62 Jan 17, 1987
- E63 Episode 63 Jan 24, 1987
- E64 Episode 64 Jan 31, 1987
- E65 Hundred Eye Yokai Feb 7, 1987
- E66 Episode 66 Feb 14, 1987
- E67 Episode 67 Feb 21, 1987
- E68 Episode 68 Feb 28, 1987
- E69 Episode 69 Mar 7, 1987
- E70 Episode 70 Mar 14, 1987
- E71 Episode 71 Mar 21, 1987
- E72 Episode 72 Mar 28, 1987
- E73 Episode 73 Apr 4, 1987
- E74 Episode 74 Apr 11, 1987
- E75 Episode 75 Apr 18, 1987
- E76 Episode 76 Apr 25, 1987
- E77 Episode 77 May 2, 1987
- E78 Episode 78 May 16, 1987
- E79 Episode 79 May 23, 1987
- E80 Episode 80 May 30, 1987
- E81 Episode 81 Jun 6, 1987
- E82 Episode 82 Jun 13, 1987
- E83 Episode 83 Jun 20, 1987
- E84 Episode 84 Jun 27, 1987
- E85 Episode 85 Jul 4, 1987
- E86 Episode 86 Jul 11, 1987
- E87 Episode 87 Jul 25, 1987
- E88 Episode 88 Aug 1, 1987
- E89 Episode 89 Aug 15, 1987
- E90 Episode 90 Aug 22, 1987
- E91 Episode 91 Aug 29, 1987
- E92 Episode 92 Sep 26, 1987
- E93 Episode 93 Oct 3, 1987
- E94 Episode 94 Oct 10, 1987
- E95 Episode 95 Oct 17, 1987
- E96 Episode 96 Oct 24, 1987
- E97 Episode 97 Oct 31, 1987
- E98 Episode 98 Nov 7, 1987
- E99 Episode 99 Nov 14, 1987
- E100 Episode 100 Nov 21, 1987
- E101 Episode 101 Dec 12, 1987
- E102 Episode 102 Dec 19, 1987
- E103 Episode 103 Dec 26, 1987
- E104 Episode 104 Jan 9, 1988
- E105 Episode 105 Jan 16, 1988
- E106 Episode 106 Jan 23, 1988
- E107 Episode 107 Jan 30, 1988
- E108 Episode 108 Feb 6, 1988
- E109 Episode 109 Feb 8, 1988
- E110 Episode 110 Feb 15, 1988
- E111 Episode 111 Feb 22, 1988
- E112 Episode 112 Feb 29, 1988
- E113 Episode 113 Mar 7, 1988
- E114 Episode 114 Mar 14, 1988
- E115 Episode 115 Mar 21, 1988
Frequently asked questions
Is this based on a manga?
Yes, it's the third TV anime adaptation of Shigeru Mizuki's Gegege no Kitarou manga.
Who voices Kitarou?
The main cast includes veteran voice actors, though specific names vary by episode.
How many episodes are there?
Multiple episodes were produced during its original run from 1985 to 1988.
Is it scary for kids?
It has spooky themes but is generally family-friendly with comedic tones.
Where can I watch it?
Availability varies by region; check local streaming services or DVD releases.