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GeGeGe no Kitaro 2018

★ 7.1/10 ComedySci-Fi & FantasyAnimationAction & Adventure 1 seasons · 97 eps Ended

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Overview

GeGeGe no Kitaro is a television series set nearly twenty years into the 21st century. The narrative explores a world where humans have largely forgotten the existence of Yokai. The story begins when a series of unexplainable phenomena start to plague the adults of the human world, resulting in widespread confusion and chaos. Seeking clarity regarding these unsettling events, a thirteen-year-old girl named Mana decides to write a letter to the Yokai Post. Her attempt to find answers leads to an encounter with GeGeGe no Kitaro. This series follows the interaction between the human protagonist and the supernatural entity as they navigate the disturbances affecting society. By focusing on the mysterious occurrences impacting the adult population, the show highlights the disconnect between the modern human world and the hidden realm of Yokai. The premise establishes a central mystery that brings the two characters together, serving as the primary catalyst for the events depicted throughout the program as they address the strange happenings within their environment.

Should you watch it?

“A young girl seeks help from a supernatural figure when mysterious phenomena disrupt the modern human world.”

Reasons to watch
  • explores modern societal issues
  • features classic folklore creatures
Keep in mind
  • contains potentially frightening imagery

Watch it if you enjoy stories that blend modern life with traditional Japanese folklore.

The series features supernatural entities and themes that may be intense for younger viewers.

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Season 1 · 97 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the series about?

It follows a girl named Mana who contacts a Yokai to investigate strange occurrences in the human world.

Who is the protagonist?

The series centers on a character named Kitaro and a thirteen-year-old girl named Mana.

What are Yokai?

They are supernatural beings from Japanese folklore that have been forgotten by modern society.

Why does Mana write a letter?

She seeks answers regarding unexplainable phenomena causing confusion and chaos among adults.

When does the story take place?

The events occur nearly twenty years into the 21st century.