---
title: "Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/malevolent-spirits-mononogatari-2023"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 138948
imdb_id: "tt26140070"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 24
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 23
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/malevolent-spirits-mononogatari-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari is a 2023 television series based on the Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Onigunsou. The story follows Kunato Hyoma, a character filled with rage against spirits known as tsukumogami following a tragic encounter. Kunato is sent to live with Nagatsuki Botan, a member of a clan that uses divine powers to return these spirits to their own world. While both characters are part of this clan, their personal histories with the otherworldly vessels differ significantly. Kunato was robbed of a loved one by the spirits, whereas Nagatsuki was saved by them. The series explores their conflicting perspectives as Nagatsuki attempts to help Kunato see a different side of the tsukumogami. The animation is categorized under the action, adventure, science fiction, and fantasy genres. The voice cast includes Saori Oonishi, Shin'ya Takahashi, Takeo Otsuka, and Yûki Takada. The original manga was previously serialized in Miracle Jump and Ultra Jump.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A vengeful spirit hunter must learn to coexist with the supernatural beings he once despised."

### Why Watch
- compelling character motivations
- unique take on spirit folklore

### Caveats & Content Note
- heavy focus on internal conflict
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains themes of rage and past trauma related to supernatural encounters.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, action, dramatic, character-driven

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, Crunchyroll | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (24 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 24
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (13%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 21 (88%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Takeo Otsuka** as *Hyoma Kunato (voice)*
- **Yuuki Takada** as *Botan Nagatsuki (voice)*
- **Chikahiro Kobayashi** as *Nagi (voice)*
- **Reina Ueda** as *Yu (voice)*
- **Aimi Tanaka** as *Kagami (voice)*
- **Yoshiki Nakajima** as *Suzuri (voice)*
- **Miyuki Sawashiro** as *Haori (voice)*
- **Saori Onishi** as *Tsubaki Kadomori (voice)*
- **Nobuaki Kanemitsu** as *Taiju Kadomori (voice)*
- **Shohei Tabuchi** as *Shota Kadomori (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise?
A man who hates spirits is sent to live with a woman who has a different relationship with them.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story centers on Kunato Hyoma and Nagatsuki Botan.

### Q: What are tsukumogami?
They are spirits that serve as the focus of the characters' work.

### Q: What is the characters' mission?
They are part of a clan that uses divine powers to return spirits to their own world.

### Q: How do the leads differ?
Kunato views spirits with rage due to a past loss, while Nagatsuki was saved by them.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/138948)
- [Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari (TV Series 2023) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26140070)
- [Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malevolent_Spirits:_Mononogatari)
- [Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari (TV Series 2023-2023) — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/138948)
- [Mononogatari (Malevolent Spirits: Mononogatari) - MyAnimeList.net](https://myanimelist.net/anime/50384/Mononogatari)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*