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Noragami 2014

★ 8.2/10 · 705 votes TV-14 AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy 2 seasons · 25 eps Ended
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What is Noragami?

Noragami is a Japanese anime television series that premiered in 2014. Based on the manga series written and illustrated by the duo Adachitoka, the story follows a minor deity named Yato who lacks a shrine and widespread worship.

Type
TV series
Year
2014
Status
Ended
Episodes
25
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Jan 5, 2014
Last aired
Dec 25, 2015
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
BS11, Tokyo MX, MBS, TV Aichi
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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Noragami is a Japanese anime television series that premiered in 2014. Based on the manga series written and illustrated by the duo Adachitoka, the story follows a minor deity named Yato who lacks a shrine and widespread worship. The narrative begins when Hiyori Iki, a middle school student, is involved in a bus accident while attempting to protect a stranger. This incident leaves her soul prone to slipping out of her body, granting her the ability to perceive two parallel worlds. Through this experience, she encounters Yato, a nameless god who accepts various wishes for a fee of five yen. Seeking to gain fame and recognition, Yato agrees to help Hiyori fix her body. The series explores their partnership as they navigate the supernatural realm. The anime is available for viewing on platforms including Crunchyroll and Netflix, and it features voice performances from actors such as Hiroshi Kamiya, Maaya Uchida, and Yûki Kaji. The production is categorized as a shonen series and was released between 2014 and 2015.

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“A middle school student teams up with a minor god to resolve her supernatural condition.”

Reasons to watch
  • engaging premise
  • unique mythology
Keep in mind
  • protagonist's condition can be frustrating

Watch it if you enjoy supernatural stories involving gods and parallel worlds.

The series contains fantasy violence and supernatural themes.

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Season 1 · 12 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 13 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who is Yato?

Yato is a nameless god who performs odd jobs for 5 yen.

What happens to Hiyori Iki?

Hiyori is involved in a bus accident that causes her soul to frequently leave her body.

What are the parallel worlds?

The series features two parallel worlds that Hiyori becomes aware of after her accident.

Why does Yato accept jobs?

Yato accepts jobs to make a name for himself.

What is Hiyori's goal?

Hiyori wants Yato to fix her body so she stops slipping out of it.