---
title: "Noragami"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/noragami-2014"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 64710
imdb_id: "tt3225270"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 25
runtime_minutes: 24
community_rating: 8.2
vote_count: 705
content_rating: "TV-14"
---

# Noragami (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/noragami-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A middle school student teams up with a minor god to resolve her supernatural condition."

### Why Watch
- engaging premise
- unique mythology

### Caveats & Content Note
- protagonist's condition can be frustrating
- Tone & Suitability: The series contains fantasy violence and supernatural themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, action, fantasy, comedic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (12 Episodes)
Noragami is a Japanese television series. The series is based on a manga series written and illustrated by Adachitoka. It follows the story of Yato, a minor god who is determined to gain widespread worship. Yato teams up with various individuals, including a girl named Hiyori, whose life is changed forever by their interactions. The series is classified as Animation, Action & Adventure, and Sci-Fi & Fantasy.

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 25
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 5 (20%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 20 (80%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hiroshi Kamiya** as *Yato (voice)*
- **Maaya Uchida** as *Hiyori Iki (voice)*
- **Yuki Kaji** as *Yukine (voice)*
- **Aki Toyosaki** as *Ebisu Kofuku (voice)*
- **Miyuki Sawashiro** as *Bishamon (voice)*
- **Jun Fukuyama** as *Kiyotsugu Hirano (voice)*
- **Daisuke Ono** as *Daikoku (voice)*
- **Rie Kugimiya** as *Nora (voice)*
- **Shinya Takahashi** as *Akiha (voice)*
- **Toru Okawa** as *Tenjin (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is Yato?
Yato is a nameless god who performs odd jobs for 5 yen.

### Q: What happens to Hiyori Iki?
Hiyori is involved in a bus accident that causes her soul to frequently leave her body.

### Q: What are the parallel worlds?
The series features two parallel worlds that Hiyori becomes aware of after her accident.

### Q: Why does Yato accept jobs?
Yato accepts jobs to make a name for himself.

### Q: What is Hiyori's goal?
Hiyori wants Yato to fix her body so she stops slipping out of it.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Noragami - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noragami)
- [Watch Noragami - Crunchyroll](https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/G6WEV3WM6/noragami)
- [Noragami Wiki - Fandom](https://noragami.fandom.com/wiki/Noragami_Wiki)
- [Noragami (TV 2014) - MyAnimeList.net](https://myanimelist.net/anime/20507/Noragami/)
- [Noragami (TV Series 2014–2015) - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/title/tt3225270)
- [Watch Noragami | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/80005821)

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