Saiyuki Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
2000 · TV Tokyo, AT-X · Status: Ended · Rated: Not Rated
Frequently Asked Questions About Saiyuki
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does Saiyuki have?
Saiyuki has 5 seasons and 126 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on April 4, 2000 to March 31, 2022.
Is Saiyuki renewed, ended, or canceled?
Saiyuki has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch Saiyuki?
It takes 52h 30m (3150 minutes) to watch the complete run of Saiyuki. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 27 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 52.5 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 27 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of Saiyuki?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 1 ("Go to the West"), which holds an outstanding rating of 6/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch Saiyuki?
Saiyuki is available for streaming on dAnime Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, U-NEXT, Anime Times Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for Saiyuki?
Saiyuki has an official content rating of Not Rated.
Who are the lead actors in Saiyuki?
The primary ensemble cast includes Kaoru Morota as Hakuryu (voice) (age 54), Akira Ishida as Cho Hakkai (voice) (age 58), Toshihiko Seki as Genjo Sanzo (voice) (age 64), Hiroaki Hirata as Sha Gojyo (voice) (age 63).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Kaoru Morota | Hakuryu (voice) | 54 |
| Akira Ishida | Cho Hakkai (voice) | 58 |
| Toshihiko Seki | Genjo Sanzo (voice) | 64 |
| Hiroaki Hirata | Sha Gojyo (voice) | 63 |
| Soichiro Hoshi | Son Goku (voice) | 54 |
| Dai Matsumoto | Dokugakuji (voice) | 67 |
| Hochu Otsuka | Ni Jianyi (voice) | 72 |
| Takeshi Kusao | Kougaiji (voice) | 60 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for Saiyuki are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.