Sekirei 2008
What is Sekirei?
Sekirei is a Japanese anime series based on the manga created by Sakurako Gokurakuin. The story centers on Minato Sahashi, a nineteen-year-old who struggles with academic failure after twice failing his college entrance exams.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 25
- Runtime
- 25 minutes
- First aired
- Jul 2, 2008
- Last aired
- Sep 26, 2010
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Tokyo MX
- Genres
- Animation, Comedy, Action & Adventure
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 25 episodes and an average 25-minute runtime.
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Overview
Sekirei is a Japanese anime series based on the manga created by Sakurako Gokurakuin. The story centers on Minato Sahashi, a nineteen-year-old who struggles with academic failure after twice failing his college entrance exams. His life changes when he encounters Musubi, an extraterrestrial being known as a Sekirei. Sekirei are super-powered humanoids who are physically indistinguishable from humans. Upon meeting Minato, Musubi kisses him, which initiates a bond and awakens his Ashikabi gene. This event draws Minato into a high-stakes competition involving other Sekirei. The series explores the consequences of this bond as Minato transitions from being regarded as a failure to participating in the dangerous world of the Sekirei. The manga source material was serialized in the magazine Young Gangan between 2004 and 2015, with an epilogue published later. The television adaptation, which aired between 2008 and 2010, features voice work from actors including Shinnosuke Tachibana, Saori Hayami, Marina Inoue, and Joel McDonald. The show is available to audiences through various streaming platforms.
Should you watch it?
“A failed student's life changes when a supernatural woman kisses him and draws him into a dangerous alien competition.”
- Unique alien bonding concept
- Dynamic fight scenes
- Exploration of personal growth
- Some pacing issues in early episodes
You enjoy anime with supernatural romance and competitive stakes.
Suitable for teens; contains mild violence and romantic themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Sekirei Jul 2, 2008
- E2 The Door to the New Residence Jul 9, 2008
- E3 The Green Girl Jul 16, 2008
- E4 The Strange Tale of Maison Izumo Jul 23, 2008
- E5 The Water Sekirei Jul 30, 2008
- E6 Maison Izumo Flower War Aug 6, 2008
- E7 The Black Sekirei Aug 13, 2008
- E8 The Closed Capital Aug 20, 2008
- E9 The Veil and the Wind Aug 27, 2008
- E10 The Night Before the Escape Sep 3, 2008
- E11 The Sekirei Symbol Disappears Sep 10, 2008
- E12 The Sekirei of Fate Sep 17, 2008
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Silent Omen Jul 4, 2010
- E2 The Wind Blows Jul 11, 2010
- E3 The Wind’s Response Jul 18, 2010
- E4 The Final Feather Jul 25, 2010
- E5 The Sekirei of Flame Aug 1, 2010
- E6 Words of Binding Aug 8, 2010
- E7 A Faraway Tale Aug 15, 2010
- E8 Kusa's Play Aug 22, 2010
- E9 A Multitude of Bonds Aug 29, 2010
- E10 Far-Reaching Sky Sep 5, 2010
- E11 Preparations for the Festival Sep 12, 2010
- E12 Tower of Confusion Sep 19, 2010
- E13 Bonds of Truth Sep 26, 2010
Frequently asked questions
What is a Sekirei?
A Sekirei is an extraterrestrial being with special powers who bonds with a human partner called an Ashikabi.
Is Sekirei based on a manga?
Yes, it is adapted from a manga series by Sakurako Gokurakuin.
How many episodes are there?
The anime has multiple seasons, with episodes continuing beyond the initial 2008 release.
Where can I watch Sekirei?
It is available to stream on various platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney+.
Is Minato the only male character involved?
Minato is one of several Ashikabi, though he becomes central to the main plot.