Monogatari (2009)

07/03/2009 (JP) • 24m

Animation, Comedy, Drama, Mystery

The opposite of love is not hate, but indiference.

Overview

Koyomi Araragi, a high school student, finds himself constantly encountering girls afflicted by supernatural "oddities." He dedicates himself to helping them, often with the aid of the eccentric specialist Meme Oshino. Each arc talks about a different girl's unique struggle and the mysterious cause of their affliction. The series explores themes of adolescence, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It's known for its witty dialogue, stylistic animation, and unique narrative structure.

Top Billed Cast

Hiroshi Kamiya

Koyomi Araragi (voice)

72 Episodes

Chiwa Saito

Hitagi Senjougahara (voice)

72 Episodes

Yui Horie

Tsubasa Hanekawa / Black Hanekawa (voice)

72 Episodes

Maaya Sakamoto

Shinobu Oshino / Kiss-shot Acerola-orion Heart-under-blade (voice)

72 Episodes

Satsuki Yukino

Izuko Gaen (voice)

72 Episodes

Miyuki Sawashiro

Suruga Kanbaru (voice)

72 Episodes


Last Season

After graduating from high school, the story of Koyomi Araragi came to an end. This time, it truly ended. However, the story of the girls who were saved by Araragi was not over. It is a prequel, or perhaps a sequel to their struggles in youth.

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Status

Returning Series

Network

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Type

Scripted

Original Language

Japanese

Keywords

vampire

supernatural

romance

school

ghost

youkai

japanese mythology

anime

japanese high school

human vampire relationship

based on light novel

admiring

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