TV-Series
Description
"Onigiri" is an anime series that blends elements of fantasy, adventure, and mythology, set in a world where humans and supernatural beings coexist. The narrative centers on a young protagonist, Akari, who discovers she is the reincarnation of a powerful oni slayer tasked with protecting the balance between the human and spirit realms. Her journey begins when she encounters a mysterious oni named Kenta, who becomes her reluctant ally. Together, they embark on a quest to retrieve sacred artifacts known as the Onigiri Stones, which hold the power to either maintain or disrupt the harmony between worlds.

The plot unfolds as Akari and Kenta travel across diverse landscapes, encountering various factions vying for control of the Onigiri Stones. These factions include rival oni clans, human sorcerers, and ancient deities, each with their own motives and agendas. Along the way, Akari learns to harness her latent abilities, guided by Kenta’s knowledge of the spirit realm. Their partnership is tested by internal conflicts, as Kenta struggles with his loyalty to his oni heritage and his growing bond with Akari.

Key characters include Akari’s childhood friend, Hiroshi, a skilled swordsman who joins their quest, and Yumi, a priestess with deep ties to the spiritual world. Antagonists such as the ruthless oni warlord, Goro, and the enigmatic sorcerer, Sora, provide formidable challenges, driving the narrative forward with their schemes to seize the Onigiri Stones for their own purposes. The series explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the consequences of wielding power, as the characters navigate their roles in a world where the lines between good and evil are often blurred.

The story builds toward a climactic confrontation where Akari must confront her destiny as the oni slayer, while Kenta faces a pivotal choice that could alter the fate of both realms. The resolution of their journey hinges on their ability to reconcile their differences and unite against a common threat, ultimately determining the future of the world they inhabit.
Information
Onigiri
鬼斬
Type: TV-Series
Anime Episodes: 13
Movie/Episode length: 5 min.
Date: 04/06/2016
Categories
Genre
AdventureComedy
Settings
Fantasy
Tags
Ecchi-free Adult
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Episodes
Staffel 1
1The Curtain Raises on Onigiri
2Pandora's Box!
3Burning Hakata
4Leap in the Darkness
5Marital Vows
6Lottery First Prize
7Dreaming a Life Away
8A Transient Dream
9The Pain of Separation
10Illusions of Dreams
11Battle of the Strongest
12In High Spirits
13Onigiri Final
Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Takashi Yamamoto
  • Script
    Takamitsu Kōno
    Takashi Aoshima
    Atsushi Oka
  • Episode Director
    Takashi Yamamoto
    Takayuki Murakami
  • Character Design
    Yukiko Ibe
  • Chief Animation Director
    Yukiko Ibe
  • Sound Director
    Yasunori Honda
  • Series Composition
    Takamitsu Kōno
  • Storyboard
    Yasunari Nitta
    Takashi Yamamoto
  • Music
    Yutaka Yamada
  • Art Director
    Satoshi Shibata
  • Art design
    Satoshi Shibata
  • Director of Photography
    Kōichi Gonda
Production
  • Animation Production
    Pierrot Plus