Nabari No Ou

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  • TV-14
  • 2008
  • 1 Season
  • 6.4  (338)

Nabari No Ou is an anime television series that premiered in 2008 on TV Tokyo. The show is based on a manga series written by Yuhki Kamatani. The anime adaptation was produced by J.C. Staff, directed by Kunihisa Sugishima, and written by Michiko Yokote. The show is rated TV-14 and spans across 26 episodes.

The storyline of Nabari No Ou is set in present-day Japan and centers around a seemingly ordinary high school boy named Miharu Rokujou, who unwittingly holds within him great power. Miharu possesses the ability to control the Shinra Banshou, a powerful and ancient ninja technique that can grant its user immense power and control over everything in the world.

The plot of the show thickens with the discovery of the existence of two rival ninja clans, each vying for control of the Shinra Banshou. These two rival clans are the Banten and the Kairoshu, and they have been in a power struggle for centuries.

The Banten clan consists of peaceful ninjas who wish to keep the Shinra Banshou hidden and protected from those who would use it for evil purposes. The Kairoshu, on the other hand, is a more violent and aggressive clan that seeks to use the Shinra Banshou's power to dominate the world.

Miharu is quickly dragged into the conflict between the Banten and Kairoshu as both clans have their own reasons to seek his assistance. The Kairoshu wants him to use the Shinra Banshou to further their own agenda while the Banten wants to protect him as the custodian of the Shinra Banshou.

Miharu initially wants nothing to do with either clan's cause, but as the story progresses, he begins to realize the importance of the Shinra Banshou and the role he must play in the conflict. Miharu must navigate through the dangerous world of ninja politics, as he faces betrayal, danger, and assassination attempts from both sides.

The show's characters are diverse and well-developed, with each having unique personalities and motives. The main protagonist, Miharu, is a complex character who is initially apathetic about the conflict around him but grows to understand the importance of the Shinra Banshou and his role in the struggle.

The supporting cast includes characters such as Yukimi, Miharu's best friend, who is a member of the Banten clan and often serves as his confidant. Tobari, Miharu's homeroom teacher, is a member of the Banten clan and takes a liking to Miharu, serving as his mentor and guide.

The villainous characters in the series are particularly well written, with each having their own motivations and backstories. Raimei, a fierce warrior and member of the Kairoshu, serves as the principal antagonist of the show. Raikou, the Kairoshu's leader, is a complex character whose motivations become clearer as the series progresses.

Nabari No Ou is a visually stunning anime series, with vibrant and detailed character designs, fluid animation, and a dynamic soundtrack. The show's action scenes are particularly well crafted, with each fight scene feeling unique and creative.

Overall, Nabari No Ou is a must-watch anime series for fans of action, drama, and solid character development. It offers a unique take on the ninja genre, with complex characters, dynamic action scenes, and a gripping overarching plot.

Nabari No Ou is a series that ran for 1 seasons (26 episodes) between April 6, 2008 and on TV Tokyo

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Heart to Heart
26. Heart to Heart
September 28, 2008
No matter what pain pushed them into the lives they lead, Miharu and Yoite decide to make their own decisions in the face of destiny - and those in the middle of a secret war finally find peace.
Two
25. Two
September 21, 2008
Miharu wakes up in the hospital, healing from the awesome power of the Shinrabansho - but Yoite has vanished. Not everyone thinks he's dead - and some set out to prove their hunch.
Engetsurin
24. Engetsurin
September 14, 2008
The Shinrabansho has awakened. In the midst of the chaos, Tobari unwittingly gives Hattori everything he needs to claim Miharu's power - unless someone finds the strength to stop him.
Activation
23. Activation
September 7, 2008
As the warriors in the secret war to control the world begin to fall in greater numbers, Yoite's introduction to kira is revealed - and the Shinrabansho stirs.
Chaos
22. Chaos
August 31, 2008
Miharu and Yoite are on the run, but there's more than one faction within the Kairoshu ranks interested in ruining their escape - and they aren't working together.
Ambitions
21. Ambitions
August 24, 2008
Miharu, Yoite, and Yae are held captive by the Kairoshu - and their well-being isn't high on Hattori's list of concerns as he reveals his ultimate plans for the Shinrabansho.
To Togakushi
20. To Togakushi
August 17, 2008
Miharu tries the Izuna Shingan to prevent Yoite from dying - but now that the Kairoshu consider him a traitor, Yoite's sickness isn't the only threat to his life.
Profile of an Angel of Death
19. Profile of an Angel of Death
August 10, 2008
With the Banten hijutsu so difficult to obtain, Miharu and Yoite suspect that the Togakushi secret of Izuna Shingan might be their only chance at awakening the Shinrabansho.
A Voice Calling Out
18. A Voice Calling Out
August 3, 2008
When Yoite learns how little time remains before his death, he lashes out at Raiko and the comatose Gau with his kira - but the results of the attack are not what anyone expects.
Moment of Collapse
17. Moment of Collapse
July 27, 2008
Raimei does her best to keep Yukimi from getting the Banten hijutsu. Miharu won't explain his motivation for joining the Kairoshu, but the fact that he's displaying motivation at all disturbs Tobari.
Visitor from Afar
16. Visitor from Afar
July 20, 2008
With both immortality and impending death in the air, and Miharu's hidden power in the balance, a race to claim the Banten hijutsu begins.
A Morning of Partings
15. A Morning of Partings
July 13, 2008
Miharu edges toward unleashing the Shinrabansho, and fallen Koichi's greatest secret is revealed. As the battle rages, the ailing Koga master looks for one worthy of the clan's power.
The Depths of Night
14. The Depths of Night
July 6, 2008
The horrible truth behind the Koga hijutsu places the ninjas of Banten and Kairoshu in grave danger. As his friends fall, Miharu calls for the power inside him to awaken!
The Schoolhouse That Never Sleeps
13. The Schoolhouse That Never Sleeps
June 29, 2008
When a battle breaks out for control of the village academy, the ninjas of Banten and Kairoshu find their plans to steal the Koga hijutsu derailed.
Will
12. Will
June 22, 2008
After Miharu offers his services to a faction he once called foe, the ninjas of Banten and Kairoshu receive an invitation to visit the Koga village.
Curtain Call
11. Curtain Call
June 15, 2008
Raimei is back in fighting form, and as she rushes to confront her brother once more, she learns the truth behind her family's downfall.
Polka - Raiko and Raimei
10. Polka - Raiko and Raimei
June 8, 2008
Raimei is in serious jeopardy from the wounds inflicted by her brother. Yoite finds his condition worsening as well, and only Miharu can help ease his suffering.
Prelude
9. Prelude
June 1, 2008
Miharu considers using the Shinrabansho to help ailing Yoite, even as he struggles to understand the extent of its power. Meanwhile, Raimei might get her chance to exact vengeance.
A Mind Passed Along
8. A Mind Passed Along
May 25, 2008
Violence erupts as the Banten ninjas help Yae execute her revenge. But in the world of the ninja, sometimes it isn't obvious who is really pulling the strings.
A Mind Made up
7. A Mind Made up
May 18, 2008
The mind-reading leader of the Togakushi asks the Banten ninjas to assassinate a powerful businessman. Their reward would be great, but the cost of declining her demand could be greater.
Choices
6. Choices
May 11, 2008
Yoite forces Miharu to make a life and death decision - and no matter his choice, the pain surrounding the battle for the Shinrabansho will multiply.
Greed
5. Greed
May 4, 2008
With so many coveting the Shinrabansho, Miharu must face that everyone around him likely has ulterior motives - even Raimei, who wants to make her brother Raiko pay for his sins.
Duty Declared
4. Duty Declared
April 27, 2008
Miharu questions his fate, and his friends and enemies set out on the same mission: gather the forbidden hijutsu of each ninja village.
Surprise Attack
3. Surprise Attack
April 20, 2008
New enemies and amazing powers are unleashed as Miharu's group battles an incredibly skilled band of ninjas bent on stealing the arcane secrets of the Fuma way.
Raimei Arrives
2. Raimei Arrives
April 13, 2008
Raimei thinks Miharu would benefit from training with a mysterious Fuma teacher. But when they arrive to meet him, something sinister seems to be afoot.
The Awakened One
1. The Awakened One
April 6, 2008
Ninja clans battle in the shadows to claim a mystical power - the Shinrabansho - residing within Miharu. Whoever controls its strength will control the world.
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Nabari No Ou is available for streaming on the TV Tokyo website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Nabari No Ou on demand at Amazon Prime and Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    April 6, 2008
  • IMDB Rating
    6.4  (338)