07/04/2009 - 09/26/2009 Finished
Canaan (CANAAN)
Oosawa Maria is a Japanese photographer currently working in Shanghai, China. Along with her partner Mino, she searches for potential newsworthy stories throughout the city. When strange events occur at a local festival, Maria and Mino immediately investigate. Quickly, the two are immersed in a battle between unknown masked men and a strange, white-haired woman. Just when Maria is about to be caught in the crossfire, an old friend by the name of Canaan appears and helps Maria escape. But a sinister plot over a deadly virus soon develops, and Canaan learns she must confront her past if she wants any chance at stopping the perpetrator and saving her friends.
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
0%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 13 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Canaan has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Canaan doesn't have a single filler episode: all 13 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 13 episodes of Canaan aired in 2009 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Canaan is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 13 without detours. If you came looking for which Canaan episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evil, Flood-Colored City07/04/2009 | 07/04/2009 | Canon |
| 2 | Worthless Games07/11/2009 | 07/11/2009 | Canon |
| 3 | Trivialities07/18/2009 | 07/18/2009 | Canon |
| 4 | Lingering Sunset07/25/2009 | 07/25/2009 | Canon |
| 5 | Friends08/01/2009 | 08/01/2009 | Canon |
| 6 | Love & Piece08/08/2009 | 08/08/2009 | Canon |
| 7 | Gravestones08/15/2009 | 08/15/2009 | Canon |
| 8 | Voice08/22/2009 | 08/22/2009 | Canon |
| 9 | Flowers of the Past08/29/2009 | 08/29/2009 | Canon |
| 10 | Loss09/05/2009 | 09/05/2009 | Canon |
| 11 | See-Saw09/12/2009 | 09/12/2009 | Canon |
| 12 | The Seasonal Train09/19/2009 | 09/19/2009 | Canon |
| 13 | The Promised Land09/26/2009 | 09/26/2009 | Canon |
Verified legal platforms
Where to watch Canaan
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Canaan have?
Canaan has a total of 1 season. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
How many episodes does Canaan have?
In total, Canaan has 13 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Canaan?
It is recommended to watch Canaan in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Where can I watch Canaan online?
Canaan is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Is Canaan a complete anime?
Yes, Canaan is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
How much filler does Canaan have?
No, Canaan does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
Where can I see Canaan's score and reviews on MyAnimeList?
You can check the score, reviews, characters and statistics for Canaan directly on MyAnimeList, the world's largest anime database. There you'll find the community rating, global ranking and opinions from other fans.