Original
01/03/1968 - 03/30/1969 Finished
Gegege no Kitarou (1968) (ゲゲゲの鬼太郎)
Kitarou, a ghost, spends his afterlife helping humans in need of his skills. He thwarts the plans of evil spirits who live to torment humanity.
65
Total episodes
65
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 65 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Gegege no Kitarou (1968) have? Well, currently Gegege no Kitarou (1968) has a total of 2 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
Original
SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Gegege no Kitarou (1968) doesn't have a single filler episode: all 65 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 65 episodes of Gegege no Kitarou (1968) aired in 1968–1969 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 Gegege no Kitarou (1968) is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 65 without detours. If you came looking for which Gegege no Kitarou (1968) episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
65 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ghost Nighter01/03/1968 | 01/03/1968 | Canon |
| 2 | Yasha01/10/1968 | 01/10/1968 | Canon |
| 3 | Youkai Castle01/17/1968 | 01/17/1968 | Canon |
| 4 | Vampire La Seigne01/24/1968 | 01/24/1968 | Canon |
| 5 | Giant Sea Monster: Part One01/31/1968 | 01/31/1968 | Canon |
| 6 | Giant Sea Monster: Part Two02/07/1968 | 02/07/1968 | Canon |
| 7 | Ghost Train02/14/1968 | 02/14/1968 | Canon |
| 8 | Old Man in the Mirror02/21/1968 | 02/21/1968 | Canon |
| 9 | Monster to Look Up02/28/1968 | 02/28/1968 | Canon |
| 10 | The Great Youkai War (Part 1)03/06/1968 | 03/06/1968 | Canon |
| 11 | The Great Youkai War (Part 2)03/13/1968 | 03/13/1968 | Canon |
| 12 | Youkai Nurarihyon03/20/1968 | 03/20/1968 | Canon |
| 13 | The Cruise to Hell03/27/1968 | 03/27/1968 | Canon |
| 14 | Water Tiger04/07/1968 | 04/07/1968 | Canon |
| 15 | Vampire Elite (Part 1)04/14/1968 | 04/14/1968 | Canon |
| 16 | Vampire Elite (Part 2)04/21/1968 | 04/21/1968 | Canon |
| 17 | Cat Hermit04/28/1968 | 04/28/1968 | Canon |
| 18 | Witch Doll05/05/1968 | 05/05/1968 | Canon |
| 19 | Blood Sucking Tree05/12/1968 | 05/12/1968 | Canon |
| 20 | Cat-girl and Rat-man05/19/1968 | 05/19/1968 | Canon |
| 21 | Youkai Beast (Part 1)05/26/1968 | 05/26/1968 | Canon |
| 22 | Youkai Beast (Part 2)06/02/1968 | 06/02/1968 | Canon |
| 23 | Youkai of the Pass06/09/1968 | 06/09/1968 | Canon |
| 24 | Hakusanbo06/16/1968 | 06/16/1968 | Canon |
| 25 | Electric Youkai06/23/1968 | 06/23/1968 | Canon |
| 26 | Boss of the Sea06/30/1968 | 06/30/1968 | Canon |
| 27 | Creepy Mane07/07/1968 | 07/07/1968 | Canon |
| 28 | The Pillow Switcher07/14/1968 | 07/14/1968 | Canon |
| 29 | Mirror Battle07/21/1968 | 07/21/1968 | Canon |
| 30 | Devil Belial07/28/1968 | 07/28/1968 | Canon |
| 31 | Moryo08/04/1968 | 08/04/1968 | Canon |
| 32 | Youkai Flower08/11/1968 | 08/11/1968 | Canon |
| 33 | Turban Shell Demon08/18/1968 | 08/18/1968 | Canon |
| 34 | Plate Boy08/25/1968 | 08/25/1968 | Canon |
| 35 | Top Youkai09/01/1968 | 09/01/1968 | Canon |
| 36 | Diamond Youkai09/08/1968 | 09/08/1968 | Canon |
| 37 | Eyes on Hand09/15/1968 | 09/15/1968 | Canon |
| 38 | Folding Monk09/22/1968 | 09/22/1968 | Canon |
| 39 | Youkai Corps09/29/1968 | 09/29/1968 | Canon |
| 40 | Youkai of Obebe Swamp10/06/1968 | 10/06/1968 | Canon |
| 41 | Cat Ghoul10/13/1968 | 10/13/1968 | Canon |
| 42 | The Man Eating Island10/20/1968 | 10/20/1968 | Canon |
| 43 | God of Drought10/27/1968 | 10/27/1968 | Canon |
| 44 | Sandal Battle11/03/1968 | 11/03/1968 | Canon |
| 45 | The No Face11/10/1968 | 11/10/1968 | Canon |
| 46 | Birthing Woman Ghost11/17/1968 | 11/17/1968 | Canon |
| 47 | Amanojaku11/24/1968 | 11/24/1968 | Canon |
| 48 | Snow Woman12/01/1968 | 12/01/1968 | Canon |
| 49 | Tenko12/08/1968 | 12/08/1968 | Canon |
| 50 | Youkai Sekigahara12/15/1968 | 12/15/1968 | Canon |
| 51 | Mine Shaft Monk12/22/1968 | 12/22/1968 | Canon |
| 52 | Vampire Youkai Corps12/29/1968 | 12/29/1968 | Canon |
| 53 | Youkai President01/05/1969 | 01/05/1969 | Canon |
| 54 | Youkai Rally01/12/1969 | 01/12/1969 | Canon |
| 55 | Youkai Fuzzy Hair01/19/1969 | 01/19/1969 | Canon |
| 56 | Seashore Woman01/26/1969 | 01/26/1969 | Canon |
| 57 | Invisible Magic02/02/1969 | 02/02/1969 | Canon |
| 58 | Hazy Cart02/09/1969 | 02/09/1969 | Canon |
| 59 | Daruma02/16/1969 | 02/16/1969 | Canon |
| 60 | The Hat Guardian02/23/1969 | 02/23/1969 | Canon |
| 61 | The Abrupt God03/02/1969 | 03/02/1969 | Canon |
| 62 | Old Man Sea03/09/1969 | 03/09/1969 | Canon |
| 63 | Namahage03/16/1969 | 03/16/1969 | Canon |
| 64 | Reincarnated Demon03/23/1969 | 03/23/1969 | Canon |
| 65 | Youkai Apprentice03/30/1969 | 03/30/1969 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Gegege no Kitarou (1968) have?
Gegege no Kitarou (1968) has a total of 2 seasons. 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 Gegege no Kitarou (1968) have?
In total, Gegege no Kitarou (1968) has 65 episodes distributed across its 2 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Gegege no Kitarou (1968)?
It is recommended to watch Gegege no Kitarou (1968) 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 Gegege no Kitarou (1968) online?
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Is Gegege no Kitarou (1968) a complete anime?
Yes, Gegege no Kitarou (1968) 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 Gegege no Kitarou (1968) have?
No, Gegege no Kitarou (1968) 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.
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