

Also known as: Legend of Himiko
In a world where the dead walk, where good and evil exist as palpable forces, a darkness is stirring. The undead march against the cities of light, to capture the sacred fire that is the source of their power. But one hope remains. Called into this world by the magical flame, a young girl named Himiko is thrust into the maelstrom of danger, betrayal, and war. For she is heir to the sacred fire, and holds a power that could save its Guardians... if she survives! (Source: Central Park Media)
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
0%
% Filler
Every season
Single Season
Currently, Himiko-den has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
What to watch, what to skip
You're in luck! Himiko-den doesn't have a single filler episode: all 12 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 12 episodes of Himiko-den aired in 1999 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 Himiko-den is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Himiko-den episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
12 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Bokka: The Sacred Fire01/07/1999 | 01/07/1999 | Canon |
| 2 | The Fountain of Darkness01/14/1999 | 01/14/1999 | Canon |
| 3 | Jaki the Night Chasers01/21/1999 | 01/21/1999 | Canon |
| 4 | The Hideaway Village02/04/1999 | 02/04/1999 | Canon |
| 5 | Heavenly Spirit02/11/1999 | 02/11/1999 | Canon |
| 6 | The Pendant02/18/1999 | 02/18/1999 | Canon |
| 7 | The Seiseito Metropolis02/25/1999 | 02/25/1999 | Canon |
| 8 | The Albatross03/04/1999 | 03/04/1999 | Canon |
| 9 | The Burning Fortress03/11/1999 | 03/11/1999 | Canon |
| 10 | Guardians of Fire03/18/1999 | 03/18/1999 | Canon |
| 11 | Biwa Island03/25/1999 | 03/25/1999 | Canon |
| 12 | The Seven-Bladed Sword04/01/1999 | 04/01/1999 | Canon |
Verified legal platforms
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Common questions
Himiko-den 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.
In total, Himiko-den has 12 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
It is recommended to watch Himiko-den 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.
Himiko-den 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.
Yes, Himiko-den is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
No, Himiko-den 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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