04/09/2002 - 08/30/2003 Finished
The Twelve Kingdoms (Juuni Kokuki)
Also known as: 十二国記
Youko Nakajima, an overlooked high school student with red hair, is thrust into another realm when a mysterious man named Keiki declares her his rightful master and queen. Separated from him alongside classmates Ikuya Asano and Yuka Sugimoto, these ordinary teenagers must survive a dangerous fantasy world populated by supernatural beasts and learn to fend for themselves.
45
Total episodes
45
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
0%
% Filler
Canon episodes · 45 Filler episodes · 0
Related works
Related works and sequels
Standalone work
No sequel, prequel, or registered spin-off is linked to Juuni Kokuki. Its episode total belongs to this title alone.
What to watch, what to skip
Watch order: filler vs canon
Juuni Kokuki has no filler episodes: all 45 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
45 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The First Chapter04/09/2002 | 04/09/2002 | Canon |
| 2 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Second Chapter04/16/2002 | 04/16/2002 | Canon |
| 3 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Third Chapter04/23/2002 | 04/23/2002 | Canon |
| 4 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Fourth Chapter04/30/2002 | 04/30/2002 | Canon |
| 5 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Fifth Chapter05/07/2002 | 05/07/2002 | Canon |
| 6 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Sixth Chapter05/21/2002 | 05/21/2002 | Canon |
| 7 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Seventh Chapter05/28/2002 | 05/28/2002 | Canon |
| 8 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Eight Chapter06/04/2002 | 06/04/2002 | Canon |
| 9 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Ninth Chapter06/11/2002 | 06/11/2002 | Canon |
| 10 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Tenth Chapter06/18/2002 | 06/18/2002 | Canon |
| 11 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Eleventh Chapter06/25/2002 | 06/25/2002 | Canon |
| 12 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Twelfth Chapter07/02/2002 | 07/02/2002 | Canon |
| 13 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - The Final Chapter07/09/2002 | 07/09/2002 | Canon |
| 14 | Shadow of the Moon, the Sea of Shadow - Chapter of Recollection07/16/2002 | 07/16/2002 | Canon |
| 15 | The Sea of Wind, the Shore of Labyrinth - The First Chapter09/03/2002 | 09/03/2002 | Canon |
| 16 | The Sea of Wind, the Shore of Labyrinth - The Second Chapter09/10/2002 | 09/10/2002 | Canon |
| 17 | The Sea of Wind, the Shore of Labyrinth - The Third Chapter09/17/2002 | 09/17/2002 | Canon |
| 18 | The Sea of Wind, the Shore of Labyrinth - The Fourth Chapter09/24/2002 | 09/24/2002 | Canon |
| 19 | The Sea of Wind, the Shore of Labyrinth - The Fifth Chapter10/01/2002 | 10/01/2002 | Canon |
| 20 | The Sea of Wind, the Shore of Labyrinth - The Final Chapter10/08/2002 | 10/08/2002 | Canon |
| 21 | The Sea of Wind, the Shore of Labyrinth - Chapter of Reminiscence10/15/2002 | 10/15/2002 | Canon |
| 22 | A Message10/22/2002 | 10/22/2002 | Canon |
| 23 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter One10/29/2002 | 10/29/2002 | Canon |
| 24 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Two11/05/2002 | 11/05/2002 | Canon |
| 25 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Three11/12/2002 | 11/12/2002 | Canon |
| 26 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Four11/19/2002 | 11/19/2002 | Canon |
| 27 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Five11/26/2002 | 11/26/2002 | Canon |
| 28 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Six12/03/2002 | 12/03/2002 | Canon |
| 29 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Seven12/10/2002 | 12/10/2002 | Canon |
| 30 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Eight12/17/2002 | 12/17/2002 | Canon |
| 31 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Reminiscence Chapter01/07/2003 | 01/07/2003 | Canon |
| 32 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Nine01/14/2003 | 01/14/2003 | Canon |
| 33 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Ten01/21/2003 | 01/21/2003 | Canon |
| 34 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Eleven01/28/2003 | 01/28/2003 | Canon |
| 35 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Twelve02/04/2003 | 02/04/2003 | Canon |
| 36 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Thirteen02/18/2003 | 02/18/2003 | Canon |
| 37 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Fourteen02/25/2003 | 02/25/2003 | Canon |
| 38 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Chapter Fifteen03/04/2003 | 03/04/2003 | Canon |
| 39 | A Great Distance in the Wind, the Sky at Dawn - Final Chapter03/11/2003 | 03/11/2003 | Canon |
| 40 | Ally of the Moon07/05/2003 | 07/05/2003 | Canon |
| 41 | Sea God of the East, Vast Sea of the West - Chapter One07/26/2003 | 07/26/2003 | Canon |
| 42 | Sea God of the East, Vast Sea of the West - Chapter Two08/02/2003 | 08/02/2003 | Canon |
| 43 | Sea God of the East, Vast Sea of the West - Chapter Three04/16/2003 | 04/16/2003 | Canon |
| 44 | Sea God of the East, Vast Sea of the West - Final Chapter08/23/2003 | 08/23/2003 | Canon |
| 45 | Sea God of the East, Vast Sea of the West - Reminiscence Chapter04/30/2003 | 04/30/2003 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Juuni Kokuki have?
Juuni Kokuki 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 Juuni Kokuki have?
In total, Juuni Kokuki has 45 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 Juuni Kokuki?
It is recommended to watch Juuni Kokuki 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.
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Is Juuni Kokuki a complete anime?
Yes, Juuni Kokuki is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
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