10/08/1999 - 03/31/2000 Finished
Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon (人形草紙あやつり左近)
The dark-haired bishounen is Sakon Tachibana, a puppeteer, and the other is Ukon, his favorite puppet, and best friend. Sakon is the (only) grandson of Saemon Tachibana, a national treasure of Japan famous for his manipulation of Bunraku puppets. Ukon is a child doll puppet made in the early Meiji era by the famous female dollmaker Unosuke. Together they run into murders and solve them. (Source: AnimeNfo)
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
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Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon 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! Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon doesn't have a single filler episode: all 26 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 26 episodes of Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon aired in 1999–2000 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 Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 26 without detours. If you came looking for which Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
26 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vengeful Demon of the Abandoned School, Part I10/08/1999 | 10/08/1999 | Canon |
| 2 | Vengeful Demon of the Abandoned School - Part II10/08/1999 | 10/08/1999 | Canon |
| 3 | Vengeful Demon of the Abandoned School, Part III10/15/1999 | 10/15/1999 | Canon |
| 4 | The Izu Two-Faced Oni, Part I10/22/1999 | 10/22/1999 | Canon |
| 5 | The Izu Two-Faced Oni - Part II10/29/1999 | 10/29/1999 | Canon |
| 6 | The Izu Two-Faced Oni - Part III11/05/1999 | 11/05/1999 | Canon |
| 7 | The Izu Two-Faced Oni - Part IV11/12/1999 | 11/12/1999 | Canon |
| 8 | Sakons Puppet: The Ghost Chapter - Part I11/19/1999 | 11/19/1999 | Canon |
| 9 | Sakons Puppet: The Ghost Chapter - Part II11/26/1999 | 11/26/1999 | Canon |
| 10 | Sakons Puppet: The Ghost Chapter - Part III12/03/1999 | 12/03/1999 | Canon |
| 11 | The Blood Rain of the One Hundred Foxes of Shinshu - Part I12/10/1999 | 12/10/1999 | Canon |
| 12 | The Blood Rain of the One Hundred Foxes of Shinshu - Part II12/17/1999 | 12/17/1999 | Canon |
| 13 | The Blood Rain of the One Hundred Foxes of Shinshu - Part III12/24/1999 | 12/24/1999 | Canon |
| 14 | Curse of the Egyptian Pharaoh - Part I01/07/2000 | 01/07/2000 | Canon |
| 15 | Curse of the Egyptian Pharaoh - Part II01/14/2000 | 01/14/2000 | Canon |
| 16 | Curse of the Egyptian Pharaoh - Part III01/21/2000 | 01/21/2000 | Canon |
| 17 | Curse of the Egyptian Pharaoh - Part IV01/28/2000 | 01/28/2000 | Canon |
| 18 | The Sympathy of Kaoru's Disappointed Love - Part I02/04/2000 | 02/04/2000 | Canon |
| 19 | The Sympathy of Kaoru's Disappointed Love - Part II02/11/2000 | 02/11/2000 | Canon |
| 20 | The Sympathy of Kaoru's Disappointed Love - Part II02/18/2000 | 02/18/2000 | Canon |
| 21 | Eccentric Talk of the Okuhida Ghost - Part I02/25/2000 | 02/25/2000 | Canon |
| 22 | Eccentric Talk of the Okuhida Ghost - Part II03/03/2000 | 03/03/2000 | Canon |
| 23 | Eccentric Talk of the Okuhida Ghost - Part III03/10/2000 | 03/10/2000 | Canon |
| 24 | Love Flowers Tearfall Profuse Bloom Dance - Part I03/17/2000 | 03/17/2000 | Canon |
| 25 | Love Flowers Tearfall Profuse Bloom Dance - Part II03/24/2000 | 03/24/2000 | Canon |
| 26 | Love Flowers Tearfall Profuse Bloom Dance - Part III03/31/2000 | 03/31/2000 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon have?
Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon 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 Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon have?
In total, Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon has 26 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 Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon?
It is recommended to watch Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon 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 Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon online?
Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon 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 Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon a complete anime?
Yes, Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon 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 Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon have?
No, Karakuri Zoushi Ayatsuri Sakon 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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