01/26/2010 - 12/11/2010 Finished
Katanagatari (刀語)
In an Edo-era Japan lush with a variety of sword-fighting styles, Shichika Yasuri practices the most unique one: Kyotouryuu, a technique in which the user's own body is wielded as a blade. The enigmatic seventh head of the Kyotouryuu school, Shichika lives quietly in exile with his sister Nanami until one day—the wildly ambitious strategist Togame barges into their lives. Togame brazenly requests that Shichika help in her mission to collect twelve unique swords, known as the "Deviant Blades," for the shogunate. Shichika accepts, interested in the girl herself rather than petty politics, and thus sets out on a journey. Standing in their way are the fierce wielders of these legendary weapons as well as other power-hungry entities who seek to thwart Togame's objective. In order to prevail against their enemies, the duo must become an unbreakable team as they forge ahead on a path of uncertainty and peril.
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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Canon episodes · 12 Filler episodes · 0
Every season
Seasons and sequels
Single Season
Currently, Katanagatari 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! Katanagatari 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 Katanagatari aired in 2010 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 Katanagatari is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Katanagatari episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
12 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kanna, the Cutting Sword01/26/2010 | 01/26/2010 | Canon |
| 2 | Namakura, the Decapitation Sword02/09/2010 | 02/09/2010 | Canon |
| 3 | Tsurugi, the Sword of Thousand03/09/2010 | 03/09/2010 | Canon |
| 4 | Hari, the Slender Sword04/17/2010 | 04/17/2010 | Canon |
| 5 | Yoroi, the Rebel Sword05/21/2010 | 05/21/2010 | Canon |
| 6 | Kanazuchi, the Twin Sword06/05/2010 | 06/05/2010 | Canon |
| 7 | Bita, the Evil Sword07/10/2010 | 07/10/2010 | Canon |
| 8 | Kanzashi, the Sword of Precision08/14/2010 | 08/14/2010 | Canon |
| 9 | Nokogiri, the Sword of Kings09/11/2010 | 09/11/2010 | Canon |
| 10 | Hakari, the Sword of Truth10/16/2010 | 10/16/2010 | Canon |
| 11 | Mekki, the Poison Sword11/13/2010 | 11/13/2010 | Canon |
| 12 | Juu, the Flame Sword12/11/2010 | 12/11/2010 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Katanagatari have?
Katanagatari 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 Katanagatari have?
In total, Katanagatari has 12 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 Katanagatari?
It is recommended to watch Katanagatari 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 Katanagatari online?
Katanagatari 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 Katanagatari a complete anime?
Yes, Katanagatari 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 Katanagatari have?
No, Katanagatari 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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