

Also known as: Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress
The world is in the midst of the industrial revolution when horrific creatures emerge from a mysterious virus, ripping through the flesh of humans to sate their never-ending appetite. The only way to kill these beings, known as "Kabane," is by destroying their steel-coated hearts. However, if bitten by one of these monsters, the victim is doomed to a fate worse than death, as the fallen rise once more to join the ranks of their fellow undead. Only the most fortified of civilizations have survived this turmoil, as is the case with the island of Hinomoto, where mankind has created a massive wall to protect themselves from the endless hordes of Kabane. The only way into these giant fortresses is via heavily-armored trains, which are serviced and built by young men such as Ikoma. Having created a deadly weapon that he believes will easily pierce through the hearts of Kabane, Ikoma eagerly awaits the day when he will be able to fight using his new invention. Little does he know, however, that his chance will come much sooner than he expected...
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Every season
Single Season
Currently, Koutetsujou no Kabaneri 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! Koutetsujou no Kabaneri 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 Koutetsujou no Kabaneri aired in 2016 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 Koutetsujou no Kabaneri is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Koutetsujou no Kabaneri 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 | Frightened Corpse04/08/2016 | 04/08/2016 | Canon |
| 2 | Never-Ending Darkness04/22/2016 | 04/22/2016 | Canon |
| 3 | Prayer Offer04/29/2016 | 04/29/2016 | Canon |
| 4 | Flowing Blood05/06/2016 | 05/06/2016 | Canon |
| 5 | Inescapable Darkness05/13/2016 | 05/13/2016 | Canon |
| 6 | Gathering Light05/20/2016 | 05/20/2016 | Canon |
| 7 | Begging the Heavens05/27/2016 | 05/27/2016 | Canon |
| 8 | The Silent Hunter06/03/2016 | 06/03/2016 | Canon |
| 9 | Fang of Ruin06/10/2016 | 06/10/2016 | Canon |
| 10 | The Attacking Weak06/17/2016 | 06/17/2016 | Canon |
| 11 | Burning Life06/24/2016 | 06/24/2016 | Canon |
| 12 | Iron Fortress07/01/2016 | 07/01/2016 | Canon |
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Common questions
Koutetsujou no Kabaneri 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, Koutetsujou no Kabaneri 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 Koutetsujou no Kabaneri 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.
Koutetsujou no Kabaneri is available on the following streaming platforms: Crunchyroll. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to access where you can watch the anime. Please note that availability may vary depending on your geographic region.
Yes, Koutetsujou no Kabaneri is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
No, Koutetsujou no Kabaneri 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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