Original
10/23/2005 - 06/19/2006 Finished
Mushi-Shi (Mushishi)
Also known as: 蟲師
Mushi are primordial life forms existing without purpose or morality, capable of taking countless shapes and mimicking natural phenomena like plants, disease, and rainbows. Most humans remain ignorant of their existence, leaving their true nature shrouded in mystery. Ginko, a mushishi who studies these entities, pursues rumors and encounters seeking answers about mushi and their place in the world's hierarchy of life.
26
Total episodes
26
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Canon episodes · 26 Filler episodes · 0
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Watch order: filler vs canon
Mushishi has no filler episodes: all 26 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
26 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Green Seat10/23/2005 | 10/23/2005 | Canon |
| 2 | The Light of the Eyelid10/30/2005 | 10/30/2005 | Canon |
| 3 | Tender Horns11/06/2005 | 11/06/2005 | Canon |
| 4 | The Pillow Pathway11/13/2005 | 11/13/2005 | Canon |
| 5 | The Traveling Swamp11/20/2005 | 11/20/2005 | Canon |
| 6 | Those Who Inhale the Dew11/27/2005 | 11/27/2005 | Canon |
| 7 | Raindrops and Rainbows12/04/2005 | 12/04/2005 | Canon |
| 8 | Where Sea Meets Man12/11/2005 | 12/11/2005 | Canon |
| 9 | The Heavy Seed12/18/2005 | 12/18/2005 | Canon |
| 10 | The White Which Lives Within the Ink Stone01/08/2006 | 01/08/2006 | Canon |
| 11 | The Sleeping Mountain01/08/2006 | 01/08/2006 | Canon |
| 12 | One-Eyed Fish01/15/2006 | 01/15/2006 | Canon |
| 13 | One-Night Bridge01/22/2006 | 01/22/2006 | Canon |
| 14 | Inside the Cage01/29/2006 | 01/29/2006 | Canon |
| 15 | Pretense of Spring02/05/2006 | 02/05/2006 | Canon |
| 16 | Sunrise Serpent02/12/2006 | 02/12/2006 | Canon |
| 17 | Pickers of Empty Cocoons02/19/2006 | 02/19/2006 | Canon |
| 18 | Clothes That Embrace the Mountain02/26/2006 | 02/26/2006 | Canon |
| 19 | String from the Sky03/05/2006 | 03/05/2006 | Canon |
| 20 | A Sea of Writings03/12/2006 | 03/12/2006 | Canon |
| 21 | Cotton Changeling05/15/2006 | 05/15/2006 | Canon |
| 22 | Shrine in the Sea05/22/2006 | 05/22/2006 | Canon |
| 23 | The Sound of Rust05/29/2006 | 05/29/2006 | Canon |
| 24 | The Journey to the Field of Fire06/05/2006 | 06/05/2006 | Canon |
| 25 | Eye of Fortune, Eye of Misfortune06/12/2006 | 06/12/2006 | Canon |
| 26 | The Sound of Footsteps on the Grass06/19/2006 | 06/19/2006 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Mushishi have?
Mushishi is season 1 of 3 in the franchise: Mushishi, Mushishi Zoku Shou, and Mushishi Zoku Shou 2nd Season. All of them have finished airing.
How many episodes does Mushishi have?
This page covers 26 episodes. Adding up every season, the franchise has 46 episodes in total.
What is the best order to watch Mushishi?
It is recommended to watch Mushishi 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 Mushishi online?
Mushishi 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 Mushishi a complete anime?
Yes, Mushishi 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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