Original
01/03/2012 - 03/27/2012 Finished
Natsume Yuujinchou Shi (夏目友人帳 肆)
Also known as: Natsume's Book of Friends Season 4
Takashi Natsume, the timid youkai expert and master of the Book of Friends, continues his journey towards self-understanding and acceptance with the help of friends both new and old. His most important ally is still his gluttonous and sake-loving bodyguard, the arrogant but fiercely protective wolf spirit Madara—or Nyanko-sensei, as Madara is called when in his usual disguise of an unassuming, pudgy cat. Natsume, while briefly separated from Nyanko-sensei, is ambushed and kidnapped by a strange group of masked, monkey-like youkai, who have spirited him away to their forest as they desperately search for the Book of Friends. Realizing that his "servant" has been taken out from right under his nose, Nyanko-sensei enlists the help of Natsume's youkai friends and mounts a rescue operation. However, the forest of the monkey spirits holds many dangerous enemies, including the Matoba Clan, Natsume's old nemesis. Stretching from the formidable hideout of the Matoba to Natsume's own childhood home, Natsume Yuujinchou Shi is a sweeping but familiar return to a world of danger and friendship, where Natsume will finally confront the demons of his own past.
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Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
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Every season
Seasons and sequels
You may wonder, how many seasons does Natsume Yuujinchou Shi have? Well, currently Natsume Yuujinchou Shi has a total of 7 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
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Watch order: filler vs canon
You're in luck! Natsume Yuujinchou Shi doesn't have a single filler episode: all 13 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 13 episodes of Natsume Yuujinchou Shi aired in 2012–2013 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 Natsume Yuujinchou Shi is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 13 without detours. If you came looking for which Natsume Yuujinchou Shi episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
Complete guide by season
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Natsume Captured01/03/2012 | 01/03/2012 | Canon |
| 2 | The Eastern Forest01/10/2012 | 01/10/2012 | Canon |
| 3 | The Little Ones01/17/2012 | 01/17/2012 | Canon |
| 4 | The Stand-In01/24/2012 | 01/24/2012 | Canon |
| 5 | To You, From Bygone Days01/31/2012 | 01/31/2012 | Canon |
| 6 | Other Side of the Glass02/07/2013 | 02/07/2013 | Canon |
| 7 | The Gap Between Humans and Youkai02/14/2013 | 02/14/2013 | Canon |
| 8 | When I was Deceived02/21/2013 | 02/21/2013 | Canon |
| 9 | The Moon-Splitting Festival02/28/2012 | 02/28/2012 | Canon |
| 10 | The God, Enshrined03/06/2012 | 03/06/2012 | Canon |
| 11 | A Single Photo03/13/2012 | 03/13/2012 | Canon |
| 12 | The Door of Memories03/20/2012 | 03/20/2012 | Canon |
| 13 | Long Way Home03/27/2012 | 03/27/2012 | Canon |
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Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How many seasons does Natsume Yuujinchou Shi have?
Natsume Yuujinchou Shi has a total of 7 seasons. 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 Natsume Yuujinchou Shi have?
In total, Natsume Yuujinchou Shi has 13 episodes distributed across its 7 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
What is the best order to watch Natsume Yuujinchou Shi?
It is recommended to watch Natsume Yuujinchou Shi 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 Natsume Yuujinchou Shi online?
Natsume Yuujinchou Shi 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.
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Is Natsume Yuujinchou Shi a complete anime?
Yes, Natsume Yuujinchou Shi 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 Natsume Yuujinchou Shi have?
No, Natsume Yuujinchou Shi 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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