


Also known as: Otogi Zoshi: The Legend of Magatama
The year is 972 A.D. in Kyoto, the capital of ancient Japan. Kyoto is becoming a corrupt and run-down city; selfish samurai and onmyoji, who care only about gaining political power are everywhere. To make matters worse the city is suffering from famine and widespread disease. Unable to ignore the condition of the city any longer, the Imperial Court decides to send Minamoto no Raiko, a famous samurai well-known for his archery skills, to recover a legendary gem said to hold mysterious power to save the world. However Raiko also falls ill to disease. Instead his youngest sister, Hikaru, decides secretely to make the journey in his place. Hikaru meets many people, and has many adventures while on her trip for the legendary gem. (Source: ANN)
Total episodes
26
Filler episodes
0
% Filler
0.00%
Single Season
Currently, Otogizoushi has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
Great news for this guide! Otogizoushi is a completely faithful adaptation of the original manga that contains no filler episodes.
You can enjoy all 26 episodes in chronological order with the peace of mind knowing that each chapter is canonical content that contributes directly to the development of the main story and character arcs. You don't need to skip any episodes to live the complete and authentic experience of Otogizoushi.
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raiko | 07/07/2004 | CANON |
| 2 | Sadamitsu | 07/14/2004 | CANON |
| 3 | Tsuchigumo | 07/21/2004 | CANON |
| 4 | Rashou Gate | 07/28/2004 | CANON |
| 5 | Urabe | 08/04/2004 | CANON |
| 6 | Noroijima | 08/11/2004 | CANON |
| 7 | Mansairaku | 08/18/2004 | CANON |
| 8 | Red Demon | 08/25/2004 | CANON |
| 9 | Darkness | 09/01/2004 | CANON |
| 10 | Shuten | 09/08/2004 | CANON |
| 11 | Relationship of Enmity | 09/15/2004 | CANON |
| 12 | Seimei | 09/22/2004 | CANON |
| 13 | Hikaru | 09/29/2004 | CANON |
| 14 | Tokyo | 10/06/2004 | CANON |
| 15 | Shinjuku | 10/20/2004 | CANON |
| 16 | Shiba Park | 10/27/2004 | CANON |
| 17 | Kourakuen | 11/03/2004 | CANON |
| 18 | Ueno | 11/10/2004 | CANON |
| 19 | Shibuya | 11/17/2004 | CANON |
| 20 | Azabu | 12/01/2004 | CANON |
| 21 | Ikebukuro | 12/15/2004 | CANON |
| 22 | Ookubo | 12/22/2004 | CANON |
| 23 | Marunouchi | 12/29/2004 | CANON |
| 24 | Manseibashi | 01/05/2005 | CANON |
| 25 | Demon Gate | 03/23/2005 | CANON |
| 26 | Minato | 03/30/2005 | CANON |
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