

Also known as: 高橋留美子劇場 人魚の森
Yuta consumed mermaid flesh five centuries ago, granting him immortality but condemning him to an endless search for normalcy. After discovering mermaids raising a girl as food to maintain their youth, he kills them and saves her,only to learn she too has tasted their flesh. Now bound together by their curse, Yuta and Mana journey across Japan seeking other mermaids, each hoping to reverse the dark gift that made them immortal.
13
Total episodes
13
Canon episodes
0
Filler episodes
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% Filler
Related works
Standalone work
No sequel, prequel, or registered spin-off is linked to Takahashi Rumiko Gekijou Ningyo no Mori. Its episode total belongs to this title alone.
What to watch, what to skip
Takahashi Rumiko Gekijou Ningyo no Mori has no filler episodes: all 13 episodes are canon. You can watch it from first to last without checking any list of skippable episodes.
Episode by episode
13 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mermaid Does Not Smile10/05/2003 | 10/05/2003 | Canon |
| 2 | Village of the Fighting Fish (Part I)10/12/2003 | 10/12/2003 | Canon |
| 3 | Village of the Fighting Fish (Part II)10/19/2003 | 10/19/2003 | Canon |
| 4 | Mermaid Forest (Part I)10/26/2003 | 10/26/2003 | Canon |
| 5 | Mermaid Forest (Part II)11/02/2003 | 11/02/2003 | Canon |
| 6 | The End of the Dream11/09/2003 | 11/09/2003 | Canon |
| 7 | Bone Princess11/16/2003 | 11/16/2003 | Canon |
| 8 | The Last Face (Part I)11/30/2003 | 11/30/2003 | Canon |
| 9 | The Last Face (Part II)12/07/2003 | 12/07/2003 | Canon |
| 10 | Promised Tomorrow (Part I)12/14/2003 | 12/14/2003 | Canon |
| 11 | Promised Tomorrow (Part II)12/21/2003 | 12/21/2003 | Canon |
| 12 | Mermaid's Scar (Part I)05/19/2004 | 05/19/2004 | Canon |
| 13 | Mermaid's Scar (Part II)05/19/2004 | 05/19/2004 | Canon |
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Common questions
Takahashi Rumiko Gekijou Ningyo no Mori 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, Takahashi Rumiko Gekijou Ningyo no Mori has 13 episodes in its only season. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
It is recommended to watch Takahashi Rumiko Gekijou Ningyo no Mori 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.
Takahashi Rumiko Gekijou Ningyo no Mori 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.
Yes, Takahashi Rumiko Gekijou Ningyo no Mori 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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