Natsume Yuujinchou
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Episodes (13)
EP 1Natsume returns names from his grandmother's spirit book with Nyanko-Sensei's help
Jul 8, 2008Natsume learns that the heirloom Book of Friends, given by his grandmother Reiko, contains the names of spirits she defeated and bound. With the assistance of Nyanko-Sensei, a spirit appearing as a Maneki Neko lucky cat figure, Natsume resolves to return all these names to their original owners. This process aims to free the spirits from their bindings to Reiko. The narrative focuses on Natsume's decision to rectify the past actions of his grandmother by restoring the names to the spirits who originally possessed them, facilitated by the guidance and support of his feline companion.
EP 2The village's local god fades due to lack of devotees while visiting Natsume
Jul 15, 2008The local deity of the village pays a visit to Natsume. This spirit is currently in the process of fading away. The primary reason for this decline is the significant lack of devotees who continue to worship or acknowledge the god's presence. The encounter highlights the vulnerability of spirits that rely on human recognition for their continued existence. Natsume witnesses this situation firsthand as the deity explains its diminishing state. The narrative focuses on this specific interaction between the boy and the fading spirit, emphasizing the consequences of dwindling faith within the community.
EP 3Natsume assists spirits during exorcism and meets Tanuma, a boy who senses spirits
Jul 22, 2008Natsume is asked to help spirits that are currently undergoing exorcism. During this process, he encounters Tanuma, a boy who also possesses the ability to sense spirits. Although Tanuma shares this sensitivity with Natsume, he is not as powerful as the protagonist. The two find a sense of kinship due to their shared experiences with the spiritual world, establishing a connection between them amidst the ongoing supernatural events.
EP 4Sasada Discovers Natsume's Sight and Demands Help Regarding the Abandoned School Spirit
Jul 29, 2008During a courage trial, class president Sasada discovers Natsume's ability to see spirits. She insists he assist her in locating the entity residing in the abandoned school building. Natsume attempts to deny his capabilities, but Sasada refuses to accept his rejection. Concurrently, the spirit named Shigure becomes enraged by the impending demolition of the school. In a fit of fury, Shigure captures the rest of their classmates. The situation escalates as Sasada presses for answers while the spirit acts out against the destruction of its home, leaving Natsume caught between the demands of his classmate and the wrath of the captured students.
EP 5Natsume visits an abandoned station to understand Reiko's old ticket and meet a waiting spirit.
Aug 5, 2008Natsume discovers a vintage ticket among Reiko's possessions and travels to a derelict train station to investigate its significance. There, he encounters Santo, a spirit with limited mental capacity who has been waiting for Reiko to accompany him to Kiriganuma. Santo intends to reunite with his friend Mikuri at that destination. However, the journey proves more complicated than anticipated, presenting unexpected difficulties that hinder the intended reunion. The episode focuses on Natsume's interaction with Santo and the challenges involved in facilitating the spirit's long-awaited meeting with Mikuri, highlighting the emotional weight of the ticket and the unresolved past connecting Reiko to this encounter.
EP 6Natsume helps a swallow spirit find her human benefactor and a magical kimono
Aug 12, 2008Natsume becomes possessed by a swallow spirit who desires to meet a human who previously assisted her. Natsume agrees to aid her, and the two develop a close bond. Upon locating the human, Natsume feels regret because she cannot meet him directly. However, the human learns of a kimono capable of transforming a spirit into a human for one day and begins searching for it.
EP 7Natsume visits a hot spring on a school trip to buy teacups and helps a fox spirit
Aug 19, 2008Natsume attends a school trip to a hot spring, carrying a task from Shigeru to purchase teacups from a local pottery shop. During his visit, he encounters a small fox spirit. Natsume assists the creature, which leads to the spirit developing a strong attachment to him. The episode focuses on this brief interaction between Natsume and the supernatural being while he is away on his errand.
EP 8Natsume encounters a spirit connected to a former sighted friend
Aug 26, 2008Natsume encounters a spirit who shares a past friendship with a man capable of seeing spirits. This man previously possessed the ability to perceive supernatural entities but eventually lost this gift one day. The spirit's narrative centers on this connection to the man who once shared his unique perception of the spirit world.
EP 9Natsume encounters spirit-seeing actor Natori Shuuichi who works as an exorcist
Sep 2, 2008Natsume comes across a well-known actor named Natori Shuuichi. This individual possesses the ability to see spirits, a trait that connects him to Natsume's own experiences. Beyond his acting career, Natori Shuuichi maintains a secondary occupation as an exorcist. This meeting introduces a character who navigates both the human entertainment world and the supernatural realm. The interaction highlights the coexistence of these two distinct aspects of his life, bridging the gap between celebrity status and spiritual duties.
EP 10A sick koto player's friend seeks a final performance for her
Sep 9, 2008Natsume becomes possessed by the spirit of a koto player who is suffering from an illness. The spirit's friend is desperate to ensure that the musician is able to perform one last time before passing away. This possession creates a situation where Natsume must navigate the emotional weight of the deceased player's unfinished business and the friend's urgent desire for closure through music.
EP 11Nyanko's Book Of Boredom
Sep 16, 2008Natsume reaches his limit regarding Nyanko's behavior and takes action. Consequently, Nyanko departs and wanders alone. While traveling by himself, he ends up causing trouble. This sequence of events highlights the consequences of Natsume's decision to stop tolerating Nyanko's antics, leading to the cat's solitary and disruptive journey.
EP 12Natsume flees home after an evil spirit seals itself to a tree.
Sep 23, 2008An evil spirit places a curse upon Natsume, binding its presence to a specific tree. Rather than burdening his adoptive family with this supernatural affliction, he chooses to leave his home. This decision to run away stems from his desire to protect those who care for him from the troubles associated with the curse. The narrative focuses on his solitary departure and the underlying reasons for his flight, highlighting his concern for his family's well-being amidst the spiritual disturbance.
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Tanuma discovers Nyanko-Sensei's true nature during the autumn festival
Sep 30, 2008Tanuma learns that Nyanko-Sensei is a spirit. The pair attend an autumn festival together, where they encounter former acquaintances.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Natsume Yuujinchou have?
- Natsume Yuujinchou has 13 episodes.
- When did Natsume Yuujinchou come out?
- Natsume Yuujinchou came out in 2008.
- Which studio made Natsume Yuujinchou?
- Natsume Yuujinchou was produced by Brain's Base.
- Who directed Natsume Yuujinchou?
- Natsume Yuujinchou was directed by Takahiro Oomori.
- Is Natsume Yuujinchou finished?
- Current status of Natsume Yuujinchou: Finished.