Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou
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EP 1Natsume and Nyanko-sensei pursue a black cat that steals the Book of Friends from their home.
Jan 6, 2009While retrieving a ball at school, Natsume is attacked by a youkai and accidentally breaks a seal while fleeing. That night, a black lookalike of Nyanko-sensei appears and steals the Book of Friends. As Natsume and Nyanko-sensei search for the thief, they encounter a gathering of youkai planning to attack humans for sealing their lord, who is the black cat. With Nyanko-sensei's assistance, Natsume returns the lord's name. This act allows him to witness the lord's fond and bittersweet memories of living among humans, resolving the conflict through understanding rather than violence.
EP 2Natsume and Nyanko-sensei assist Gen, a forest guardian, in locating the spirit that destroyed his partner Sui.
Jan 13, 2009While playing in the snow, Natsume and Nyanko-sensei encounter Gen, a forest guardian residing within a statue. Gen attempts to possess Natsume but ends up taking over a snow rabbit created by Natsume instead. He then asks Natsume for help in finding an evil spirit responsible for destroying Sui, his guardian partner, and Natsume agrees to assist him. However, it appears that Gen is withholding some information regarding the situation.
EP 3Natsume Investigates Strange Noises at the Hot Spring During Natori's Invitation
Jan 20, 2009Natori invites Natsume to a hot spring trip, but strange noises from a closet and a figure in a kimono hanging from the ceiling cause Natsume unease. Not wanting to ruin Natori's kind gesture, Natsume decides to investigate the disturbances alone. During the night, he encounters a Youkai who comments that he is too soft and subsequently attacks him. This incident occurs while Natsume is staying at the hot spring location with Natori, highlighting the supernatural threats present in the area despite the relaxing setting.
EP 4Natsume cares for a hatching rare baby spirit Tatsumi while facing a dangerous spirit.
Jan 27, 2009Natsume finds an abandoned egg in a nest and assumes it is ordinary, unaware it belongs to a Youkai. Upon hatching, the creature reveals itself as Tatsumi, a rare baby spirit who immediately identifies Natsume as its parent. Natsume develops a strong attachment to the child despite Tatsumi becoming increasingly tired and ill. While Natsume provides care, a mysterious spirit arrives with the intent to take Tatsumi away for their master, who plans to eat the young spirit.
EP 5Natsume seeks the torn Book of Friends page binding a spirit enslaved by Reiko fifty years ago.
Feb 3, 2009A spirit reveals that Natsume's grandmother, Reiko, enslaved him fifty years ago by writing his name on a torn page from the Book of Friends and tying it to a tree in a forest. Natsume must determine if he can locate the missing page to free the spirit. The narrative also explores the reasons behind Reiko's decision to bind the spirit to the tree, raising questions about her intentions and the consequences of her past actions on the current situation.
EP 6Taki Tooru's arrival brings mysterious crop circles and a snack-seeking Youkai to Natsume's life.
Feb 10, 2009A new student named Taki Tooru joins the school, causing crop circle-like patterns to emerge. Natsume investigates the origin of these formations while learning more about the new girl. During this inquiry, he encounters a Youkai who differs from previous visitors. Instead of seeking his name, this spirit approaches Natsume specifically to request a snack. The episode focuses on the intersection of the mysterious school phenomena and this unusual supernatural interaction, highlighting the ongoing mystery surrounding Taki and the strange occurrences linked to her presence.
EP 7Natsume loses sight after being poisoned by the spirit pursuing Taki in the cave
Feb 17, 2009Natsume is taken into the cave by the malevolent spirit targeting Taki. During this encounter, he is poisoned and temporarily loses his ability to see youkai. The narrative focuses on whether he can prevent the spirit from consuming Taki despite his impaired vision. This situation creates a critical challenge for Natsume as he attempts to protect Taki without his usual supernatural perception. The episode explores the immediate danger posed by the spirit and the limitations Natsume faces due to the poisoning. It highlights the urgency of the rescue attempt while he is unable to perceive the youkai world clearly.
EP 8Natsume and friends visit a lake inn rumored to house a mermaid while doing homework.
Feb 24, 2009Natsume, Kitamoto, and Nishimura travel to a remote old inn to dedicate their time to completing school assignments. The establishment is situated near a lake that is widely believed to be the habitat of a mermaid. The group intends to use the quiet environment of the inn to focus on their studies, unaware or perhaps indifferent to the local legends surrounding the nearby waters. This excursion combines academic responsibilities with the atmospheric setting of a traditional lodging known for its mysterious aquatic folklore.
EP 9Natsume and Nyanko Sensei attempt to return a mysterious cherry blossom picture to its owner, Miya.
Mar 3, 2009Since discovering a photograph of cherry trees in a barren winter landscape, Natsume has woken to find his room filled with petals. Seeking to resolve this strange occurrence, he and Nyanko Sensei aim to return the image to Miya, a shadow-like figure associated with the picture. However, they encounter difficulties in their attempt to give the photograph back to her. The narrative focuses on their efforts to understand the origin of the petals and the reason behind the inability to complete the return, highlighting the connection between the mysterious image and the spirit world.
EP 10Strange occurrences at Natsume's home involve destroyed plants and a wandering Youkai
Mar 10, 2009Unusual events begin occurring at Natsume's residence, including the destruction of Toukou's plants and the presence of a mysterious Youkai roaming the premises. Through these disturbances, Natsume gains deeper insight into Reiko and her past life within this specific town. Additionally, he acquires the necessary knowledge to successfully remove the Youkai that has been lingering around his house, resolving the immediate supernatural intrusion affecting his daily life.
EP 11Natsume encounters a youkai and is invited to the Assembly of Conjurers by Natori and Hiiragi.
Mar 17, 2009While accompanying Touko-san, Natsume notices an injured youkai and pursues it to offer assistance. Before he can help, a larger youkai consumes the smaller creature. Immediately following this event, Natori and Hiiragi appear and extend an invitation to Natsume for the Assembly of Conjurers. At this gathering, Natsume struggles to differentiate between humans and youkai, feeling hopeful about finding individuals who truly understand him. Although this connection represents what he has long desired, his gentle nature prevents him from recognizing the true intentions of those around him.
EP 12Natsume frees a boy sealed in a coffin and confronts the youkai stalking him with Nyanko-sensei's aid.
Mar 24, 2009Natsume discovers a young boy named Kai trapped inside a coffin within an abandoned house. He releases Kai and learns that the boy is being pursued by a youkai. Eventually, Natsume himself becomes the target of this creature. With assistance from Nyanko-sensei, he successfully stops the stalking behavior. The narrative reveals that Natori, who initially appears as the stalker, is actually the one who sealed Kai in the coffin. Natori then informs Natsume that Kai is a youkai. This encounter highlights the complex relationships between humans, youkai, and the individuals who manipulate their fates, concluding with the revelation of Kai's true nature.
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Natori reveals Oni trapped in a mansion well while Kai seeks to free them.
Mar 31, 2009Natori informs Natsume about a group of Oni trapped in a well near the mansion, who are summoning other Youkai. He reveals that Kai descended from the mountains to liberate them. While searching for Kai within the mansion, Natsume accidentally triggers one of Natori's traps. Kai rescues Natsume but then departs to kill Natori. Natsume follows him to prevent Natori's death. Upon confronting Kai, Natsume faces a critical choice regarding his loyalties. He must decide whether his bond with humans or his connection to Youkai holds greater significance in this conflict between the two groups.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou have?
- Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou has 13 episodes.
- When did Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou come out?
- Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou came out in 2009.
- Which studio made Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou?
- Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou was produced by Brain's Base.
- Who directed Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou?
- Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou was directed by Takahiro Oomori.
- Is Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou finished?
- Current status of Zoku Natsume Yuujinchou: Finished.