Monogatari

TV SERIES 2009 5 SEASONS

Overview

Koyomi Araragi, a high school student, finds himself constantly encountering girls afflicted by supernatural "oddities." He dedicates himself to helping them, often with the aid of the eccentric specialist Meme Oshino. Each arc talks about a different girl's unique struggle and the mysterious cause of their affliction. The series explores themes of adolescence, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It's known for its witty dialogue, stylistic animation, and unique narrative structure.

This production, originally released in 2009, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Animation, Comedy, Drama, Mystery genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 8.1 across its 5 seasons.

Storyline Highlights:
• Explores themes within Animation and Comedy.
• Produced in Japan.
• Original Language: Japanese.

Starring Cast

Hiroshi Kamiya

Koyomi Araragi (voice)

Chiwa Saito

Hitagi Senjougahara (voice)

Yui Horie

Tsubasa Hanekawa / Black Hanekawa (voice)

Maaya Sakamoto

Shinobu Oshino / Kiss-shot Acerola-orion Heart-under-blade (voice)

Satsuki Yukino

Izuko Gaen (voice)

Miyuki Sawashiro

Suruga Kanbaru (voice)

Seasons

Specials

49 Episodes • Aired 2009-08-07

No season overview provided for this season.

Bakemonogatari

12 Episodes • Aired 2009-07-03

The story centers on Koyomi Araragi, a third year high school student who has recently survived a vampire attack, and finds himself mixed up with all kinds of apparitions: gods, ghosts, myths, and spirits.

Nisemonogatari

11 Episodes • Aired 2012-01-08

High school student Koyomi Araragi survived a vampire attack and can’t stop getting mixed up with all kinds of apparitions—but he’s about to face his biggest challenge yet: protecting his two little sisters! Karen and Tsukihi have a penchant for justice, and it’s up to Koyomi to keep them safe as they track down the cause of their apparitions.

Monogatari Series: Second Season

23 Episodes • Aired 2013-07-07

Tsubasa and Hitagi discover that Koyomi has gone missing and has urged them in a text message not to look for him. However, in his absence, new dangerous apparitions begin to appear and target Tsubasa, and Nadeko who are left to try and deal with them on their own. Meanwhile, Koyomi Shinobu, and Mayoi are dealing with serious problems of their own.

Owarimonogatari

12 Episodes • Aired 2015-10-04

During the month of October of his third year in high school, Koyomi Araragi is introduced to a transfer student named Ougi Oshino by his underclassman Kanbaru Suruga. Ougi tells Koyomi that she has something she wishes to consult with him. When she draws the map of Naoestu High School, she finds something peculiar on there. This discovery reveals a tale that wasn’t meant to be told, and this makes Koyomi’s high school life totally different. This is the story that brings to light “what” makes Koyomi Araragi. This is the story that reveals the “beginning” of everything.