Hakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East is a supernatural anime series based on Miyuki Abe’s manga, which reimagines the classic Japanese epic Nansō Satomi Hakkenden. Set in a fictionalized Muromachi period, the story follows Shino Inuzuka, a young boy cursed to remain 13 years old after accepting a demon sword.
Alongside his companions, Shino embarks on a journey to find eight mystical beads, each linked to a warrior reincarnated from the original legend. The series blends action, fantasy, and shoujo elements, exploring themes of fate and identity.
Basic Details:
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Japanese Title: 八犬伝 ―東方八犬異聞―
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English Title: Hakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East
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Original Manga: By Miyuki Abe
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Anime Studio: Studio Deen
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Seasons: 2 (2013)
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Episodes: 26 (13 per season)
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Genres: Action, Fantasy, Supernatural, Shoujo
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Aired: Season 1: January–March 2013; Season 2: July–September 2013
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Streaming: Available on Crunchyroll
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Licensed in North America: Sentai Filmworks
