# Noragami (2014)

> A down-on-his-luck minor god and a girl he unexpectedly helps navigate a world of spirits and monsters hidden in modern Japan.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/tv/57225

## Facts

- Seasons: 2
- Episodes: 25
- Episode runtime: 24 min
- Status: Ended
- Genres: animation, action, fantasy
- Network: BS11, TOKYO MX, MBS, TV Aichi, BS Fuji
- Cast: Hiroshi Kamiya, Maaya Uchida, Yuki Kaji, Mikako Komatsu, Yuko Takayama, Hiroshi Yanaka, Miki Ito, Hiroki Goto
- TMDB rating: 7.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3225270/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Tone: breezy, wry, wistful, brisk, warm

## What critics say

Audiences rate Noragami positively, praising its lively action, comedic chemistry between its leads, and its blend of humor and emotional stakes.

## Synopsis

Noragami (2014-2015) is a Japanese anime supernatural action series broadcast on BS11, TOKYO MX, MBS, TV Aichi and BS Fuji, spanning two seasons and 25 episodes. Yato, a minor god desperate to build a shrine and reputation, is the protagonist; he is voiced by Hiroshi Kamiya, while Maaya Uchida voices Hiyori Iki, the schoolgirl whose life he changes after they meet. Yuki Kaji voices Yukine, a spirit weapon who becomes Yato's reluctant partner. Their engine is simple and concrete: Yato takes odd jobs, from exorcisms to errands, to earn followers, and each episode pits the trio against monsters, rival gods and shapeshifting spirits that pour into modern Japan. Seasons are built from self-contained errands that feed into a continuing story of betrayal, revenge and friendship. The tone blends brisk shonen swordplay with wry humor and wistful melancholy, and the mood stays warm even when the stakes turn dark. Set in contemporary Japanese cities and quiet neighborhoods, it is a production from studio BONES with a shonen sensibility. Fans of Kamisama Kiss, Bleach and Mushishi will find resonance in its blend of supernatural action and found family warmth.

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