Sword of the Demon Hunter
Overview
Jinta embarks on a sprawling adventure that spans a hundred years, grappling with the deeper meaning behind his sword and its purpose. As he encounters myriad challenges and adversaries, the weight of his weapon serves as a constant reminder of his quest for identity and understanding. Throughout this epic narrative, Jinta must confront not only external threats but also his own inner doubts, leading him to discover the true essence of his role as a demon hunter in a world fraught with darkness and moral ambiguity.
Episodes
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1
Demons and Humans
In the year 1840, marking the first year of Japan's Tenpo era, a quaint village called Kadono is the setting for the lives of siblings Jinta and Suzun...
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2
The Demon's Daughter
Jinta adopts the name Jinya and leaves Kadono behind. A decade later, he finds himself in Edo as a ronin, earning a reputation among the townspeople a...
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3
The Devourer (1)
Title: The Devourer (1) Plot: Three years after the Nihonbashi event, Jinya learns of a series of brutal murders happening close to a soba shop. As h...
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4
The Devourer (2)
Jinya and Natsu find themselves ambushed by the slasher, who is believed to be a demon. Just as the situation becomes dire, Mosuke shows up to assist....
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5
The Garden of Happiness (1)
During the autumn of 1853, a samurai named Naotsugu Miura becomes increasingly troubled by the disappearance of his brother. Despite his worries, thos...
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6
The Garden of Happiness (2)
Jinya and Naotsugu observe a young girl who has just lost her parents in a devastating fire, revealing an unforeseen layer to the mystery they’ve be...
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7
The Cursed Night of Kudanzaka
Title: The Haunted Canvas of Kudanzaka Plot: During the frigid winter of 1853, Jinya receives a request from Jyuuzou to delve into the mystery surrou...
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8
Blossoming Dreams of the Kanzashi (1)
Title: Blossoming Dreams of the Kanzashi (1) Plot: During the vibrant spring of 1854, whispers circulate about a mysterious woman in the Yoshiwara ...
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9
Blossoming Dreams of the Kanzashi (2)
Somegorou Akitsu presents Natsu with a hairpin, sparking an unexpected encounter with Jinya. Suddenly, Somegorou's spirit dogs turn aggressive and lau...
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10
Harlot in the Rain
In May 1855, Naotsugu and a woman dressed in a kimono spot a man in the distance who seems unusual to them both. Naotsugu recognizes him as his brothe...
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11
Drunken Dreams of Lingering Snow (1)
Title: Tipsy Whispers Beneath the Snow (1) Plot: During the frigid winter of 1856, Zenji introduces a new liquor at the soba shop, and it quickly gai...
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12
Drunken Dreams of Lingering Snow (2)
A string of brutal events unfolds throughout Edo, all tied to Yuki-no-Nagori. To make matters worse, whispers of a woman with golden hair unsettle Jin...
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13
Drunken Dreams of Lingering Snow (3)
Title: Intoxicated Visions of Persisting Snow (3) Plot: Yuki-no-Nagori reveals its dark nature as a malevolent beverage. Jinya encounters a demon tha...
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14
Embodiment of Jealousy
In the winter of 1839, when Jinya was still known as Jinta, whispers of bizarre occurrences began to spread around the Modori River. Responding to the...
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15
Late Night Tales of Demonic Swords ~Hijin~
Title: Midnight Legends of Cursed Blades ~Hijin~ Plot: In 1862, Japan finds itself in turmoil with the arrival of the Perry Expedition. Amidst the ch...
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16
Logic of the Amanojaku
Title: The Demon of Mizuho Temple Plot: In the summer of 1863, Jinya learns whispers of a creature said to haunt Mizuho temple, preying on human soul...
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17
By the Sword
Title: By the Sword Plot: In March 1864, Jinya receives a daunting mission to eliminate a demon known as Okada. Once a respected warrior, Okada has s...
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18
A Chat Over Tea
In September 1867, Somegoro Akitsu departs from Kyoto, carrying a tea set as he journeys to Jinya. His aim is to locate someone skilled enough to perf...
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19
Change
Jinya and his daughter, Nomari, relish their tranquil days spent with Naotsugu and his family. Yet, as time progresses, their lives are about to under...
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20
Wish (Part 1)
Title: Wish (Part 1) Plot: During an intense confrontation with Tsuchiura, Jinya has no choice but to unleash his demonic side, a transformation that...
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21
Wish (Part 2)
As a torrential rainstorm pours down, Jinya and Tsuchiura confront each other. When Jinya's demon arm starts to ache, it triggers a connection that en...
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22
Twin Shizuka
In April 1872, Jinya leaves Edo behind and settles in Kyoto, where he operates a soba shop on Sanjyo Street. One evening, he comes to the rescue of a ...
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23
A Tale of Candy Apples and the Heavenly Maiden (Part 1)
Akitsu shares the tale of a goddess linked to the Aragi Inari Shrine with Jinya. Intrigued, Jinya decides to explore the shrine, where he unexpectedly...
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24
A Tale of Candy Apples and the Celestial Maiden (Part 2)
Jinya and Asagao meet with the head priest at the Aragi Inari Shrine, where he reveals that she can return to any time and place she desires. Despite ...
