Everything You Need to Know About Interviews with Monster Girls#
If you are looking for a lighthearted blend of comedy and the supernatural, Interviews with Monster Girls (also known as Demi-chan wa Kataritai) is a charming choice. The series follows Tetsuo Takahashi, a teacher at Shibasaki High School who specializes in the physiological studies of demi-humans. His research brings him into contact with a variety of unique individuals, including Akira Takanashi (a vampire with a love for tomato juice), Kyōko Machi (a dullahan), Yuki Kusakabe (a yuki-onna), and his fellow colleague, the succubus math teacher Sakie Satō.
Whether you want to watch the anime on Prime Video or dive into the books, here is the breakdown of what to expect.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
When asking “is the anime finished?”, it is important to distinguish between the animated production and the overall story. The anime aired in 2017, but the source material—the original manga—continued for several years afterward.
According to our records, the main manga series concluded with its 11th volume in late 2022. Because the manga ran significantly longer than the anime production, viewers who watch only the anime may find themselves wanting more. To get the complete narrative and a truly satisfying conclusion to the characters’ journeys, continuing with the original manga is highly recommended.
Audience and Appeal#
This series is best suited for fans of “slice-of-life” comedies with a supernatural twist. Rather than high-stakes action, the appeal lies in the physiological and social observations of demi-humans trying to navigate a human world. Its focus on the gentle interactions between Teacher Takahashi and his students makes it a comforting watch for those who enjoy character-driven stories.
If you enjoy the world and characters, you might also want to pick up some Interviews with Monster Girls merchandise to show your support for these demi-humans!
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Depending on how much of the story you want to consume, there are a few ways to approach this series. You can refer to the relationship tree on this page for a visual guide to the connections between the titles.
Release Order#
If you want to experience the series as it was introduced to most audiences:
- Interviews with Monster Girls (Anime)
- Interviews with Monster Girls (Manga)
Completionist Order#
For those who want every single piece of content available, including the side stories:
- Interviews with Monster Girls (Anime)
- Interviews with Monster Girls (Manga): Read through all 11 volumes for the full story.
- Occult-chan wa Katarenai (Spinoff Manga): This spinoff adds more depth to the world and concluded with its 9th volume.
Source Material Path#
If you prefer reading over watching or don’t mind skipping the anime to get the most detailed version of the story, simply start with the Interviews with Monster Girls manga and follow it up with the Occult-chan wa Katarenai spinoff.
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Interviews with Monster Girls • manga • 2014-09-05 to 2021-04-06 (Young Magazine the 3rd, 2014 vol. 1 - 2021 vol. 5)
└─(adaptation)→ Interviews with Monster Girls • anime • 2017-01-07
└─(spinoff)→ Occult-chan wa Katarenai • manga • 2019-01-05 to 2021-04-06 (Young Magazine the 3rd, 2019 vol. 2 - 2021 vol. 5)
