What is Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan?#
Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan (also known as Nurarihyon no Mago) is a supernatural action series that blends horror elements with traditional swordplay. The story follows Rikuo Nura, a young boy who is part human and a quarter youkai. Living in a house filled with spirits under the guidance of his grandfather, Rikuo finds himself at a crossroads: he wishes to perform good deeds to avoid his demonic nature, even as his grandfather hopes he will eventually succeed him as the master of the Nurari youkai clan.
If you are looking to dive into this world, you can watch the anime on Prime Video to see Rikuo’s journey unfold.
Is the Anime Really Finished?#
If you only watch the anime, you will find that it provides a thrilling introduction to the world of youkai, but it does not provide a complete conclusion to the overall story. The anime adaptation consists of the original series and a sequel, Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan: Demon Capital.
However, to get the full story and a satisfying conclusion, you will need to transition to the source material. The original manga ran from 2008 to 2012, and interestingly, the series has seen a resurgence. In 2023, the manga returned after 11 years with four new chapters, and a related manga titled Nurarihyon no Mago: Kage was serialized between April and July 2023. To see the ultimate fate of the Nurari clan, buying the manga is essential.
Who Should Watch This Anime?#
This series is best suited for fans of:
- Supernatural Action: Those who enjoy battles between demons and spirits.
- Horror Elements: The show incorporates horror themes through its depiction of youkai.
- Swordplay: The series heavily features traditional combat and sword-based fighting styles.
- Coming-of-Age Stories: The central conflict revolves around Rikuo’s struggle with his identity and his destiny as a clan leader.
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Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Navigating the various entries of this series can be tricky. Depending on your goals, here are the best paths to follow. For more detailed connections, you can refer to the relationship tree provided below this article.
The Release Order#
For those who want to experience the show as it originally aired:
- Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan (Anime)
- Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan: Demon Capital (Anime)
The Completionist Order#
If you want every single piece of animated content, including the extras:
- Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan (Anime)
- Nurarihyon no Mago: Gekitō Dai Futsal Taikai! Nuragumi W Cup!! (Special)
- Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan: Demon Capital (Anime)
The Full Story Order (Anime + Manga)#
For those who want the complete narrative experience including the latest updates:
- Watch the Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan anime series.
- Watch Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan: Demon Capital.
- Read the original manga to finish the main plot.
- Read Nurarihyon no Mago: Kage and the 2023 return chapters to stay up to date with the latest developments.
Final Tips for Fans#
Whether you are coming for the supernatural battles or the complex family dynamics, this series offers a unique take on Japanese folklore. While you’re exploring the series, you might also want to pick up some merchandise to celebrate your favorite youkai characters.
Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan • manga • 2008-03-10 to 2012-06-25 (Weekly Shonen Jump, 2008 #15 - 2012 #30)
└─(adaptation)→ Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan • anime • 2010-07-05 to 2010-12-27
└─(sequel)→ Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan: Demon Capital • anime • 2011-07-03
└─(related)→ Nura: Rise of the Yokai Clan • anime • 2012-12-04
└─(related)→ Nurarihyon no Mago: Gekitō Dai Futsal Taikai! Nuragumi W Cup!! • anime • 2010-10-23 (screened at Jump Super Anime Tour 2010)
└─(related)→ Nurarihyon no Mago: Kage • manga • 2023-04-19 to 2023-07-19 (serialized in Ultra Jump, May - Aug 2023)
