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Kino's Journey

2003·Show
13Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.3

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A , animated series: , but gripping, .

Good for friends night · teens · binge-friendly

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8.1

About

In Kino's Journey, the protagonist, Kino, accompanied by a talking motorcycle named Hermes, travels through a mystical world of many different countries and forests, each unique in its customs and people. She only spends three days and two nights in every town, without exception, on the principle that three days is enough time to learn almost everything important about a place, while leaving time to explore new lands.
Philosophical JourneyExistential AnimeEpisodic TravelogueHuman Nature ExplorationMorally AmbiguousThought-ProvokingContemplativeWorld-BuildingTalking MotorcycleAllegorical Storytelling

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Directed by:
Ryutaro Nakamura, Yasuo Ejima, Tetsuya Endo
Written by:
Sadayuki Murai, Keiichi Sigsawa
Composed by:
Ryo Sakai

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Kino's Journey

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Where can I stream Kino's Journey?

HiDiveHidive

In the United States, Kino's Journey streams on HiDive and Hidive. It also streams in 64 other countries.

Is Kino's Journey worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 8.3).

How long does it take to watch Kino's Journey?

5 h

About 5 hours: 13 episodes in 1 season of about 25 minutes each, aired from 2003 to 2003.

Can I half-watch Kino's Journey?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 8 for ambiguity.

Is Kino's Journey plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Kino's Journey in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.