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GeGeGe no Kitaro
2018·Show
·97Episodes in1Season·
GeGeGe no Kitaro fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Adrenaline6
- Scare6
Heart
Wondrous
- Wonder7
- Wholesome6
- Hopefulness6
Humor
Some absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Absurdist Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Physical Comedy4
World
Fantasy and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Visual Stylization7
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
GeGeGe no Kitaro is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare6Frightening moments and scares.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
All heart traits
- Wonder7Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome absurdist humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some absurdist humor.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor5Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumFantasy and mystery
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around fantasy and mystery. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Fantasy9Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Surrealism6Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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About
Nearly twenty years into the 21st century, people have forgotten the existence of Yokai. When a number of unexplainable phenomena plague adults of the human world with confusion and chaos, thirteen-year-old Mana writes a letter to the Yokai Post in search of answers, only to be greeted by GeGeGe no Kitaro...
YokaiJapanese FolkloreMysterySupernaturalAdventureFamily-FriendlyMonster of the WeekUrban Fantasy
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Questions about GeGeGe no Kitaro
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Is GeGeGe no Kitaro worth watching?
69
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is GeGeGe no Kitaro rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How many seasons does GeGeGe no Kitaro have?
1 season
It has 1 season with 97 episodes.
When did GeGeGe no Kitaro air?
S1
It ran from 2018 to 2020 and has ended.
What language is GeGeGe no Kitaro in?
Japanese
It was made in Japanese. Produced in Japan.
In how many countries can I watch GeGeGe no Kitaro?
27
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What tropes does GeGeGe no Kitaro use?
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TV Tropes lists 106 storytelling tropes for GeGeGe no Kitaro, including Eldritch Abomination, Nothing Is Scarier, Pokémon Speak.