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Monogatari

Monogatari

20099.719 Seasons119 EpisodesReturning Series

Overview

Koyomi Araragi, a high school student, finds himself constantly encountering girls afflicted by supernatural "oddities." He dedicates himself to helping them, often with the aid of the eccentric specialist Meme Oshino. Each arc talks about a different girl's unique struggle and the mysterious cause of their affliction. The series explores themes of adolescence, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It's known for its witty dialogue, stylistic animation, and unique narrative structure.

Top Cast

Hiroshi Kamiya

Hiroshi Kamiya

阿良良木历

Chiwa Saito

Chiwa Saito

战场原黑仪

Emiri Kato

Emiri Kato

八九寺真宵

Miyuki Sawashiro

Miyuki Sawashiro

神原骏河

Eri Kitamura

Eri Kitamura

阿良良木火怜

Ryoko Shiraishi

Ryoko Shiraishi

影缝余弦

Saori Hayami

Saori Hayami

斧乃木余接

Maaya Sakamoto

Maaya Sakamoto

忍野忍

Satsuki Yukino

Satsuki Yukino

卧烟伊豆湖

Yoko Hikasa

Yoko Hikasa

日伞星雨

About Monogatari

Monogatari is a animation, comedy, drama, mystery series that first aired in 2009. it stars Hiroshi Kamiya, Chiwa Saito, Emiri Kato. Koyomi Araragi, a high school student, finds himself constantly encountering girls afflicted by supernatural "oddities." He dedicates himself to helping them, often with the aid of the eccentric specialist Meme Oshino. Each arc talks about a different girl's unique struggle and the mysterious cause of their affliction. The series explores themes of adolescence, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It's known for its witty dialogue, stylistic animation, and unique narrative structure.

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