Bakemonogatari serves as the cornerstone of the legendary Monogatari Series, adapted from the light novels by Nisio Isin. Known for its avant-garde visual style and razor-sharp dialogue, it remains one of the most influential works in modern anime history.
Latest Updates & News
- February 2026: The Monogatari Series “Off & Monster Season” continues its international streaming rollout, sparking renewed interest in the original 2009 masterpiece.
- Ongoing: The Bakemonogatari manga adaptation by Oh! Great concludes its final English volume releases, offering a high-octane visual reimagining of the classic story.
Essential Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Title | Bakemonogatari (Ghost Story) |
| Release Date | July 3, 2009 (Original TV Run) |
| Studio / Agency | SHAFT |
| Genre | Supernatural, Mystery, Psychological, Romance |
Synopsis & Plot Summary
Bakemonogatari follows Koyomi Araragi, a third-year high school student who survived a vampire attack with the help of a mysterious man named Meme Oshino. Though he is nearly human again, Koyomi finds himself drawn to others suffering from supernatural “oddities.” The story begins when he catches his classmate, Hitagi Senjogahara, and realizes she is physically weightless. From cursed crabs to obsessive snails and lost monkeys, Araragi navigates a world of urban legends while dealing with his own complicated humanity.
Voice Cast & Staff
Main Cast
- Koyomi Araragi: CV Hiroshi Kamiya
- Hitagi Senjogahara: CV Chiwa Saito
- Mayoi Hachikuji: CV Emiri Kato
- Suruga Kanbaru: CV Miyuki Sawashiro
- Nadeko Sengoku: CV Kana Hanazawa
- Tsubasa Hanekawa: CV Yui Horie
- Meme Oshino: CV Takahiro Sakurai
Production Staff
- Chief Director: Akiyuki Shinbo
- Director: Tatsuya Oishi
- Series Composition: Fuyashi Tou / Akiyuki Shinbo
- Character Design: Akio Watanabe
Related Content & Features
Interviews
- [Archive] Nisio Isin on the Challenges of Character Dialogue
- [Feature] Akiyuki Shinbo and the “SHAFT Style” Revolution
Trailers & Visuals
The original promotional videos for Bakemonogatari highlighted the series’ unique blend of 2D animation, real-world
