Akagi

Akagi (2005-2006)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Anime, Thriller

One stormy night, Nangou is playing a game of Mahjong with the local yakuza. Soon, he finds himself on a losing streak. If Nangou loses, he will have to pay with his life. Suddenly, a young teenaged boy, Akagi Shigeru, barges in, drenched from the rain. After watching a couple of games, he offers to replace the struggling Nangou. At that moment, a new legend was born.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E26Madness and Darkness and...Mar 29, 2006
S01E25The Temptation of Murderous IntentMar 22, 2006
S01E24The Will of the DemonsMar 15, 2006
S01E23The Power of LuckMar 8, 2006
S01E22The Contrived ShacklesMar 1, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Akagi premiere?

Akagi premiered on October 4, 2005.

What is Akagi about?

Akagi is about a young gambler who becomes involved in high-stakes mahjong games in Japan.

Who is the main character in Akagi?

The main character in Akagi is named Shigeru Akagi.

What is Shigeru Akagi's gambling specialty?

Shigeru Akagi specializes in mahjong gambling.

Where does Akagi take place?

Akagi takes place in Japan.

What is the tone of Akagi?

The tone of Akagi is dark and intense.

How is Akagi different from other gambling-themed shows?

Akagi focuses on mahjong rather than traditional casino games, making it unique among gambling-themed shows.

Is Akagi based on a manga or anime?

Yes, Akagi is based on a manga series of the same name.

Who created the original Akagi manga?

The original Akagi manga was created by Nobuyuki Fukumoto.

Was the Akagi manga popular in Japan?

Yes, the Akagi manga was very popular in Japan.

How faithful is the Akagi TV show to the original manga?

The Akagi TV show is generally very faithful to the original manga.

Was Akagi successful in Japan?

Yes, Akagi was successful in Japan and has become a cult classic.

Does Akagi have a significant fanbase outside of Japan?

Yes, Akagi has a significant fanbase outside of Japan, particularly among fans of anime and manga.

Are there any spin-offs or adaptations of Akagi?

Yes, there is a live-action film adaptation of Akagi, as well as a spin-off manga series called Kaiji, which takes place in the same universe and features some of the same characters.

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Characters

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Also known as

  • Tōhai Densetsu Akagi: Yami ni Maiorita Tensai (Japan)
  • 闘牌伝説アカギ 〜闇に舞い降りた天才〜 (Japan)

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