Canaan

Canaan (2009)

EndedAnimation showAction, Anime, Crime

Two years ago, Shibuya was ravaged by a biological terrorist attack using the deadly Ua virus. Maria Osawa was saved when her father inoculated her against the virus, but is left with partial amnesia from the shock. Now working as a cameraman, she reunited with her friend Canaan in Shanghai, China. Canaan is an assassin gifted with synaesthesia, and she's being targeted by the terrorist squad Snake. Meanwhile, numerous groups converge on Hong Kong, all after either Canaan or Maria.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 10:00 (25 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Canaan premiere?

Canaan premiered on July 4, 2009.

What genre does Canaan belong to?

Canaan is an action and thriller anime TV series.

Who is the creator of Canaan?

Canaan was created by Type-Moon and directed by Masahiro Ando.

Who wrote the screenplay for Canaan?

The screenplay for Canaan was written by Mari Okada.

How many episodes are there in Canaan?

Canaan has 13 episodes in total.

What studio animated Canaan?

Canaan was animated by P.A. Works.

What is the overview of the Canaan storyline?

Canaan's story revolves around an assassin named Canaan who is fighting against a terrorist organization.

Who are the characters in Canaan?

The characters in Canaan include Canaan, Maria Oosawa, Minoru Minorikawa, etc.

Where is Canaan set?

Canaan is set in a fictional Japanese city named Shanghai.

What special power does Canaan have?

Canaan has a special ability to synesthetically visualize sound as color.

What is the terrorist organization called in Canaan?

The terrorist organization in Canaan is called the Snake.

What is the significance of the name Canaan?

Canaan is named after the biblical land of Canaan, which is sometimes referred to as the "promised land."

What is the reception of Canaan?

Canaan received mixed reviews, with critics praising the animation and action scenes but criticizing the plot and character development.

What theme song is used for Canaan?

The theme song for Canaan is titled "mind as Judgement" by Faylan.

What is the age rating for Canaan?

Canaan has an age rating of TV-MA, meaning it is intended for mature audiences.

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