Kure-nai

Kure-nai (2008)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Comedy, Action, Anime

Based on a series of light novels, Kure-nai is about the adventures and misadventures of 16-year-old Shinkurou Kurenai. Shinkurou is an authority in settling disputes between people, and is one day approached by Murasaki Kuhouin, the daughter of a powerful plutocratic family, asking him to be her bodyguard.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 01:30 (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12I Existjuin 19, 2008
S01E11I Thinkjuin 13, 2008
S01E10Accustomed Fearjuin 6, 2008
S01E09You and Memai 30, 2008
S01E08Taking Care of Oneself and Cowardicemai 23, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Kure-nai premiere?

Kure-nai premiered on April 2, 2008.

Who is the main character of Kure-nai?

The main character of Kure-nai is Shinkurou Kurenai.

What is the premise of Kure-nai?

The premise of Kure-nai follows a high school student named Murasaki Kuhouin, who is taken in by Shinkurou Kurenai, a mediator who solves people's problems.

Who created Kure-nai?

Kure-nai was created by Kentarou Katayama and Yamato Yamamoto.

What genre does Kure-nai fall under?

Kure-nai falls under the genre of action, drama, and mystery.

How many episodes are in the first season of Kure-nai?

The first season of Kure-nai has 12 episodes.

What is the name of the school that Murasaki attends in Kure-nai?

Murasaki attends the Ryuuken Ishin High School.

What is the relationship between Murasaki and Shinkurou in Kure-nai?

Murasaki is taken in by Shinkurou as his client, and he becomes her protector and surrogate big brother.

Who is Ginko Murakami in Kure-nai?

Ginko Murakami is a female protagonist in Kure-nai who is Shinkurou's childhood friend and a police officer.

What is the role of Benika Juzawa in Kure-nai?

Benika Juzawa is a mediator and Shinkurou's boss in Kure-nai.

What is the name of the organization that Shinkurou works for in Kure-nai?

Shinkurou works for the Benika Mediation Firm in Kure-nai.

Who is Yamie in Kure-nai?

Yamie is a supporting character in Kure-nai who is a member of the Kuhouin family's security detail.

What is the significance of the butterfly in Kure-nai?

The butterfly is a recurring symbol in Kure-nai that represents Murasaki's transformation and growth throughout the series.

What is the name of the opening theme song in Kure-nai?

The opening theme song for Kure-nai is "Love Jump" by Minami Kuribayashi.

What is the name of the ending theme song in Kure-nai?

The ending theme song for Kure-nai is "Mikazuki" by Sayuri Yahagi.

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Also known as

  • Куренай (Ukraine)

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