Shiki

Shiki (2010)

EndedAnimation showAnime, Fantasy, Thriller, Mystery

Sotobamura is a small village with around 1300 inhabitants. It is a village which is connected to not even a single highway. An isolated village in which old customs, such as the burial of the dead, are still practiced. One day, the corpses of 3 persons are found. Although Ozaki Toshio, the village's lone doctor, feels uncertain, he treats the deaths as normal occurrences. However, in the days following, the villagers die one after the other. Is this mere coincidence, an epidemic, or something else entirely?

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 09:00 (20 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E22The Final Huntdéc. 30, 2010
S01E21Twenty-first Slaughterdéc. 23, 2010
S01E20Twentieth Mourningdéc. 16, 2010
S01E19Nineteenth Coffindéc. 9, 2010
S01E18Eighteenth Nightdéc. 2, 2010
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Shiki premiere?

Shiki premiered on July 8, 2010.

What is the basic plot of Shiki?

Shiki is about a village that is plagued by mysterious deaths, causing the villagers to investigate and uncover dark secrets.

Who are the main characters in Shiki?

The main characters include a doctor, a journalist, and a family of vampires.

Is Shiki based on a novel?

Yes, Shiki is based on a novel by Fuyumi Ono.

In what country was Shiki produced?

Shiki was produced in Japan.

Who directed Shiki?

Shiki was directed by Tetsuro Araki.

What is the meaning of the title 'Shiki'?

'Shiki' in Japanese means 'four seasons'.

How many episodes are in the first season of Shiki?

The first season of Shiki has 22 episodes.

What studio produced Shiki?

Shiki was produced by Studio Deen.

What is the genre of Shiki?

Shiki is a horror mystery anime.

Who voiced the character of Megumi Shimizu in Shiki?

Yukari Tamura voiced the character of Megumi Shimizu in Shiki.

Who composed the music for Shiki?

Shiki's music was composed by Yasuharu Takanashi.

What is the origin of the main antagonists in Shiki?

The main antagonists in Shiki are vampires.

What is the age rating of Shiki?

Shiki is rated TV-MA for mature audiences.

Was Shiki a commercial success?

Yes, Shiki was a commercial success in Japan.

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