Kintoki Sakata
main character
OVA
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- OVA
- Episodes
- 1
- Episode length
- 46 min
- Total watch time
- 46 minutes
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- December 19, 2001
- Season
- Fall 2001
- Source
- Original story
- Director
- Kanji Wakabayashi
- Music
- Yoshihiro Ike
- Age rating
- R — 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 48/100
Estimated watch time
0h 46m
⚡ 1 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Magic79%Historical79%Swordplay79%
overview details
Synopsis
This story takes place during the Heian Period of Japan`s history, when evil spirits still resided in the forests, mountains and rivers. A girl, accompanied by her loved one, battles against these evil spirits, while she is disguised as man. This brave woman, aka "Kaidomaru", with a Chinese character "Flame" tatooed on her upper arm, was one of the "Four Devas". Kaidomaru fights for the honor of her lost love, Raikou Minamotono, who had sacrified his life in order to protect the capital Kyoto, from the evils deeds of a "princess" cursed by a malicious ogre. The princess, whom Kaidomaru used to play with as a child, has now become her ultimate enemy. (Source: Production I.G.)
Should you watch KAI DOH MARU?
KAI DOH MARU has been poorly received, with an average AniList score of 48/100 — 8% of 603 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #18 most popular anime of 2001 on AniList.
Of the 966 AniList users who started it, 4.3% dropped it, so it is rarely abandoned; 848 have finished it.
At about 46 minutes in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Action, Fantasy — especially magic, historical, swordplay.
Where to Watch Officially
A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.
Main cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Kanji Wakabayashi
- Character design
- Shouu Tajima
- Music
- Yoshihiro Ike
Where it fits in the series
- Start here. KAI DOH MARU is the first entry in its story.
- Watch next: Otogi Zoshi: The Legend of Magatama (2004)
Related entries
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KAI DOH MARU FAQ
How many episodes does KAI DOH MARU have?
KAI DOH MARU has 1 episodes of about 46 minutes each, roughly 46 minutes in total.
Is KAI DOH MARU finished?
Yes. KAI DOH MARU has finished airing — the final episode aired December 19, 2001.
Is there a season 2 of KAI DOH MARU?
Yes — the story continues in Otogi Zoshi: The Legend of Magatama (2004).
Where do I start KAI DOH MARU?
Start here: KAI DOH MARU is the first entry, followed by Otogi Zoshi: The Legend of Magatama.
Is KAI DOH MARU based on a manga?
No. KAI DOH MARU is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.