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- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 10
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 4 hours
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- April 5, 2014 – June 21, 2014
- Season
- Spring 2014
- Source
- Manga
- Studio
- Artland
- Director
- Hiroshi Nagahama
- Original creator
- Yuki Urushibara
- Music
- Toshio Masuda
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 86/100
Estimated watch time
4h
⚡ 2 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Youkai100%Environmental98%Episodic95%Philosophy95%Iyashikei83%Rural76%Male Protagonist75%Travel73%Mythology70%Seinen66%
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MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage
蟲師 続章• Mushishi Zoku Shou
Synopsis
They existed long before anyone can remember. They are simple and strange in nature, not resembling any other plant or animal in this world. In ancient times, people revered these bizarre creatures and called them "Mushi." People once again began to believe in the existence of these "Mushi" when they began affecting their lives in inexplicable ways. The one who connects the world of "Mushi" to the world of humans—they were called the "Mushi-shi." All life exists not to hinder others in this world. They are simply there to live as they were meant to. (Source: Aniplex of America)
Should you watch MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage?
MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage has been exceptionally well received, with an average AniList score of 86/100 — 87% of 22,583 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #59 highest-rated anime of all time, and #3 highest-rated anime of 2014, and #53 most popular anime of 2014 on AniList.
Of the 35.9K AniList users who started it, 1.7% dropped it, so it is very rarely abandoned; 31.4K have finished it.
At about 4 hours in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery — especially youkai, environmental, episodic, philosophy.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
10 episodes are listed.
Trailer
Watch on YouTubeMain cast & voice actors
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Yuki Urushibara
- Director
- Hiroshi Nagahama
- Series composition
- Hiroshi Nagahama
- Character design
- Yoshihiko Umakoshi
- Music
- Toshio Masuda
Where it fits in the series
- Watch first: MUSHI-SHI OVA (2014)
- Watch next: MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage Special - Path of Thorns (2014)
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“Shiver”
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage FAQ
How many episodes does MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage have?
MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage has 10 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 4 hours in total.
How long does it take to watch MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage?
About 4 hours back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 5 days; at one hour a day, about 4 days.
Is MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage finished?
Yes. MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage has finished airing — the final episode aired June 21, 2014.
Is there a season 2 of MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage?
Yes — the story continues in MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage Special - Path of Thorns (2014).
What should I watch before MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage?
Watch MUSHI-SHI OVA first — MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage is a direct sequel.
Is MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage based on a manga?
Yes. MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage adapts the manga by Yuki Urushibara.
Who animated MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage?
MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage was animated by Artland and directed by Hiroshi Nagahama.
Who sings the opening of MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage?
The opening, "Shiver", is performed by an uncredited artist.
Where can I watch MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage?
MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage is listed on Crunchyroll. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.