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Format
TV series
Episodes
55
Episode length
24 min
Total watch time
22 hours
Status
Finished
Aired
January 14, 1995 – February 24, 1996
Season
Winter 1995
Source
Manga
Director
Noriyuki Abe
Original creator
Kouji Kiriyama
Music
Yuusuke Honma
Age rating
PG — Teens 13 or older
Country
Japan
AniList score
65/100
Estimated watch time
22h
⚡ 11 days at 5 eps/day

Tags & Tropes

Shounen79%Martial Arts79%Ninja79%Super Power79%Military60%War20%
TVFINISHED1995 WINTER6.5 / 10 AniList score

NINKŪ

NINKU -忍空-• NINKU
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Synopsis

In the war, a group of warriors called Ninku fought against the Imperial Army and almost annihilated it. But in the end, the Ninku lost and got shattered. After the war, the imperial army established themselves as the defender of the people with the help of propaganda. They also managed to get the people to think the Ninku were the villains and had started the war. Fusuke looks like a child but he is the former captain of the first Ninku division. His mother was taken during the war and after the Ninku were defeated, he goes on a journey to find her. On his journey he meets Aicho and Touji, both also former Ninku captains, and together they fight against the imperial army that tries to kill the last remaining Ninkus. The ninku is a clan of extinct ninjas who command esoteric and powerful techniques, hence a lot of other groups are constantly trying to steal their techniques to take over the country. Their primary target is Fusuke, a weird looking kid but one of the most powerful Ninku ninja. Fusuke, together with other Ninku ninja with different specialties must fight those threat that caused the downfall of the Ninku clan. (Source: Anime News Network)

Should you watch NINKŪ?

NINKŪ has been met with mixed reactions, with an average AniList score of 65/100 — 36% of 414 ratings are 8/10 or higher.

It ranks #24 highest-rated anime of 1995, and #18 most popular anime of 1995 on AniList.

Of the 1K AniList users who started it, 11.8% dropped it, so it is dropped more often than most; 498 have finished it.

At roughly 22 hours in total, it is a long commitment — about 4 weeks at an hour a day.

Best for viewers who enjoy Adventure — especially shounen, martial arts, ninja, super power.

Where to Watch Officially

Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.

Episodes

55 episodes are listed.

Main cast & voice actors

Creators & key staff

Original creator
Kouji Kiriyama
Director
Noriyuki Abe
Series composition
Hiroshi Hashimoto
Character design
Tetsuya Nishio
Character design
Mari Kitayama

Where it fits in the series

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Opening & ending themes

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NINKŪ FAQ

How many episodes does NINKŪ have?

NINKŪ has 55 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 22 hours in total.

How long does it take to watch NINKŪ?

About 22 hours back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 28 days; at one hour a day, about 22 days.

Is NINKŪ finished?

Yes. NINKŪ has finished airing — the final episode aired February 24, 1996.

Is there a season 2 of NINKŪ?

No sequel is listed for NINKŪ as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.

Is NINKŪ based on a manga?

Yes. NINKŪ adapts the manga by Kouji Kiriyama.

Who animated NINKŪ?

NINKŪ was animated by Studio Pierrot and directed by Noriyuki Abe.

Who sings the opening of NINKŪ?

The opening, "Kagayaki wa Kimi no Naka ni", is performed by an uncredited artist.

Where can I watch NINKŪ?

NINKŪ is listed on YouTube. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.