Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls
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Format
TV series
Episodes
24
Episode length
23 min
Total watch time
9 h 12 min
Status
Finished
Aired
January 9, 2018 – June 19, 2018
Season
Winter 2018
Source
Other source
Original creator
Fuutarou Yamada
Music
Gou Sakabe
Age rating
R — Violence, Profanity
Country
Japan
AniList score
53/100
Also known as
Basilisk: Ouka Ninpou Chou
Score across sites
5.68/10
Estimated watch time
9h 12m
⚡ 5 days at 5 eps/day

Tags & Tropes

Ninja79%Super Power40%Historical20%Ensemble Cast20%Martial Arts20%
TVFINISHED2018 WINTER5.3 / 10 AniList score

Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls

バジリスク ~桜花忍法帖~• Basilisk: Ouka Ninpouchou
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Synopsis

The battle for succession that continued for three generations of shogun in the Keichou era culminated in a gruesome battle of ninja arts between the Kouga and Iga clans. Amidst a rain of flower petals, a man and woman who had decided to live for love were separated once again, beautiful in their transience. However, it is said that by the hand of Hattori Hanzo's adopted son, Kyouhachirou, these two flower petals, whether temporarily or permanently, were given life again and left two mementos behind. These children, born with a destiny of their own, were called Kouga Hachirou and Iga Hibiki. The former had eyes like his father's, and the latter had eyes like her mother's. It is now the Kan'ei era, and the land is at peace. As ninjas begin to disappear into the shadows after being deemed unnecessary, The Kouga and Iga clans ask a favor of Hachirou and Hibiki in hopes of reinforcing their foundations. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Main cast & voice actors

Should you watch Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls?

Only if you enjoy action, drama and fantasy, especially stories with ninja.

Reception is lukewarm: 53/100 on AniList, with 17% of 2.2K ratings at 8/10 or higher.

22.8% of viewers drop it before the end, more than most, so give it a few episodes to see if it clicks.

Watch Basilisk first: this continues its story.

At about 9 h 12 min in total, plan on one to two weeks at a couple of episodes a day.

Where to Watch Officially

A streaming link is not listed for this title yet.

Episodes

24 episodes are listed.

Creators & key staff

Original creator
Fuutarou Yamada
Series composition
Shinsuke Oonishi
Character design
Takao Maki

Where it fits in the series

Full franchise watch order

Opening & ending themes

Openings (1)

  1. OP1“Ouka Ninpouchou”

Endings (2)

  1. ED1“HOT BLOOD” by Nana Mizuki · eps 1, 3-4
  2. ED2“Suiren” by Nana Mizuki · eps 2, 5

Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.

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Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls FAQ

How many episodes does Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls have?

Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls has 24 episodes of about 23 minutes each, roughly 9 h 12 min in total.

How long does it take to watch Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls?

About 9 h 12 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 12 days; at one hour a day, about 10 days.

Is Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls finished?

Yes. Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls has finished airing — the final episode aired June 19, 2018.

Is there a season 2 of Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls?

No sequel is listed for Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls as of October 2026.

What should I watch before Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls?

Watch Basilisk first — Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls is a direct sequel.

Is Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls based on a other source?

Yes. Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls adapts the other source by Fuutarou Yamada.

Who animated Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls?

Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls was animated by Seven Arcs Pictures and directed by Junji Nishimura.

Who sings the opening of Basilisk: The Ouka Ninja Scrolls?

The opening, "Ouka Ninpouchou", is performed by an uncredited artist.