Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1
MUSHI-SHI The Next Passage
Mushishi Zoku Shou
Genres
- Adventure
- Mystery
- Slice of Life
- Supernatural
Tags
all 16- FantasyYoukai100
- OtherEnvironmental98
- OtherPhilosophy95
- TechnicalEpisodic95
- Slice of LifeIyashikei83
- SceneRural76
- Main CastMale Protagonist75
- OtherTravel73
- FantasyMythology70
- DemographicSeinen66
- FantasyExorcism60
- TraitsDemons60
- TimeHistorical55
- UniverseUrban Fantasy50
- Main CastPrimarily Adult Cast48
- TimeAnachronism40
Genres: Adventure, Mystery, Slice of Life, Supernatural. Tags: Youkai, Environmental, Philosophy, Episodic, Iyashikei, Rural, Male Protagonist, Travel, Mythology, Seinen, Exorcism, Demons.
#70
Ranked
#858
Popularity
1.6K
Favorites
64.6K
Members
#1
This Season
Rated TV
#16
This Season
Popular TV
#50
All Time
Rated TV
Episode Progress
Complete10 / 10 episodes aired
All 10 episodes available on Amazon, Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix
- Premiered
- Spring 2014
- Aired
- Apr 5, 2014 – Jun 21, 2014
- Broadcast
- Saturday · 00:00:00
- Duration
- 24 min
- Time to Complete
- 4h
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- Artland
Alternative Titles
ja蟲師 続章
en-x-romajiMushishi Zoku Shou
frMushishi Zoku Shô
enMushishi: The Next Chapter
enMushi-shi Zoku Shou
deMushi-Shi -The Next Passage-
enMUSHI-SHI The Next Passage
enMushishi Zokushou
Synopsis
Perceived as strange and feared by man, over time the misshapen ones came to be known as Mushi. Although they harbor no ill intentions towards humans, many suffer from the side effects of their existence and strange nature; exploiting the Mushi without understanding them, even unintentionally, can lead to disaster and strife for any involved. Mushishi Zoku Shou continues the story of Mushishi Ginko on his journey to help the visible world to coexist with the Mushi. During his travels, Ginko discovers various gifted individuals—those cursed by circumstance and those maintaining a fragile symbiosis with the Mushi—inevitably confronting the question of whether humanity, talented and tortured alike, can manage the responsibility of the unseen. Moreover, as a Mushishi, Ginko must learn more about these strange beings and decide if he has the right to interfere with the complex relationships between Mushi and mankind. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Synopsis
Perceived as strange and feared by man, over time the misshapen ones came to be known as Mushi. Although they harbor no ill intentions towards humans, many suffer from the side effects of their existence and strange nature; exploiting the Mushi without understanding them, even unintentionally, can lead to disaster and strife for any involved. Mushishi Zoku Shou continues the story of Mushishi Gink
Perceived as strange and feared by man, over time the misshapen ones came to be known as Mushi. Although they harbor no ill intentions towards humans, many suffer from the side effects of their existence and strange nature; exploiting the Mushi without understanding them, even unintentionally, can lead to disaster and strife for any involved. Mushishi Zoku Shou continues the story of Mushishi Ginko on his journey to help the visible world to coexist with the Mushi.
During his travels, Ginko discovers various gifted individuals—those cursed by circumstance and those maintaining a fragile symbiosis with the Mushi—inevitably confronting the question of whether humanity, talented and tortured alike, can manage the responsibility of the unseen. Moreover, as a Mushishi, Ginko must learn more about these strange beings and decide if he has the right to interfere with the complex relationships between Mushi and mankind.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Perceived as strange and feared by man, over time the misshapen ones came to be known as Mushi. Although they harbor no ill intentions towards humans, many suffer from the side effects of their existence and strange nature; exploiting the Mushi without understanding them, even unintentionally, can lead to disaster and strife for any involved. Mushishi Zoku Shou continues the story of Mushishi Gink
Perceived as strange and feared by man, over time the misshapen ones came to be known as Mushi. Although they harbor no ill intentions towards humans, many suffer from the side effects of their existence and strange nature; exploiting the Mushi without understanding them, even unintentionally, can lead to disaster and strife for any involved. Mushishi Zoku Shou continues the story of Mushishi Ginko on his journey to help the visible world to coexist with the Mushi. During his travels, Ginko discovers various gifted individuals—those cursed by circumstance and those maintaining a fragile symbiosis with the Mushi—inevitably confronting the question of whether humanity, talented and tortured alike, can manage the responsibility of the unseen. Moreover, as a Mushishi, Ginko must learn more about these strange beings and decide if he has the right to interfere with the complex relationships between Mushi and mankind. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Franchise Timeline
Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1 is entry 3 of 6 in the Mushi-Shi watch order, continuing the story after Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the Sun.
Essential·Core entries only — skip filler and side content
- Mushi-ShiSeason 12005
- Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the SunSeason 22014
- Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1Season 32014
- Mushi-shi Path of ThornsSeason 42014
- Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 2Season 52014
- Mushi-Shi: The Next Chapter - Drops of BellsMain Story #6 (MOVIE)2015
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
- Mushi-Shi2005
- Mushishi RecapOptional TV2006
Platform Scores
MAL
8.69
AniList
86 / 100
Kitsu
82 / 100
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10 recommendations
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes are in Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1?
Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1 consists of 10 episodes. Each episode has a runtime of approximately 24 minutes.
Is Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1 finished?
Yes, Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1 is a completed series that originally aired in the spring of 2014.
Where can I watch Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1?
You can stream the series through several official platforms, including Amazon, Crunchyroll, and Hulu.
What is Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1 about?
The series follows the journey of Ginko, a man dedicated to helping humans coexist with mysterious creatures known as Mushi. It explores themes of supernatural mystery and slice-of-life through Ginko's encounters with individuals affected by these strange entities.
Do I need to watch other Mushi-shi entries before this one?
Yes, Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1 is the third entry in the franchise. You should watch the prequel Mushi-Shi and the special Mushi-shi: The Shadow that Devours the Sun first to understand the story's context.
Who is the creative team behind Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1?
The series was produced by studio Artland and directed by Nagahama, Hiroshi. It also features notable contributions from staff members such as Masuda, Toshio, Umakoshi, Yoshihiko, and original creator Urushibara, Yuki.
Why is Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1 so highly rated?
The series holds an impressive score of 8.69/10, largely due to its unique atmosphere and its status as a quintessential Iyashikei, or healing, anime. Its thoughtful exploration of the relationship between humanity and the natural world has made it a standout title in the supernatural genre.
What anime is similar to Mushi-shi: Next Passage Part 1?
If you enjoyed this series, you might want to watch Natsume's Book of Friends Season 2, Mononoke, Kino's Journey, or Dororo. These titles share similar supernatural, adventure, or episodic storytelling elements.
Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Country
- Japan
- Premiered
- Spring 2014
- Aired
- Apr 5, 2014 – Jun 21, 2014
- Broadcast
- Saturday · 00:00:00
- Episodes
- 10 / 10
- Duration
- 24 min
- Time to Complete
- 4h
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- Artland
Alternative Titles
ja蟲師 続章
en-x-romajiMushishi Zoku Shou
frMushishi Zoku Shô
enMushishi: The Next Chapter
enMushi-shi Zoku Shou
deMushi-Shi -The Next Passage-
enMUSHI-SHI The Next Passage
enMushishi Zokushou
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