Cackling Kitarou_
Original: ゲゲゲの鬼太郎
Kitarou, a ghost, spends his afterlife helping humans in need of his skills by thwarting the plans of evil spirits who live to torment humanity. A manga series created in 1959 by manga artist Shigeru Mizuki, Cackling Kitarou is best known for its popularization of the folklore creatures known as yōkai, a class of spirit-monster to which all of the main characters belong. It has been adapted for the screen several times, as anime, live action and video games. A new anime series has been made every decade since 1968. The title of the original story is Hakaba no Kitarō, literally meaning "Kitarō Graveyard". This story was an early 20th-century Japanese folk tale performed on kamishibai. The name "Ge Ge Ge..." was applied to Mizuki's particular telling of the Kitarō story when a Toei Animation series based on the characters of his comic was created. In January, 2008, the original comic was finally adapted into an animated series, running in Fuji TV's noitaminA slot.
Created By
Shigeru Mizuki
Network
Fuji TV
Episodes
114
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Cackling Kitarou has 1 season with 114 episodes spanning 1996-1998.
Isamu Tanonaka →
Rating
With a 8.0/10 rating from 2 votes, Cackling Kitarou is considered highly rated.
Year context
Cackling Kitarou first aired 30 years ago in 1996.
SEASONS (1 season, 114 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Episode 1
02
Episode 2
03
Episode 3
04
Episode 4
05
Episode 5
06
Episode 6
07
Episode 7
08
Episode 8
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Episode 10
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16
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Episode 17
18
Episode 18
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Episode 19
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Episode 20
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Episode 22
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Episode 23
24
Episode 24
25
Episode 25
26
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27
Episode 27
28
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Episode 29
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Episode 30
31
Episode 31
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Episode 32
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Episode 33
34
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Episode 35
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Episode 36
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Episode 37
38
Episode 38
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Episode 39
40
Episode 40
41
Episode 41
42
Episode 42
43
Episode 43
44
Episode 44
45
Episode 45
46
Episode 46
47
Episode 47
48
King Enma and the Rat Girl
49
Episode 49
50
Blown-away Granny of the Amusement Park!
51
Snow! Hidden Treasure
52
The Koma Ghost, Amamehagi!
53
Travel to the Cemetrary, the Ghost Train
54
Zashikiwarashi and Youkaigoshin!
55
Change in the Water! Ghost of the Water Tiger
56
The Freezer Ghost, Yukinko!
57
The Vampire Elite!
58
Episode 58
59
Obariyon, the Ghost!
60
Nuraruhyon's Conspiracy
61
Be Careful of the Ghost Well
62
Mystery! Cat's Highway
63
Ghost Hotel
64
Fierce Battle! Larry the Ghost
65
Wonder! The Mammoth Flower
66
Circumstances! The Demon Castle (Part 1)
67
Circumstances! The Demon Castle (Part 2)
68
Legend of the Sea! The Ghost of the Beach Lady
69
Devil Bel and the Kettle
70
Strange Sightings! Guwagoze, the Ghost
71
Obebe, Ghost of the Swamp
72
Appear! The Heavenly Fox's Underground Kingdom
73
Blast! The Angry Earth, Korobi
74
The Serpent God, Yamatano Orochi!
75
Withcraft! The Mirror Battle!
76
The Scorching Demon! God of the Light
77
The Sea-Monk and the Ghost Ship!
78
Nurarihyon and the Snake-Bone Granny
79
Invasion of the Chinese Ghost (Part 1)
80
Invasion of the Chinese Ghost (Part 2)
81
Parenting Ghost! Ubume
82
Ancient Ghost, Ookubi!
83
Geta Battle! The Spiritual Opposing Pillar
84
Strange! The Human-Eating Portrait
85
The Magical Boundary, Mountain of the Earth Spider
86
The Deadly Use, Mouryuu
87
The Mysterious Warehouse
88
Trap of the Ghost Sack
89
Hell of the Hairs! Rakushasa
90
Ghost of the Pass, Buruburu
91
Mystery in the Night! Ghost of the Hundred-Ghost Night Travel
92
Hundred-Eyes and Nurarihyon
93
Ghost from the Moon, Katsuru-otoko!
94
Kitaro's Fish and the Moat
95
Thief with Demon Powers, Kamanari!
96
Demon King, Nurarihyon
97
Chase! The Four Western Demon Kings
98
Ordeal, Road to the Demon's Castle
99
Duel! The Demon King vs Kitaro
100
Invitation in the Dark, the Ghastly Shadow Woman
101
Terror! The Island of the Vampires
102
Labyrinth, Kingdom of the Demon, Damaru
103
Nightmare! Hell for the Demons
104
The Mountain God, Entrance to the Hole
105
Immortal! Shou, the Cat
106
Nightmare! Hell for the Demons
107
The Mountain God, Entrance to the Hole
108
Immortal! Shou, the Cat
109
Mystery of the Snoe Mountain
110
Rebellion of the 808 Raccons (Part 1)
111
Rebellion of the 808 Raccons (Part 2)
112
Snipping of the Demon's Hair and Black Hair
113
Kitaro against The Three Assassins
114
Desperation! The Death-god's Trap
SERIES INFO
1
Seasons
114
Episodes
30 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Shigeru Mizuki
NETWORKS (1)
Fuji TV
DETAILS
First Aired
Last Aired
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
114
Episode Length
30 min/ep
Language
Japanese
Country
Rating
8.0/10 (2 votes)
Popularity
6
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Cackling Kitarou about?
Kitarou, a ghost, spends his afterlife helping humans in need of his skills by thwarting the plans of evil spirits who live to torment humanity.
A manga series created in 1959 by manga artist Shigeru Mizuki, Cackling Kitarou is best known for its popularization of the folklore creatures known as yōkai, a class of spirit-monster to which all of the main characters belong. It has been adapted for the screen several times, as anime, live action and video games. A new anime series has been made every decade since 1968.
The title of the original story is Hakaba no Kitarō, literally meaning "Kitarō Graveyard". This story was an early 20th-century Japanese folk tale performed on kamishibai. The name "Ge Ge Ge..." was applied to Mizuki's particular telling of the Kitarō story when a Toei Animation series based on the characters of his comic was created. In January, 2008, the original comic was finally adapted into an animated series, running in Fuji TV's noitaminA slot.
Where can I watch Cackling Kitarou?
Cackling Kitarou is available on Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Cackling Kitarou have?
Cackling Kitarou has 1 season with 114 episodes total.
Who created Cackling Kitarou?
Cackling Kitarou was created by Shigeru Mizuki.
Who stars in Cackling Kitarou?
The cast of Cackling Kitarou includes Isamu Tanonaka, Keiko Yamamoto.
What is the rating of Cackling Kitarou?
Cackling Kitarou has a rating of 8.0 out of 10 based on 2 votes on TMDB.
Is Cackling Kitarou still running?
Cackling Kitarou has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (3)
Animation
Comedy
Sci-Fi & Fantasy