Gegege no Kitarou (2007) Episode 46: Banquet of the Snake Woman, Gorgon

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A sharp tonal pivot into darker territory, this episode pits Kitarō against the Western yōkai Gorgon in one of the series' more horror-forward outings. Expect a suspenseful, briskly paced confrontation built around the mythological terror of petrification. The atmosphere leans heavily into dread and mystery, with the threat feeling genuinely dangerous rather than played for laughs. Kitarō, Nezumi-Otoko, and Neko-Musume all feature prominently, each contributing to the strategic effort of countering Gorgon's lethal abilities. The episode's strength lies in its tension, it sustains an uneasy mood throughout and delivers the kind of supernatural showdown that rewards viewers who enjoy the series at its most intense. If you've been coasting through lighter episodes, this one demands your attention and reminds you what the show does best when it commits to horror.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceLOW

Air DateFeb 24, 2008

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