Gegege no Kitarou (2007) Episode 8: An Old Adversary! Nurarihyon

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Episode Context

Kitarō squares off against one of yōkai folklore's most iconic tricksters: Nurarihyon, the so-called Supreme Commander of all yōkai. The title flags him as an old adversary, which immediately raises the stakes beyond a typical monster-of-the-week encounter. Expect a battle defined more by cunning and deception than raw power. Nurarihyon's entire reputation rests on manipulation and slipping past defenses unnoticed. The episode leans into the series' suspense and horror roots while maintaining the comedic undertone that Medama-Oyaji reliably provides. Tonally, this is a sharper, more tension-driven installment that tests Kitarō's resolve and tactical thinking rather than just his supernatural abilities. For fans of classic yōkai rivalries, this is the kind of confrontation the 2007 series handles with real weight, making it a strong early-season highlight.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateMay 20, 2007

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