Gegege no Kitarou (2007) Episode 97: Shock!! Kitarou Becomes a Cat!

Canon/MED

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Three episodes from the finish line, Gegege no Kitarou delivers a comedic curveball with a transformation-driven premise that leans heavily into the series' playful side. Kitarō's encounter with cat yōkai, Neko-Mata, Nora, and Neko-Shō, brings fresh supernatural energy and a strong identity-crisis hook that balances humor with genuine tension. Expect the usual dynamic between Kitarō, Medama-Oyaji, Neko-Musume, and Nezumi-Otoko, but with a twist that reshuffles their interactions in entertaining ways. The episode oscillates between lighthearted absurdity and suspenseful moments typical of the series' horror roots, never staying too dark or too silly for long. Pacing keeps things brisk, and the new yōkai additions inject variety into the late-season roster. A standalone-feeling adventure that still carries the spirit of the show's final stretch.

Runtime23 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateMar 1, 2009

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