Hanamonogatari

Shaft
20145 episodes24 min per episode
DramaMysteryPsychologicalSupernatural

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Synopsis

Second season of the Monogatari Series, part 2/2. Contains the arc Suruga Devil from the Hanamonogatari light novel. Now that Koyomi Araragi and Hitagi Senjougahara have graduated, few familiar faces remain at Naoetsu Private High School. One of them is Suruga Kanbaru, holder of the Monkey's Paw. When she begins to hear talk of a mysterious being known as the "Devil," who will magically solve any problem, she immediately thinks these rumors are about her and decides to investigate. Kanbaru discovers the Devil is actually Rouka Numachi, a former rival who provides free advice to those who seek her out now that she can no longer play basketball due to a leg injury. As a collector of misfortune, Numachi enjoys relieving her clients' stress by giving them false hope. Though Kanbaru sees no real harm being done, she reprimands Rouka for lying and heads home, relieved she is not the cause of the rumors. But the next morning, when she finds that her left hand has reverted back to its original form, she may have a reason to worry after all.

Studios

ShaftAniplexKodansha
Themes and moodShow

This anime delves into the complexities of personal identity and relationships through the lens of psychological and supernatural elements. It uniquely explores themes of desire and the consequences of ambition, particularly through the struggles of its main character as she navigates her own vulnerabilities and the influences of others. The narrative emphasizes emotional depth, making it resonate with viewers who appreciate character-driven stories and psychological intricacies.

Themes

  • •the search for identity in a fractured world
  • •the consequences of desire and ambition
  • •the impact of past trauma on present choices
  • •illusion versus reality in personal relationships
  • •the burden of unfulfilled expectations

Mood

emotional

Era

modern

Hanamonogatari (2014) · Achriom