Hanamonogatari

A step-by-step guide to watching the entire Monogatari Series released so far, in as close to chronological order as possible.

I numbered the steps 1-30 on what order to watch the episodes in, as well as wrote the name of the arc next to the episode numbers.

Please note the following,

The series employs multiple framing devices such as flashbacks, narration, or characters telling other characters about the past. This guide is ordered by the sequence of events being framed, and not by the frames themselves.

I made note of the framing devices I found notable, however, some I willfully ignored, and others I'm sure I just missed.

Also at one point two arcs occur simultaneously, and I made note of that as well. I tried to order that part in the least confusing way possible.

The series is very clearly not intended to be watched this way. In order to watch in chronological order, you need to start in the middle of some seasons and jump back and forth between others.

Controversially, having watched the series in both broadcast and chronological order, I think this is the best order to enjoy the series in. Most detractors say that the chronological order takes away from the meta mystery, however, those elements are being artificially created, and not much is lost by their removal. I feel chronological order allows for a better appreciation of the story, characters, and foreshadowing.
There is no denying that the broadcast order is a lot more convenient to watch though.

Sexually-Charged Series with coming of age elements, dirty jokes, bizarre chronology, ecchi and skillfully dramatics when it has to be.

a small collection of notable vampire animated series worth experiencing

A compilation of anime that began airing during the month of August.


The month is most notable for a number of successful films, such as Your Name, Summer Wars, Redline, Castle in the sky and the conclusion of the Fate/Stay Night Heaven's Feel movie trilogy.

See Also:

January: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15005
February: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15006
March: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15017
April: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15029
May: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15033
June: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15041
July: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15044
September: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15053
October: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15101
November: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15102
December: https://myanimelist.net/stacks/15104

Pretty much a non Yuri/Girls Love Anime that has a yuri in it (Yuri Bait)

Collection of prominent Detective and Mystery orientated series which sometimes involve various spiritual entities

For those who listen to Radiohead, math rock, mid-west emo, or all of the above.

Without a doubt, there are more shows in this "genre," but this is all I can recall at the moment. Feel free to comment on any additions to my profile.

Monogatari series (chronological order)
- Kizumonogatari 1,2,3
- Nekomonogatari : Kuro
- Bakemonogatari
- Nisemonogatari
- Monogatari series 2nd season (nekomonogatari (Shiro), Kabukimonogatari, otorimonogatari, Onimonogatari, dan koimonogatari)
- Tsukimonogatari
- Owarimonogatari S1
- Koyomimonogatari
- Owarimonogatari S2
- Zoku owarimonogatari
- Hanamonogatari

(Shaft studio order)
- Bakemonogatari
- Nisemonogatari
- Nekomonogatari : Kuro
- Monogatari series 2nd season (nekomonogatari (Shiro), Kabukimonogatari, otorimonogatari, Onimonogatari, dan koimonogatari)
- Hanamonogatari
- Tsukimonogatari
- Owarimonogatari 1
- Koyomimonogatari
- Kizumonogatari 1,2,3
- Owarimonogatari 2
- Zoku Owarimonogatari

(Novel order, NisiOisiN/author order)
- Bakemonogatari
- Kizumonogatari 1,2,3
- Nisemonogatari
- Nekomonogatari : Kuro
- Nekomonogatari : Shiro (Tsubasa Tiger arc)
- Kabukimonogatari (Mayoi Jiangshi arc)
- Hanamonogatari
- Otorimonogatari (Nadeko Medusa arc)
- Onimonogatari (Shinobu Time arc)
- Koimonogatari (Hitagi End arc)
- Tsukimonogatari
- Koyomimonogatari
- Owarimonogatari 1,2
- Zoku Owarimonogatari
- Orokamonogatari (2024)
- Wazamonogatari (2024)
- Nademonogatari (2024)
- Musubimonogatari (2024)
- Shinobumonogatari (2024)
- Yoimonogatari (2024)
- Amarimonogatari (2024)
- Ougimonogatari (2024)
- Shinomonogatari (2024)
- Ikusamonogatari (TBA)

Monogatari season 2
-Tsubasa Tiger : eps 1-5
-Mayoi Jiangshi : eps 7-10
-Nadeko Medusa : eps 12-15
-Shinobu Time : eps 17-20
-Hitagi End : eps 21-26
-Eps 6,11,16 : recap (u can skip these episodes)

UPDATE!!!
The adaptations of off season and monster season have officially announced.

Recommended order= Novel order

Here is the list of the series. (This list below is not arranged by the order).

Chronological Order:
Prequel Movies: (3 Movies)
Kizumonogatari I: Tekketsu-hen (Movie 1)
Kizumonogatari II: Nekketsu-hen (Movie 2)
Kizumonogatari III: Reiketsu-hen (Movie 3)

Season 1: (30 Episodes)
Nekomonogatari: Kuro (4)
Bakemonogatari (15)
Nisemonogatari (11)

Season 2: (31 Episodes)
Monogatari Series: Second Season (26) [Has 3 recap episodes]
Hanamonogatari (5)

Season 3: (41 Episodes)
Tsukimonogatari (4)
Owarimonogatari (12) [Episode 1 is 2 episodes long]
Koyomimonogatari (12) [Short episodes]
Owarimonogatari 2nd Season (7)
Zoku Owarimonogatari (6)

Total Episode Count: 102 Episodes

These are animes about 50 episodes or above only not below that.

This will be in book order, making it the easiest order for new viewers to follow along to. Like bunny girl senpai, the series has muli episode arcs focusing on different characters and their weird problem, that has deep meaning behind it. I will put what arcs each series covers.

Shows that have seiyuus that sing the OPs/EDs/Inserts in the anime that they are voice acting in.
The names that goes first is the seiyuu, the names in parentheses is the seiyuus' characters
This only counts full-length songs

A helpful guide to newcomers. Enjoy yourself in probably one of the best dialogue and immersive shows.

Chronological Order:

First Season: (30 Episodes & 3 Movies).
Bakemonogatari (15)
Kizumonogatari (3 movies)
Nisemonogatari (11)
Nekomonogatari: Kuro (4)

Second Season: (31 Episode & 3 Recap Episodes).
Monogatari Series: Second Season (1-11)
Hanamonogatari (5)
Monogatari Series: Second Season (12-26)

Third / Final Season: (42 episodes).
Tsukimonogatari (4)
Owarimonogatari (13)
Koyomimonogatari (12)
Owarimonogatari 2nd Season (7)
Zoku Owarimonogatari (6)

Off Season: (? episodes).
Orokamonogatari (?)
Wazamonogatari (?)
Nademonogatari (?)
Musubimonogatari (?)

Monster Season: (? episodes).
Shinobumonogatari (?)
Yoimonogatari (?)
Amarimonogatari (?)
Ougimonogatari (?)
Shinobumonogatari (?)

Total Episode Count: 109. (Plus Movies and Recaps episodes).

(P.S - Recap episodes are entirely skippable.)

This is the correct/most logical order I personally think the Monogatari Series goes.

It's the SHAFT release order but Kizumonogatari comes after Bakemonogatari as it was unintentionally delayed.

Don't do anything crazy like watching Hana in the middle of Second Season.

Koyomi Vamp is a compilation movie with very few additional scenes and a lot of removed scenes, it's optional.

When it comes to enjoying the Monogatari Series, there are various perspectives on how best to approach the viewing experience.
Different individuals have their own beliefs on the ideal order in which to watch the series.

• Some suggest watching it in Studio Shaft's intended order, as they may have structured the animation in a specific way.
• Others advocate for following the light novel order, as this is how the author intended the story to be told.
• Additionally, some viewers prefer to watch the series in chronological order to better understand the timeline of events.
• While others create their very own watch order.

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Here is a guide to help you choose the best order to watch the Monogatari Series:

1. Studio Shaft's Order / Anime Release Order: It is advised to avoid watching the series in Studio Shaft's order as this order may not provide the intended viewing experience as some shows were delayed in release, potentially leading to confusion and spoilers that could impact your enjoyment of the series..

2. Light Novel Order: Watching the series in the order of the light novels will provide you with the intended experience and excitement as envisioned by the author. This approach allows viewers to immerse themselves in the story as intended by the creator.

3. Chronological Order: While watching the series in chronological order may help in understanding the timeline of events and character development, it may diminish the unique storytelling and enjoyment that comes from experiencing the series in its original format & the element of discovery and piecing together the narrative across different timelines can add to the overall viewing experience will also be missing.

4. Personal Order: While some viewers may have their own preferred watch order, it is important to note that these orders may not be suitable for beginners and could potentially impact their understanding and enjoyment of the series.

Ultimately, the choice of watch order is up to you.
But for beginners, it is highly recommended to watch the Monogatari Series in the order of the light novels for the best viewing experience.

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The below list is arranged in their Light Novel Order.

But if you want to watch in Chronological Order then follow the link below:
https://i.imgur.com/VIPFLpT.png
It will give you a image of complete chronological order up to date.

& For Studio Shaft's Order / Anime Release Order, below each entry you will see, there will be " `nth` adaptation of the Monogatari series.." to give you their release orders.

Resources:
• https://myanimelist.net/forum/?topicid=1864606 by _cjessop19_
• https://myanimelist.net/stacks/37996 by Sabo-Senpai