Koutetsujou no Kabaneri


Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress

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Alternative Titles

Japanese: 甲鉄城のカバネリ
English: Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress
German: Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress
Spanish: Kabaneri de la Fortaleza de Hierro: La Batalla de Unato
French: Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress
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Information

Type: TV
Episodes: 12
Status: Finished Airing
Aired: Apr 8, 2016 to Jul 1, 2016
Premiered: Spring 2016
Broadcast: Fridays at 00:55 (JST)
Licensors: Funimation, Crunchyroll
Studios: Wit Studio
Source: Original
Genres: ActionAction, FantasyFantasy, HorrorHorror, SuspenseSuspense
Themes: GoreGore, HistoricalHistorical, SurvivalSurvival, Urban FantasyUrban Fantasy
Duration: 22 min. per ep.
Rating: R - 17+ (violence & profanity)

Statistics

Score: 7.271 (scored by 438478438,478 users)
1 indicates a weighted score.
Ranked: #28982
2 based on the top anime page. Please note that 'Not yet aired' and 'R18+' titles are excluded.
Popularity: #229
Members: 833,840
Favorites: 3,736

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Synopsis

The world is in the midst of the industrial revolution when horrific creatures emerge from a mysterious virus, ripping through the flesh of humans to sate their never-ending appetite. The only way to kill these beings, known as "Kabane," is by destroying their steel-coated hearts. However, if bitten by one of these monsters, the victim is doomed to a fate worse than death, as the fallen rise once more to join the ranks of their fellow undead.

Only the most fortified of civilizations have survived this turmoil, as is the case with the island of Hinomoto, where mankind has created a massive wall to protect themselves from the endless hordes of Kabane. The only way into these giant fortresses is via heavily-armored trains, which are serviced and built by young men such as Ikoma. Having created a deadly weapon that he believes will easily pierce through the hearts of Kabane, Ikoma eagerly awaits the day when he will be able to fight using his new invention. Little does he know, however, that his chance will come much sooner than he expected...

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Background

The series won the 2016 Newtype Anime Awards for Best TV Anime.

Characters & Voice Actors

Mumei

Main
Senbongi, Sayaka
Japanese

Ikoma

Main
Hatanaka, Tasuku
Japanese

Yukina

Supporting
Ise, Mariya
Japanese

Kurusu

Supporting
Masuda, Toshiki
Japanese

Suzuki

Supporting
Powers, Maxwell
Japanese

Yomogawa, Ayame

Supporting
Uchida, Maaya
Japanese

Amatori, Biba

Supporting
Miyano, Mamoru
Japanese

Sukari

Supporting
Oosaka, Ryouta
Japanese

Kajika

Supporting
Oki, Kanae
Japanese

Takumi

Supporting
Kaji, Yuuki
Japanese

Staff

Wada, Jouji
Producer, Executive Producer
Okada, Maiko
Producer
Araki, Tetsurou
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard
Mima, Masafumi
Sound Director


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Opening Theme

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"KABANERI OF THE IRON FORTRESS" by EGOIST (eps 2-12)
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Ending Theme

1: "KABANERI OF THE IRON FORTRESS" by EGOIST (eps 1)
2: "ninelie" by Aimer with chelly (EGOIST) (eps 2-10,12)
3: "Through My Blood <AM>" by Aimer (eps 11)

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Reviews

Jul 1, 2016
Why are people comparing this anime to shingeki no kyojin? I mean, this anime by itself is already very good. I dont really understand why people are starting to rate Koutetsujou no Kabaneri lower now that they've watched the last episode. Overall, the last episode wasnt even that bad. IN FACT, it kind of gives way to saying the the story isnt really finished yet, which then leads to a hint that there could even be a second season. If people want to rate this anime, they should at least try not to be as biased as possible. Anyways, Hiroyuki Sawano, as usual, created an ...
Jun 30, 2016
Mixed Feelings
Koutetsujou no Kabaneri (also known as Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress) is honestly one of those series that almost wants to make you rip your hair out. By first impressions, the show seemed to be on the right track. Dubbed by some as a generic clone of “Attack on Titan” or the next “big thing”, this series is one that is filled with controversy.

As an original anime by Wit Studio, Koutetsujou no Kabaneri seems to be inspired by a lot of generic concepts taken from the dark fantasy genre. These concepts ranges in variety from survival horror, revenge, tragic past, monster invasion, betrayal, experimentation, you ...
Jun 30, 2016
If you've spent enough time familiarizing yourself with the anime community, you'll come to realize that we're a demanding bunch. That should go without saying, given just how much anime tend to diverge from most mainstream trends. Because of this, we're always on the lookout for the next best thing. Constantly asking for something innovative. Captivating. Unique. Competent. Something to not only entertain but also to satisfy on some intellectual level. In a way, we're spoiled, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. We push for more because we've seen the medium deliver time and time again. Anime isn't afraid of addressing social taboos, nor ...

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