Aoi Bungaku Series

Aoi Bungaku Series (2009)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Anime, Horror

The series consists of adaptations of six modern classics of Japanese literature: Osamu Dazai's No Longer Human (Ningen Shikkaku) & Run, Melos! (Hashire, Melos!), Natsume Soseki's Kokoro, Ryunosuke Akutagawa's Hell Screen (Jigoku Hen) & The Spider's Thread (Kumo no Ito), and Ango Sakaguchi's In the Forest, Under Cherries in Full Bloom (Sakura no Mori no Mankai no Shita).

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Scheduleevery Sunday (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12Hell Screendéc. 26, 2009
S01E11The Spider's Threaddéc. 19, 2009
S01E10Run, Melos! - Chapter 2déc. 12, 2009
S01E09Run, Melos! - Chapter 1déc. 5, 2009
S01E08Kokoro - Chapter 2nov. 28, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When was the premiere of Aoi Bungaku Series?

The premiere of Aoi Bungaku Series was on October 10, 2009.

What genre does Aoi Bungaku Series belong to?

Aoi Bungaku Series belongs to the drama and psychological genres.

How many stories are there in Aoi Bungaku Series?

There are a total of six stories in Aoi Bungaku Series.

Are the stories in Aoi Bungaku Series interconnected?

No, each story in Aoi Bungaku Series is standalone and unrelated to the others.

Is Aoi Bungaku Series based on any literary works?

Yes, each story in Aoi Bungaku Series is based on a classic Japanese literary work.

Who is the director of Aoi Bungaku Series?

The director of Aoi Bungaku Series is Tetsur\u014d Araki.

Who is the producer of Aoi Bungaku Series?

The producer of Aoi Bungaku Series is Madhouse Studios.

Who are some of the main characters in Aoi Bungaku Series?

The main characters in Aoi Bungaku Series vary for each story.

Which is the most popular story among the six in Aoi Bungaku Series?

The most popular story among the six in Aoi Bungaku Series is No Longer Human.

Who is the author of the story "No Longer Human" which is adapted into the anime?

The story "No Longer Human" is a literary masterpiece by Osamu Dazai, and it is considered one of the most important works in Japanese literature.

What is the runtime of Aoi Bungaku Series?

The runtime of each episode of Aoi Bungaku Series is approximately 22 minutes.

Is Aoi Bungaku Series suitable for children?

Aoi Bungaku Series is not suitable for children due to its mature themes and content.

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Also known as

  • Blue Literature
  • 青い文学シリーズ (Japan)
  • 푸른문학 시리즈 (Korea, Republic of)

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