Kure-nai

Kure-nai (2008)

EndedAnimation showDrama, Comedy, Action, Anime

Based on a series of light novels, Kure-nai is about the adventures and misadventures of 16-year-old Shinkurou Kurenai. Shinkurou is an authority in settling disputes between people, and is one day approached by Murasaki Kuhouin, the daughter of a powerful plutocratic family, asking him to be her bodyguard.

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday at 01:30 (25 min)

Last Episode

I Exist
Season 1Episode 1225 min

I Exist

Shinkurō returns to Inner Sanctuary to rescue Murasaki while Benika rushes to his side. Once inside, Shinkurō meets up with Renjou, Murasaki's father, and they discuss Murasaki's future. Before long, Benika and Yayoi appears at the Inner Sanctuary with Lin in pursuit. Murasaki's brother and Lin are both easily defeated with the Hōzuki style. Shinkurō makes Renjou realize the error of his ways and he vows to change the Kuhoin system. Many decisions are made for Murasaki's future.
Jun 19, 2008

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E12I ExistJun 19, 2008
S01E11I ThinkJun 13, 2008
S01E10Accustomed FearJun 6, 2008
S01E09You and MeMay 30, 2008
S01E08Taking Care of Oneself and CowardiceMay 23, 2008
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Kure-nai premiere?

Kure-nai premiered on April 2, 2008.

Who is the main character of Kure-nai?

The main character of Kure-nai is Shinkurou Kurenai.

What is the premise of Kure-nai?

The premise of Kure-nai follows a high school student named Murasaki Kuhouin, who is taken in by Shinkurou Kurenai, a mediator who solves people's problems.

Who created Kure-nai?

Kure-nai was created by Kentarou Katayama and Yamato Yamamoto.

What genre does Kure-nai fall under?

Kure-nai falls under the genre of action, drama, and mystery.

How many episodes are in the first season of Kure-nai?

The first season of Kure-nai has 12 episodes.

What is the name of the school that Murasaki attends in Kure-nai?

Murasaki attends the Ryuuken Ishin High School.

What is the relationship between Murasaki and Shinkurou in Kure-nai?

Murasaki is taken in by Shinkurou as his client, and he becomes her protector and surrogate big brother.

Who is Ginko Murakami in Kure-nai?

Ginko Murakami is a female protagonist in Kure-nai who is Shinkurou's childhood friend and a police officer.

What is the role of Benika Juzawa in Kure-nai?

Benika Juzawa is a mediator and Shinkurou's boss in Kure-nai.

What is the name of the organization that Shinkurou works for in Kure-nai?

Shinkurou works for the Benika Mediation Firm in Kure-nai.

Who is Yamie in Kure-nai?

Yamie is a supporting character in Kure-nai who is a member of the Kuhouin family's security detail.

What is the significance of the butterfly in Kure-nai?

The butterfly is a recurring symbol in Kure-nai that represents Murasaki's transformation and growth throughout the series.

What is the name of the opening theme song in Kure-nai?

The opening theme song for Kure-nai is "Love Jump" by Minami Kuribayashi.

What is the name of the ending theme song in Kure-nai?

The ending theme song for Kure-nai is "Mikazuki" by Sayuri Yahagi.

Cast

Miyuki Sawashiro

Miyuki Sawashiro

voices Kurenai, Shinkurou
Aoi Yūki

Aoi Yūki

voices Kuhouin, Murasaki
Asami Sanada

Asami Sanada

voices Mutou, Tamaki
Takaya Kuroda

Takaya Kuroda

voices Kuhouin, Renjou
Ryouko Shintani

Ryouko Shintani

voices Houzuki, Yuuno
Haruka Kimura

Haruka Kimura

voices Yamie
Sawa Ishige

Sawa Ishige

voices Juuzawa, Benika
Aiko Ookubo

Aiko Ookubo

voices Inuzuka, Yayoi
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Characters

Kurenai, Shinkurou

Kurenai, Shinkurou

voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro
Kuhouin, Murasaki

Kuhouin, Murasaki

voiced by Aoi Yūki
Mutou, Tamaki

Mutou, Tamaki

voiced by Asami Sanada
Kuhouin, Renjou

Kuhouin, Renjou

voiced by Takaya Kuroda
Houzuki, Yuuno

Houzuki, Yuuno

voiced by Ryouko Shintani
Yamie

Yamie

voiced by Haruka Kimura
Juuzawa, Benika

Juuzawa, Benika

voiced by Sawa Ishige
Inuzuka, Yayoi

Inuzuka, Yayoi

voiced by Aiko Ookubo
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Also known as

  • Куренай (Ukraine)

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