Yu Yu Hakusho is a Classic Japanese anime brought to life by Pierrot. It draws inspiration from Yoshihiro Togashi’s manga of the same name and graced the screens of Fuji Television from October 1992 to December 1994, spanning an impressive 112 episodes.
The anime explores into the life of Yusuke Urameshi, a teenage troublemaker who meets an untimely demise while rescuing a child. However, his story takes a remarkable turn when Koenma, the Spirit World’s ruler’s son, grants him a second chance at life.
Yusuke’s newfound purpose involves becoming a Spirit Detective, investigating cases involving ghosts and demons while safeguarding the human realm from supernatural threats.
Yu Yu Hakusho masterfully combines action, comedy, and drama. It is celebrated for its well-rounded characters, engaging narratives, and visually striking animation. It has earned its place among the greatest anime series of all time.
Within this extraordinary series, there are four filler episodes, namely Episodes 25 to 28 and Episode 50. While these episodes don’t directly contribute to the main storyline, they offer delightful insights into the characters and their intricate relationships.
In essence, Yu Yu Hakusho is a must-see for any anime enthusiast. This classic series offers a little something for everyone and continues to be a timeless gem in the world of anime.
# | Title | Type | |
1 | Surprised to be Dead | Manga Canon | |
2 | Koenma Appears | Manga Canon | |
3 | Kuwabara: A Promise Between Men | Manga Canon | |
4 | Requirements for Lovers | Manga Canon | |
5 | Yusuke's Back | Manga Canon | |
6 | Three Monsters | Manga Canon | |
7 | Gouki and Kurama | Manga Canon | |
8 | The Three Eyes of Hiei | Manga Canon | |
9 | The Search Begins | Manga Canon | |
10 | Kuwabara's Spirit Sword | Manga Canon | |
11 | Hard Fights for Yusuke | Mixed Canon/Filler | |
12 | Rando Rises, Kuwabara Falls | Manga Canon | |
13 | Yusuke vs. Rando: 99 Attacks | Mixed Canon/Filler | |
14 | The Beasts of Maze Castle | Manga Canon | |
15 | Genbu, the Stone Beast | Manga Canon | |
16 | Byakko, the White Tiger | Manga Canon | |
17 | Byakko's Lair | Manga Canon | |
18 | Seiryu, the Blue Dragon | Manga Canon | |
19 | Suzaku, Leader of the Beasts | Manga Canon | |
20 | Seven Ways to Die | Manga Canon | |
21 | Yusuke's Sacrifice | Manga Canon | |
22 | Lamenting Beauty | Manga Canon | |
23 | The Toguro Brothers Gang | Manga Canon | |
24 | The Deadly Triad | Manga Canon | |
25 | Kuwabara's Fight of Love | Manga Canon | |
26 | Toguro Returns | Manga Canon | |
27 | The Dark Tournament Begins | Manga Canon | |
28 | First Fight | Manga Canon | |
29 | Flowers of Blood | Manga Canon | |
30 | Dragon of the Darkness Flame | Manga Canon | |
31 | Stumbling Warrior | Manga Canon | |
32 | Knife Edge Death-Match | Manga Canon | |
33 | A Day in Waiting | Manga Canon | |
34 | Percentage of Victory | Manga Canon | |
35 | Glimpse Beneath the Mask | Manga Canon | |
36 | Ambition Destroyed: A Trial of Light | Manga Canon | |
37 | Master of Disguise | Manga Canon | |
38 | Kurama's Stand | Manga Canon | |
39 | Crushing Revenge | Manga Canon | |
40 | Jin, the Wind Master | Manga Canon | |
41 | Reverse Decisions | Manga Canon | |
42 | A Master of Love and Death | Manga Canon | |
43 | The Masked Fighter Revealed | Manga Canon | |
44 | Yusuke's Final Test | Manga Canon | |
45 | Hiei Battles On | Manga Canon | |
46 | Many Faces, Many Forms | Manga Canon | |
47 | Legendary Bandit: Yoko Kurama | Manga Canon | |
48 | The Cape of No Return | Manga Canon | |
49 | Genkai's Strength | Manga Canon | |
50 | Suzuka's Challenge | Manga Canon | |
51 | Arch-Rivals | Manga Canon | |
52 | The Death of Genkai | Manga Canon | |
53 | Overcoming Grief | Manga Canon | |
54 | The Beginning of the End | Manga Canon | |
55 | The Beast Within the Dark | Manga Canon | |
56 | Yoko's Magic | Manga Canon | |
57 | Beneath Bui's Armor | Manga Canon | |
58 | Wielder of the Dragon | Manga Canon | |
59 | The Shadow of Elder Toguro | Manga Canon | |
60 | Sakyo's Proposal | Manga Canon | |
61 | Yusuke vs. Toguro | Manga Canon | |
62 | Toguro's Full Power | Manga Canon | |
63 | Yusuke's Despair | Manga Canon | |
64 | Toguro's Desire | Manga Canon | |
65 | Out With a Bang | Manga Canon | |
66 | Toguro's Wish | Manga Canon | |
67 | Return to Living World | Manga Canon | |
68 | Setting the Trap | Manga Canon | |
69 | The Power of Taboo | Manga Canon | |
70 | Genkai's Ruse | Manga Canon | |
71 | The Tunnel | Manga Canon | |
72 | The Reader | Manga Canon | |
73 | The Doctor's Disease | Manga Canon | |
74 | Sleep, Doctor, Sleep | Manga Canon | |
75 | Caught in the Rain | Manga Canon | |
76 | Kuwabara: Awakening | Manga Canon | |
77 | Sensui's Fall | Manga Canon | |
78 | Divide and Conquer | Manga Canon | |
79 | The Human Race | Manga Canon | |
80 | Moving Target | Manga Canon | |
81 | Let the Games Begin | Manga Canon | |
82 | If You Could Play Forever | Manga Canon | |
83 | Game Over | Manga Canon | |
84 | Kurama's Anger, Gourmet's Guest | Manga Canon | |
85 | Spirit Detective Showdown | Manga Canon | |
86 | The Difference Maker | Manga Canon | |
87 | Power Between the Teeth | Manga Canon | |
88 | The True Face of Sensui | Manga Canon | |
89 | Death of a Spirit Detective | Manga Canon | |
90 | Attempting Revenge | Manga Canon | |
91 | Waking the Lost | Manga Canon | |
92 | The Proof | Manga Canon | |
93 | Sensui's End | Manga Canon | |
94 | Topside | Manga Canon | |
95 | Yusuke's Destiny | Manga Canon | |
96 | Three Strangers, Three Kings | Manga Canon | |
97 | Departing Living World | Manga Canon | |
98 | Return to Demon World | Manga Canon | |
99 | Haunted by the Past | Manga Canon | |
100 | The Secret of the Jagan | Manga Canon | |
101 | Reunion of the Bandits | Manga Canon | |
102 | Torn Between Identities | Manga Canon | |
103 | Inheritance | Manga Canon | |
104 | Every Demon for Himself | Manga Canon | |
105 | The Preliminaries | Manga Canon | |
106 | The Battle of Father and Son | Manga Canon | |
107 | The Demon World Tournament Begins | Anime Canon | |
108 | Farewell, Kurama | Anime Canon | |
109 | Love and War | Anime Canon | |
110 | A Reason to Fight | Manga Canon | |
111 | Closure | Anime Canon | |
112 | To the Future | Manga Canon | |
113 | TWO SHOTS | Manga Canon | |
114 | All or Nothing | Manga Canon |