Kino's Journey Timeline ( Real )

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1999

Kino's Journey Manga Serialization Begins

The Kino's Journey manga adaptation, illustrated by Kouhaku Kuroboshi, begins serialization.

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October 8, 2003

Kino's Journey First Anime Adaptation Airs

The first anime television series adaptation of Kino's Journey airs in Japan.

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July 8, 2005

Kino's Journey: Life Goes On Anime Airs

The Kino's Journey: Life Goes On series, a continuation of the anime adaptation, airs in Japan.

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September 18, 2007

Kino's Journey: Country of Illness -For You- Movie Released

A movie adaptation of Kino's Journey, titled Country of Illness -For You-, is released in Japan.

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2008

Kino's Journey Manga Serialization Ends

The original Kino's Journey manga serialization concludes its run.

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2016

Kino's Journey Anime Remake Announced

Announcement is made regarding a new remake of the Kino's Journey anime scheduled for production.

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October 6, 2017

Kino's Journey Anime Remake Airs

The Kino's Journey anime remake series airs, introducing the story to a new generation of fans with updated animation and new episodes.

Kino's Journey Timeline ( Fictional )

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Year 0, Month 0

Kino Meets Hermes

Kino begins their journey with their talking motorcycle Hermes, setting out to explore various countries and cultures.

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Year 0, Month 2

Visit to the Country of Beasts

Kino visits the Country of Beasts, learning about the society ruled by anthropomorphic animals and their views on fear and freedom.

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Year 0, Month 5

Encounter with the Doll Soldiers

Kino encounters a town ruled by an army of lifelike dolls and reflects on themes of war and humanity.

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Year 0, Month 7

Stop at the Country of the Dancing Flowers

Kino explores a peaceful country where flowers and music play a central role in everyday life.

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Year 0, Month 10

Meeting with the Sinless Country

Kino visits a nation with strict rules that eliminate sin and crime, provoking deep thoughts about morality and freedom.

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Year 1, Month 1

Encounter in the Country of Warriors

Kino observes a country where fighting and conflict are a way of life, exploring the nature of violence and honor.

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Year 1, Month 3

Kino Helps a Stranger

Kino assists a wounded traveler and reflects on kindness and trust among strangers in a harsh world.

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Year 1, Month 6

Visit to the Country of Illusions

Kino explores a mysterious country filled with illusions and uncertainties about reality.

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Year 1, Month 9

Return to the Country of Beasts

Kino revisits the Country of Beasts, gaining new insights after previous experiences.

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Year 2, Month 0

Kino Reflects on the Journey

Kino contemplates the meaning and nature of their travels, thinking about the people met and lessons learned.