The first volume of the light novel series Katanagatari, written by Nisio Isin and illustrated by Take, is published in Japan.
The twelfth and final volume of the Katanagatari light novel series is published, concluding the story.
The anime adaptation of Katanagatari, produced by White Fox, begins airing in Japan as a 12-episode series released monthly.
The final episode of the Katanagatari anime series airs, completing the adaptation of the light novel series.
Legendary swords with unique powers were forged, each with its own distinctive ability and characteristics.
Establishment of the Shichika family, known for their unique fighting style using their bodies as weapons.
Birth of Yasuri Shichika, the seventh head of the Kyotouryuu style, destined to wield his unique unarmed sword fighting style.
Togame, a shogunate strategist, requests Shichika’s help to collect the Twelve Deviant Blades scattered across Japan.
Shichika and Togame begin their journey across Japan to recover the twelve uniquely forged swords.
The duo faces Emonzaemon, one of the wielders of a Deviant Blade, in their pursuit to collect the swords.
Shichika encounters his sister Nanami, a master of the Kyotouryuu technique, leading to a critical battle between siblings.
Completing their quest, Shichika and Togame collect all twelve Deviant Blades.
Togame’s hidden agenda unfolds, leading to conflict with Shichika and a tragic climax.
An intense fight culminating the quest, testing Shichika’s resolve and Togame’s plans for the country.
Shichika reflects on the journey, the loss, and the future following the conclusion of the quest for the Deviant Blades.
