Kekkaishi English Sub & Dub

About Kekkaishi

Meet Kekkaishi (結界師), an action, adventure and comedy anime by Sunrise (2006). Here is the premise in a nutshell. At its core: Yoshimori Sumimura is a 14-year-old learner at Karasumori School. Following in the tradition that's come down through the generations, he is the twenty-second Kekkaishi of the Sumimura clan.

Along the way, he’s constantly fighting with his rival, Tokine Yukimura—his childhood ally and also a Kekkaishi—about who is the rightful heir to the magical barrier arts. Protecting people from danger while growing stronger himself, Yoshimori will clash the forces of evil again tonight!

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Hiroyuki Yoshino as Yoshimori Sumimura and Rie Saitou as Tokine Yukimura. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 52 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Sunrise, which means the visual identity of Kekkaishi follows that studio's craft. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. A 7.2/10 score points to a dependable, well-liked series. Voice casting, including Hiroyuki Yoshino as Yoshimori Sumimura, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2006, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.