Shadow Star Narutaru English Sub & Dub

About Shadow Star Narutaru

Looking for background on Shadow Star Narutaru (なるたる ～骸なる星・珠たる子～)? This drama, horror and supernatural series by Planet (2003) starts out like this. The setup: During her summer holiday at her grandparents house Tamai Shiina, a young and cheerful schoolgirl, meets an odd looking creature. They befriend each other and Shiina names it "Hoshimaru - The Round Star".

From there, when Shiina returns home after the summer to go back to school she starts meeting other kids that also have befriended a strange creature like Hoshimaru. She soon finds out that not all these creatures and their masters are as friendly as Hoshimaru.

As a drama title, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Norio Koga (Kouki Akaishi) and Shiina Tamai (Asami Sanada) are two of the characters you will meet early. Think of it as a pick for viewers who prefer story and feelings over flashy action. With 13 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Planet, which means the visual identity of Shadow Star Narutaru follows that studio's craft. Because it leans on drama, character writing and emotional payoff matter more than spectacle. Its 5.5/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Voice casting, including Kouki Akaishi as Norio Koga, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2003, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.