Onigiri English Sub & Dub

About Onigiri

Onigiri (鬼斬) blends adventure, comedy and fantasy by Studio Signpost (2016). Below is a fresh retelling of what the story is about. At its core: The MMORPG Onigiri thrusts its players into mystical Japan, a land filled with mythical creatures of Japanese legend. Starting as a lone Oni, players struggle against the malevolent influence of the Kamikui as their miasma spreads over the land.

Also worth knowing: 8 NPCS, each with their own distinct personality and skills, ally themselves with the player to help build a legend, and quell the evil that has arisen. As you grow stronger together, so do the bonds binding you to each other.

With adventure at the core, exploration, new locations and a steady sense of momentum drive the story. Voice work is led by Suzuko Mimori as Ibaraki-douji and Natsuko Hara as Amaterasu. This one is best suited to anyone who enjoys travel-the-world storytelling. At 13 episodes in total, it is easy to plan a viewing schedule.

Production & Appeal

Animation is handled by Studio Signpost, so the studio's house style defines how Onigiri looks and moves on screen. The adventure focus matters here: exploration, new locations and a steady sense of momentum drive the story. Its 4.8/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. On the casting side, Suzuko Mimori voicing Ibaraki-douji gives the lead role a recognizable voice. Released in 2016, it competed with that season's other new series for attention.