Cackling Kitarou (2007) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
The classic tale of Gegege no Kitaro told yet again. The story is the usual in the Gegege no Kitaro series. Kitaro is a boy living in the Gegege Forest/Cemetery (lands where many Yokai roam) with his mostly dead father (who survives only in his eye), Sunakake Babaa, NekoMusume, and Konaki Jiji. One difference between this Kitaro and all of the others that came before him, is that this one has brown hair instead of the standard grayish silver.
TV-PG • 2007 • 1 season
Cackling Kitarou (2007) is an episodic anime based on Japanese folklore, following a ghost-boy protector who bridges the gap between humans and supernatural Yokai. The series earns its rating primarily through consistent supernatural violence, grotesque creature designs, and themes involving death and malevolent spirits. While it often centers on friendship and protection, the visual style can be jarring, and many episodes feature body… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Cackling Kitarou appropriate for kids?
Cackling Kitarou (2007) is an episodic anime based on Japanese folklore, following a ghost-boy protector who bridges the gap between humans and supernatural Yokai. The series earns its rating primarily through consistent supernatural violence, grotesque creature designs, and… Read more — free account
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Sex and nudity in Cackling Kitarou
Sexual content is absent, though there are occasional brief, non-sexual shots of female yokai in traditional, form-fitting attire.
Violence and gore in Cackling Kitarou
Episodes contain stylized, animated supernatural combat and phantom-related peril. While characters are sometimes threatened by monsters, it is standard action-cartoon fare with no graphic gore or lasting serious injury.
Language in Cackling Kitarou
Language is generally clean, consisting only of standard cartoon insults like 'fool' or 'brat' directed at supernatural rivals.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Cackling Kitarou
Substance use is absent from this season of Cackling Kitarou.
Mature themes in Cackling Kitarou
The series deals with supernatural entities, Japanese folklore, and the consequences of human greed or cruelty toward the spirit world.
Scary moments in Cackling Kitarou
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Cackling Kitarou yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cackling Kitarou appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Cackling Kitarou is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. Cackling Kitarou (2007) is an episodic anime based on Japanese folklore, following a ghost-boy protector who bridges the gap between humans and supernatural Yokai. The series earns its rating primarily through…
What age rating does Cackling Kitarou have?
Cackling Kitarou is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.
What is Cackling Kitarou about?
Cackling Kitarou (2007) is an episodic anime based on Japanese folklore, following a ghost-boy protector who bridges the gap between humans and supernatural Yokai. The series earns its rating primarily through consistent supernatural violence, grotesque creature designs, and themes involving death and malevolent…
How many seasons does Cackling Kitarou have?
Cackling Kitarou has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.
Is there sex or nudity in Cackling Kitarou?
Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Cackling Kitarou.
How violent is Cackling Kitarou?
Violence isn't a standout concern across Cackling Kitarou per our reviewers.
Is the language in Cackling Kitarou appropriate for kids?
Strong language isn't flagged across Cackling Kitarou.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Cackling Kitarou?
Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Cackling Kitarou.
What mature themes appear in Cackling Kitarou?
Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Cackling Kitarou.
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