LEARN JAPANESE WITH PIMSLEUR

Bakemono no Ko - Information; Final; Summary

On this page, we present all the information, trivia, spoilers, summaries, main characters, and any other questions one might have regarding the anime: Bakemono no Ko. See how to watch online!


Bakemono no Ko

Bakemono no Ko

Synopsis: In "Bakemono no Ko," Ren, a lonely boy who lost his last human connections, finds an unexpected new home in the world of beasts, after an encounter with the fearless Kumatetsu. As the boy seeks a sense of belonging and a home he never had, Kumatetsu, a fierce creature in search of recognition, sees in Ren a chance to find a worthy successor. Together, they traverse a path filled with challenges and self-discovery, challenging their own limitations and prejudices. As their journeys intertwine, they discover that, despite appearances, true connection can arise from the most unlikely places.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

See below all important information about the anime: Bakemono no Ko

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Bakemono no Ko
  • Anime Name in Japanese: バケモノの子
  • Anime Name in English: The Boy and the Beast
  • Other names: Child of a Beast

Production information

  • Producers: Dentsu, Yomiuri Telecasting, Kadokawa Shoten, TOHO, Nippon Television Network, Arquebuse
  • Licensors:
  • Studios: Studio Chizu

Anime Information

  • Type: Movie
  • Episodes: 1
  • Date: 11-Jul-15
  • Genres: Aventura, Fantasia, Antropomórfico, Isekai
  • Subjects: Anthropomorphic, Isekai
  • Target: Shounen

Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 8.24
  • Popularity: 533

Video Trailer/Opening

If available, a video of the anime opening or trailer will be displayed below:

Curiosities

Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Bakemono no Ko": 

  • "Bakemono no Ko" was directed by Mamoru Hosoda, known for his work on "Summer Wars" and "Wolf Children".
  • The film premiered in Japan in July 2015 and was well received by both the audience and the critics.
  • The story follows a young boy named Ren, who becomes the apprentice of a warrior named Kumatetsu in the world of beasts.
  • The film explores themes such as the relationship between masters and disciples, and the search for identity and family.
  • "Bakemono no Ko" won the award for Best Animated Film at the Sitges Film Festival in 2015.
Bakemono no Ko
Imagem de: Bakemono no Ko

Main Characters

Below is the main characters of: "Bakemono no Ko"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

  • Kumatetsu: A bear-like creature that trains Ren.
  • Ren: A human boy who becomes Kumatetsu's apprentice.
  • Kaede: Ren's friend in the human world.
  • Chiko: A small pig that accompanies Kumatetsu.
  • Ichirouhiko: Another apprentice trained by a rival master.
  • Hyakushuubou: Character who lives in the world of beasts.
  • Tatara: Character who lives in the world of beasts.
  • Iouzan
  • Soushi
  • Kyuuta's Father

Summary and events

  • Ren, a nine-year-old boy, loses the last person who treated him with kindness and finds himself rejected by his remaining family.
  • He flees to the confusing streets of Shibuya, where he meets Kumatetsu, an intimidating warrior from the Beast Kingdom, Shibuten.
  • Kumatetsu wants to become a candidate to replace the lord of the kingdom, but lacks disciples due to his cold personality.
  • Ren, now called Kyuuta, agrees to be the disciple of Kumatetsu, seeking a home and a new family.
  • Both help each other achieve their goals, despite their distinct aims.
  • The relationship between them evolves and reveals that they have more in common than they thought, uniting a boy and a beast.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Bakemono no KoWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

Currently, "Bakemono no Ko" does not have an officially published ending. The story, created by Mamoru Hosoda and released as a film in 2015, follows Ren, a boy who becomes the apprentice of the beemote warrior Kumatetsu in the world of bakemono. The film explores themes of growth, friendship, and internal struggle between light and darkness within people. However, since there is no official continuation or significant expansion of the story in other media, one cannot provide details about a conclusive ending beyond what is depicted in the film. Therefore, the conclusion remains open to fan interpretation.

Meaning of Bakemono no Ko

Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

バケモノの子
  • バケモノ - Monster
  • の - in
  • 子 - Son
The title of the anime "バケモノの子" can be translated as "The Son of the Monster." This nomenclature reflects the unique relationship between Ren (renamed as Kyuuta) and Kumatetsu, a being from the dimension of monsters. The choice of words suggests an intimate connection and a journey of mutual discovery between the boy, who seeks a home and a sense of belonging, and the monster, who longs for recognition and disciples. The story explores themes such as loneliness, friendship, and the search for identity, showing how these two seemingly different souls can help each other find what both deeply desire.

See below some anime similar to Bakemono no Ko


See also related articles

EXTERNAL LINKS

See below some external links like official website and MyAnimeList link:

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Bakemono no Ko has a total of 1 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
You can watch the anime Bakemono no Ko on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Bakemono no Ko usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 533