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The best mythology fantasy anime you can start from the beginning

57 anime that are both fantasy and mythology, ranked by MyAnimeList, with none of the sequels, side stories or recap editions you cannot start cold. Top of the list: Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi, Mo Dao Zu Shi, Tian Guan Cifu.

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1. 1 Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi Spirited Away Film · 2001 · Studio Ghibli · #47 on MyAnimeList 96% would recommend
2. 2 Mo Dao Zu Shi The Master of Diabolism ONA · 2018 · 15 episodes · B.CMAY PICTURES · #197 on MyAnimeList 91% would recommend
3. 3 Tian Guan Cifu Heaven Official's Blessing ONA · 2020 · 11 episodes · Haoliners Animation · #229 on MyAnimeList 91% would recommend
4. 4 Dororo TV · 2019 · 24 episodes · Tezuka Productions · #370 on MyAnimeList 93% would recommend
5. 5 Karasu wa Aruji wo Erabanai Yatagarasu: The Raven Does Not Choose Its Master TV · 2024 · 20 episodes · Studio Pierrot · #671 on MyAnimeList 90% would recommend
6. 6 Mahoutsukai no Yome The Ancient Magus' Bride TV · 2017 · 24 episodes · Wit Studio · #673 on MyAnimeList 87% would recommend
7. 7 Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas - Meiou Shinwa Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas OVA · 2009 · 13 episodes · TMS Entertainment · #762 on MyAnimeList 87% would recommend
8. 8 Wan Sheng Jie All Saints Street ONA · 2020 · 12 episodes · Fenz · #827 on MyAnimeList 88% would recommend
9. 9 InuYasha TV · 2000 · 167 episodes · Sunrise · #975 on MyAnimeList 84% would recommend
10. 10 Hoozuki no Reitetsu Hozuki's Coolheadedness TV · 2014 · 13 episodes · Wit Studio · #1216 on MyAnimeList 83% would recommend
11. 11 Saint Seiya Saint Seiya: Knights of the Zodiac TV · 1986 · 114 episodes · Toei Animation · #1261 on MyAnimeList 82% would recommend
12. 12 Tianbao Fuyao Lu Legend of Exorcism ONA · 2020 · 13 episodes · Sparkly Key Animation Studio · #1797 on MyAnimeList 79% would recommend
13. 13 Kakuriyo no Yadomeshi Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits TV · 2018 · 26 episodes · Gonzo · #2020 on MyAnimeList 78% would recommend
14. 14 Koukyuu no Karasu Raven of the Inner Palace TV · 2022 · 13 episodes · Bandai Namco Pictures · #2063 on MyAnimeList 81% would recommend
15. 15 Demi-chan wa Kataritai Interviews With Monster Girls TV · 2017 · 12 episodes · A-1 Pictures · #2139 on MyAnimeList 82% would recommend
16. 16 Bai She: Yuanqi White Snake Film · 2019 · Light Chaser Animation Studios · #2176 on MyAnimeList 81% would recommend
17. 17 Konohana Kitan TV · 2017 · 12 episodes · Lerche · #2320 on MyAnimeList 76% would recommend
18. 18 Shin Getter Robo New Getter Robo OVA · 2004 · 13 episodes · Brain's Base · #2416 on MyAnimeList 79% would recommend
19. 19 Yozakura Quartet: Hana no Uta TV · 2013 · 13 episodes · Tatsunoko Production · #2432 on MyAnimeList 80% would recommend
20. 20 Mondaiji-tachi ga Isekai kara Kuru Sou desu yo? Problem Children Are Coming from Another World, Aren't They? TV · 2013 · 10 episodes · Diomedéa · #2647 on MyAnimeList 76% would recommend
21. 21 Youkai Gakkou no Sensei Hajimemashita! A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School! TV · 2024 · 24 episodes · Satelight · #3066 on MyAnimeList 67% would recommend
22. 22 Dororo to Hyakkimaru Dororo TV · 1969 · 26 episodes · Mushi Production · #3133 on MyAnimeList 73% would recommend
23. 23 Koori Zokusei Danshi to Cool na Douryou Joshi The Ice Guy and His Cool Female Colleague TV · 2023 · 12 episodes · Zero-G · #3146 on MyAnimeList 75% would recommend
24. 24 Sousei no Onmyouji Twin Star Exorcists TV · 2016 · 50 episodes · Studio Pierrot · #3232 on MyAnimeList 71% would recommend
25. 25 Tonari no Youkai-san Tonari no Yokai-san TV · 2024 · 13 episodes · LIDENFILMS · #3349 on MyAnimeList 73% would recommend

Why this is not a MyAnimeList search. Every entry here is one you can start from the beginning. Anything with a prequel or a parent story is left out, as are recaps and compilation editions — about half of what MyAnimeList ranks. Ordered by MyAnimeList position. The percentage is the share of MyAnimeList scorers who rated a title 7 or higher.