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Noragami

Noragami is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by the artist duo Adachitoka.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Noragami is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by the artist duo Adachitoka. It follows Yato, a minor god trying to build a following and secure a shrine, and was adapted into a 12-episode anime television series by Bones in 2014. The manga ran in Kodansha’s Monthly Shōnen Magazine from December 2010 to January 2024 and was collected in 27 tankōbon volumes.

Premise

The story follows Yato, a minor deity with no shrine or stable following, who takes odd jobs in exchange for five yen. He becomes connected to Hiyori Iki and Yukine, and the series blends urban fantasy, action, and supernatural elements.

Publication

Noragami was written and illustrated by Adachitoka and serialized by Kodansha in Monthly Shōnen Magazine beginning in December 2010. The manga ended in January 2024 and was issued in 27 collected volumes.

Anime adaptation

Bones adapted the manga into a television anime that aired in 2014. The adaptation consists of 12 episodes and is known in English as Noragami or Noragami: Stray God.

Reception and distribution

The series was licensed for English release in North America by Kodansha USA. It is widely catalogued as an action, comedy, and supernatural title.

Key facts

  • Noragami is a shonen manga by the duo Adachitoka.
  • Serialized in Monthly Shōnen Magazine from December 2010 to January 2024.
  • Collected into 27 tankōbon volumes by Kodansha.
  • Adapted into a 12-episode anime by Bones in 2014.
  • The story follows Yato, a minor god seeking worshippers and a shrine.
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Canadian context

Noragami was licensed in North America by Kodansha USA, making it officially available to Canadian readers through the English-language market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Noragami?
Noragami is a Japanese manga series by Adachitoka that was also adapted into an anime television series.
Who is the main character in Noragami?
The main character is Yato, a minor god who wants to become more widely known and to have his own shrine.
When was Noragami published?
The manga ran from December 2010 to January 2024.
How many volumes does Noragami have?
The manga was collected into 27 tankōbon volumes.
Who animated the Noragami anime?
The anime adaptation was produced by Bones.
How many episodes does the anime have?
The main anime television series has 12 episodes.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noragami
    Supports: Manga title, author duo Adachitoka, serialization dates, 27-volume count, and 2014 anime adaptation by Bones.
  2. Anime News Network — https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/encyclopedia/anime.php?id=15585
    Supports: Anime title, plot premise, genre classification, and episode runtime.
  3. MyAnimeList — https://myanimelist.net/anime/20507/Noragami?cat=anime
    Supports: Anime format, episode count, broadcast period, studios, and genre information.
  4. Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Noragami_episodes
    Supports: Anime series description and character-focused plot summary.
  5. Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noragami
    Supports: English release licensing by Kodansha USA.