K

"Kings" are individuals who have been bestowed with incredible supernatural powers and granted the ability to recruit others into their clans. Protecting the lives and honor of their clansmen is an integral part of the Kings' duties. After a video depicting the heinous murder of a Red Clansman spreads virally, the unassuming student Yashiro Isana is accused of homicide. Now, a manhunt is underway for his head, bringing him into contact with the infamous "Black Dog" Kurou Yatogami—a skilled swordsman and martial artist determined to follow the wishes of his late master, the Seventh King.

Meanwhile, the current Red King, Mikoto Suou, faces his own imminent demise as the search for Yashiro narrows. But during Yashiro's struggle to prove his innocence, a greater conspiracy is unraveling behind the scenes; clouds begin to appear in his memory, and close friends start to question his very existence. What began as a simple murder is now leading towards a full blown war between Kings with the very fate of the world at stake.

[Written by MAL Rewrite]

Suou, Mikoto Main

Tsuda, Kenjirou Japanese

Isana, Yashiro Main

Namikawa, Daisuke Japanese

Neko Main

Komatsu, Mikako Japanese

Yatogami, Kurou Main

Ono, Daisuke Japanese

Munakata, Reishi Main

Sugita, Tomokazu Japanese

Yata, Misaki Supporting

Fukuyama, Jun Japanese

Fushimi, Saruhiko Supporting

Miyano, Mamoru Japanese

Kushina, Anna Supporting

Horie, Yui Japanese

Totsuka, Tatara Supporting

Kaji, Yuuki Japanese

Kusanagi, Izumo Supporting

Sakurai, Takahiro Japanese

Maruyama, Hiroo Producer

Nakanishi, Go Producer

Simone, Jamie Producer

Kishimoto, Reigo Producer

Reviews

Jan 23, 2025

SaiyanAli132

Recommended

K-Project is a unique experience. I accidentally found this anime and didn’t really have much hope for it, considering the ratings and stuff, but I was surprised once I finished it—yes, all seasons and movies. It then became my favorite, and here’s why:

Story (10):
Without spoiling anything, K-Project’s story is a mix of mystery, tragedy, friendship, betrayal, sacrifice, identity, and power struggles. It's set in a world where different kings with different supernatural powers lead their clans, and our protagonist, seemingly an ordinary boy, gets involved in their business due to a murder mystery. That’s how our story begins. It might be slow and even confusing ... at the start, but the little bits of information it gives you along the way serve as important story devices and foreshadow the dark twists of the show, leading up to some of the best moments along with one of the best endings in the anime medium, in my opinion. The lore of kings is very interesting, and the use of the Sword of Damocles is a clever metaphor tied to the kings' powers and responsibilities, adding more depth to the narrative. There are other interesting references and symbolism in the anime as well.

Art/Visuals (10):
Beautiful. Yes, every frame and every scene is so polished. The colorful and fluid animation complements the premise of the show perfectly. The fight scenes are a treat for the eyes. I’d even say this show has visuals on par with the best of KyotoAni and Ufotable.

Characters (10):
The characters are the best thing about this show. It has a huge cast of characters, and each one of them has a unique personality, motives, and depth. They are all very relatable in one way or another. They feel human. Their flaws, complex dynamics, conflicts, emotional depth, and development bring the anime to life.

Soundtrack (10):
Again, just like the visuals, it has top-tier soundtracks that are perfect for the premise. A few special tracks played during pivotal moments contribute highly to delivering some of the best moments of the show.

Enjoyment (10):
If you are a fan of the genre and you enjoy deep, intricate storytelling, then you are bound to enjoy K-Project.

Overall (10/10):
K-Project is one of the best anime ever created, in my opinion. It’s one of a kind, and you should check it out at least once.

Reviewer’s Rating: 10

What did you think of this review?

Nice 0

Love it 0

Funny 0

Confusing 0

Informative 0

Well-written 0

Creative 0

More reviews by SaiyanAli132 (1)

Show all

Read more

Show less

Open

Gift

Report

Jun 20, 2022

WallahSous

Mixed Feelings

This anime is carried by its top-tier art and animation.

Action-wise, the first episode of the show baits you into thinking the show will be an action-packed turf war between clans with different powers. You end up seeing barely one fight half-way through the anime and a little more sprinkled throughout the last few episodes with one final fight. A lot of potential fights end up being escape scenes.

Story-wise, the main "group" you follow throughout the story feel like side-characters for most of the anime. The world you're set into has absolutely no context; you're left wondering "why" anything of what you're seeing is happening, ... not to mention there are parts that are convoluted for nothing.

Art and animation wise, the art of the environment (especially the school setting) is close to none; truly awe inspiring. Scenes look like anime wallpapers with their deep green grass/trees, sparkling light blue water, beautiful glass buildings and well drawn building. When there's actually something going, which is rare, the animation is very lively, powers have a lot of color and movement; huge color palette with different shades constantly moving around, huge camera-panning and angle-switching, gives you the impression that the fight is lively and intense.

In short, the first episode sells you the idea that it'll be a massive supernatural gang war. Turns out it's just a boring "thriller" with a pseudo-story, in a pseudo-world, with a mediocre twist, and great art.

Reviewer’s Rating: 6

What did you think of this review?

Nice 0

Love it 0

Funny 0

Confusing 0

Informative 0

Well-written 0

Creative 0

More reviews by WallahSous (29)

Show all

Read more

Show less

Open

Gift

Report

Sep 4, 2022

lettuxebehonest

Not Recommended

This anime is not outright terrible, it's just very boring. It has an interesting premise, a unique art style, and interesting character design. I wanted to like it so I watched the whole season, but I never got invested. The story was bland and uninteresting at best and confusing at worst. The stakes and drama never felt genuine, and I was very lost throughout multiple episodes. If the audience was given a little more clarification, the characters had a little more depth, or if the audience felt more of a personal investment in the stakes, it would be much more compelling. Overall, it's not the ... worst thing I've watched, but I won't be thinking about it again. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone, and I wouldn't rewatch it.

Reviewer’s Rating: 4

What did you think of this review?

Nice 0

Love it 0

Funny 0

Confusing 0

Informative 0

Well-written 0

Creative 0

More reviews by lettuxebehonest (1)

Show all

Read more

Show less

Open

Gift

Report

hokkori's Anime from the Past

by hokkori

50 Entries · 7 Restacks

Overpowered Main Character (Isekai & more). [#03]

by 1List2RuleThemAl

50 Entries · 99 Restacks

Best of The Best

by DullahanZ

44 Entries · 147 Restacks

NHK Announces Best 100 Anime

To commemorate one hundred years of Japanese anime history, NHK has announced a list of 100 Best Anime on Wednesday at NHK BS Premium. The list is based on the audi...read more

May 3, 2017 7:07 AM by tsubasalover | Discuss (547 comments)

'K: Seven Stories' Anime Announced

It was announced on the K anime project official website, as well as during the "K: Do you know K?" event today, that there will be a new animation project...read more

Apr 30, 2016 4:02 AM by tsubasalover | Discuss (87 comments)

	Poll: K Episode 13 Discussion ( 1 2 3 4 5 ... Last Page ) Stark700 - Dec 27, 2012	394 replies	by Karva1 »» Feb 11, 2024 4:13 PM
	Poll: K Episode 12 Discussion ( 1 2 3 ) tsubasalover - Dec 20, 2012	118 replies	by Karva1 »» Feb 11, 2024 4:05 PM
	Poll: K Episode 11 Discussion ( 1 2 3 4 ) tsubasalover - Dec 13, 2012	192 replies	by Karva1 »» Feb 11, 2024 3:59 PM
	Poll: K Episode 9 Discussion ( 1 2 3 ) tsubasalover - Nov 29, 2012	138 replies	by Karva1 »» Feb 11, 2024 3:44 PM
	Poll: K Episode 7 Discussion ( 1 2 3 4 ) Yumekichi11 - Nov 15, 2012	170 replies	by Karva1 »» Feb 11, 2024 1:45 PM

In Numbers: The Best Anime of the Decade

What's the #1 anime of the 2010s? Which year was the best? What studio had the most hits? We have the answers to all these questions and more!

by Shymander

651,087 views

The 30 Best Waifu and Husbando in Anime: Waifu Meaning

The waifu and husbando phenomenon has exploded in the world of anime. Every fan has their absolute favorite characters, which they just can't seem to let go of when the series ends. These dream boys and girls have made their place into the hearts of fans worldwide. Let's meet a few of the best!

by madokamage

1,396,712 views

CollectionCute GirlsCute GuysMoeHot