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Ajin

Ajin

Synopsis: Ajin follows the story of Kei Nagai, a student who finds his life turned upside down after a tragic accident reveals him to be an Ajin, a race of immortal beings feared by society. Convinced that his existence as an immortal being would put him in a unique position, Kei soon discovers that this revelation makes him the target of hunters and prejudice, forcing him to flee and adapt to a world that considers him a threat. As he deals with his new abilities and faces the cruel reality of his condition, he meets other Ajins who share his struggles, but also reveals that the line between friends and enemies may be thinner than he imagined.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Meaning
- Related

Information

Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Ajin
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 亜人
  • Anime Name in English: Ajin: Demi-Human
  • Other names: Ajin

Production information

  • Producers: Mainichi Broadcasting System, Kodansha, KlockWorx, Sony Music Communications, TOHO animation, King Records
  • Licensors: Sentai Filmworks
  • Studios: Polygon Pictures

Anime Information

  • Type: 24 min. per ep.
  • Episodes: 13
  • Date: January 16, 2016 to April 9, 2016
  • Genres: Action, horror, mystery, supernatural
  • Subjects: Others
  • Target: Seinen

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Anime Reviews

  • Rating: 7.38
  • Popularity: 597,912

Video Trailer/Opening

Curiosities

  • "Ajin" was originally created as a manga written by Gamon Sakurai, which began publication in the magazine Good! Afternoon magazine in 2012.
  • The anime "Ajin" uses the 3D animation technique and is produced by Polygon Pictures, the same studio responsible for "Knights of Sidonia".
  • The soundtrack for the series was composed by Yugo Kanno, known for his work on "Psycho-Pass" and "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure".
  • "Ajin" is famous for its dark creatures known as "black ghosts", which are entities summoned by people who possess immortality.
  • The protagonist, Kei Nagai, discovers that he is an "Ajin" after surviving a fatal accident, which starts him on the run from the government and organizations that want to capture him.
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Main Characters

  • Nagai Kei: Student who discovers he is an Ajin, an immortal species, and struggles to survive.
  • Satou: Cruel leader of the Ajins, also known as "The Hat".
  • Kaito: Loyal friend of Kei who helps him after discovering that he is an Ajin.
  • Shimomura Izumi: Ajin working for the government, partner of Tosaki.
  • Nakano Kou: Young Ajin, allies with Kei against Satou.
  • Tosaki Yuu: Government agent in charge of capturing Ajins.
  • Ogura Ikuya: Researcher specialized in Ajins.
  • Tanaka Kouji: Ajin who joins Satou in his rebellion.
  • Nagai Eriko: Younger sister of Kei.
  • Hirasawa: Confidant and loyal subordinate of Tosaki.

Summary and events

  • The Ajin, mysterious immortal humans, first appeared in Africa 17 years ago and are considered a threat to humanity.
  • When they are discovered, the Ajin are immediately arrested and taken into custody, as they are incapable of being destroyed and can use their powers to do evil.
  • Kei Nagai, a high school student who dreams of becoming a doctor, has little knowledge of the Ajin and sees them sporadically in the news.
  • During a lesson, the students learn that the Ajin are not considered human, but Kei doesn't pay much attention to the subject.
  • Kei's life changes dramatically when he survives an accident that should have killed him, revealing that he is actually an Ajin.
  • Persecuted by authorities and society, Kei faces days of torment and has to flee, realizing that there are other Ajin nearby.
  • The story explores Kei's survival and the discovery of more of his kind, raising questions about humanity and coexistence.

What happens in the end?

Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime AjinWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

At the end of Ajin, Satou, the main antagonist, remains a major threat, but Kei Nagai and his allies finally manage to defeat him. Satou is captured after an intense battle, where Kei and the others fight him using elaborate strategies to circumvent the Ajin's immortality. Although Satou is imprisoned, the ending leaves open the possibility of his return, as his determination and abilities are always unpredictable.

Meaning of Ajin

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

亜人
  • 亜 - Sub-
  • 人 - Person / human being
The name of the anime "亜人" can be translated as "Subhuman" or "Subaltern People", which reflects the condition of the Ajin, human beings who possess special abilities and are immortal. Since their discovery, the Ajin have been seen as a threat to humanity, leading to their persecution and capture. The designation "sub" suggests that, despite being human, they are considered inferior or non-human by society, highlighting the theme of marginalization and fear of the different.

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