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Akagi

7.720051 seasonTV SeriesAnimationDrama

Nangou is a compulsive gambler who has accumulated debt over three million yen. In a last ditch attempt to clear his record, he decides to wager his life on a game of mahjong with the mafia. Unfortunately, as the game progresses, Nangou…

DirectorYuzo Sato

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Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Genius Who Descended Into the Darkness
Oct 5, 2005 7.5
E2
Awakening of Talent
Oct 12, 2005 7.0
E3
The Strategy of the Maverick
Oct 19, 2005 6.0
E4
The Betrayal of a Genuine Thing
Oct 26, 2005 6.0
E5
Betrayal of My Family
Nov 2, 2005 6.0
E6
The Talent of the Villain
Nov 9, 2005 6.0
E7
Innocent Demon
Nov 16, 2005 6.0
E8
Revival Omen
Nov 23, 2005 6.0
E9
The Authenticity of Genius
Nov 30, 2005 6.0
E10
Prediction of a Counterattack
Dec 7, 2005 6.0
E11
Hopeless Preparation
Dec 14, 2005 5.0
E12
Magic of the Rare Machine
Dec 21, 2005 5.0
E13
Orbit of Wind and Lightning
Jan 4, 2006 5.0
E14
Rakshasa's New Chapter
Jan 4, 2006 6.0
E15
Ouma Time
Jan 11, 2006 5.0
E16
Fighting Tile of Destrucion
Jan 18, 2006 4.5
E17
Proof of a Genius
Jan 25, 2006 5.0
E18
The Chains of the Tiles
Feb 1, 2006 5.0
E19
The Bewilderment of the Demon
Feb 8, 2006 5.0
E20
Hope and Folly
Feb 15, 2006 5.0
E21
A Ray of Fantasy
Feb 22, 2006 5.0
E22
The Contrived Shackles
Mar 1, 2006 4.5
E23
The Power of Luck
Mar 8, 2006 4.5
E24
The Will of the Demons
Mar 15, 2006 4.0
E25
The Temptation of Murderous Intent
Mar 22, 2006 4.5
E26
Madness and Darkness and...
Mar 29, 2006 4.0

Cast · Directed by Yuzo Sato

Masato Hagiwara
Masato Hagiwara
Akagi (voice)
Toru Furuya
Toru Furuya
Narrator (voice)

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Akagi — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Akagi?

Akagi is streaming on Netflix, Hulu and U-NEXT in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is Akagi on Netflix?

Yes — Akagi is available on Netflix in Japan as of August 2026.

Is Akagi on Amazon Prime Video?

Akagi isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Japan, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Akagi for free?

Akagi is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video in Japan.

How many seasons are in Akagi?

Akagi has 1 season in total (26 episodes). The series concluded in 2006.

Are all episodes of Akagi out yet?

Yes — all 26 episodes across 1 season of Akagi are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Akagi?

No — Akagi ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.

What manga is Akagi based on?

Akagi is based on Akagi by Nobuyuki Fukumoto.