Ushio and Tora

Ushio to Tora follows a high school student who stumbles onto an ancient sentinel bound by a magical spear. When the spear breaks the demon loose, Ushio refuses to leave the creature to its fate and strikes a bargain with the unruly spirit. Tora promises strength in exchange for Ushio’s companionship, and the two form an uneasy alliance to battle waves of malevolent beings that threaten their city and the people around them. The partnership swings between bickering humor and tense action as Ushio learns to control the spear and recognize that monsters can mirror human flaws. Across the city, friends and foes collide as Ushio learns to trust his power without losing his humanity, while new dangers emerge.

Released in 2015 as a TV adaptation, the series brings Kazuhiro Fujita's original manga to life with Toshiki Inoue in the writing room; Tasuku Hatanaka voices Ushio and Rikiya Koyama voices Tora, anchoring the blend of humor and intensity. The animation leans into brisk action, bright color work, and expressive expressions that honor the manga's energy while updating the pacing for modern viewers.

No major awards or nominations are on record for Ushio to Tora 2015. Fans praised the show for its faithful adaptation and dynamic battle scenes, but the series did not snag significant industry accolades.

The 2015 run helped bring Ushio to Tora back into the conversation for new audiences, pairing a classic monster hunter premise with bright character chemistry. Its style and humor sparked fan art, cosplay chatter, and renewed discussion about adapting older manga into modern animation.

Critics and fans alike praised the show for brisk pacing and a balanced take on power and responsibility. It leans on friendship across a wary partnership and the tension between human everyday life and supernatural forces while keeping lighthearted moments intact.