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2018
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Banana Fish is a Japanese anime television series that premiered in July 2018. The series is an adaptation of a manga series that was written by Akimi Yoshida and ran from 1985 to 1994. The anime adaptation was produced by MAPPA, directed by Hiroko Utsumi, and written by Hiroshi Seko.

The story of Banana Fish is set in the United States during the 1980s. The main character, Ash Lynx, is a teenage gang leader in New York City's underground world of organized crime. After the mysterious suicide of his brother and the acquisition of a strange drug known as "banana fish," Ash sets out to uncover the truth behind his brother's death and the drug's involvement.

One day, Ash meets Eiji Okumura, a young photographer from Japan, and the two quickly form a deep bond. Eiji becomes an important part of Ash's life, and the two of them work together to unravel the mysteries surrounding banana fish. Along the way, they encounter a wide variety of characters, each with their own agendas and motivations.

The anime takes a deeply emotional look into Ash's past, revealing the abuse and trauma he suffered at the hands of an older man who raised him as a sex slave. The story tackles heavy subjects such as child abuse, addiction, and corruption in the American government. Despite its serious themes, Banana Fish balances the darker aspects with moments of levity and humor.

The animation style of Banana Fish is visually stunning, with an attention to detail in the characters' facial expressions and movements. The fight scenes are expertly choreographed and often brutal, with Ash using his street smarts and quick reflexes to outmaneuver his opponents.

The voice acting is also exceptional, with Yuma Uchida providing a nuanced and emotional performance as Ash, and Kenji Nojima bringing a gentle and warm quality to Eiji's character. The chemistry between the two leads is palpable, and the tenderness of their relationship provides a much-needed counterbalance to the violence and trauma they face.

Overall, Banana Fish is a gripping and intense anime series that delves into some very heavy subject matter. The series mixes fast-paced action with moments of heart and humor, making for a rollercoaster of emotions. The bond between Ash and Eiji is the beating heart of the series, providing a sense of hope and connection in a world that often seems hopeless. Anyone looking for a crime drama with heart and substance should give Banana Fish a watch.

BANANA FISH is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (28 episodes). The series first aired on July 5, 2018.

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24. The Catcher in the Rye

December 20, 2018

Ash demands to have the hostages released, in exchange for sparing Golzine's life. But that's when Foxx betrays Golzine. Cain, Sing, and Blanca quickly take action to save the hostages together with Ash. Meanwhile, Eiji, who's in the hospital, decides to finally head back to Japan, but just can't seem to get Ash off of his mind...

23. For Whom the Bell Tolls

December 13, 2018

Eiji is shot, and is taken to the hospital. Ash tries to go with him, but it's none other than Blanca who stops him. Blanca tries to take care of Ash's wound, but Ash points a gun at him. Meanwhile, Sing who is feeling guilty for two of his guys shooting Eiji and Ash, makes one important decision...

22. As I Lay Dying

December 6, 2018

As Max and the guys are being held captive, Ash goes to face Foxx. In the meantime, Max and the guys are taken to the National Mental Health Institute. Eiji and Sing head to rescue Ash together with Cain, and Alex follows the car with Max and the guys on it.

22. As I Lay Dying

December 6, 2018

22. As I Lay Dying

December 6, 2018

22. As I Lay Dying

December 6, 2018

21. The Undefeated

November 29, 2018

Ash and the other guys successfully flee from Golzine and Yut Lung. A wounded Sing also manages to return to their place, but his guys have been taken hostage by Yut Lung. Ash and Cain set about coming up with a way to rescue them. Meanwhile, Yut Lung, with Yuen-Tai Lao on his side and the hostages in his grasp, seems to have a certain plan up his sleeve...

20. The Unvanquished

November 22, 2018

Eiji finds out that Ash will be present at a party hosted by Golzine, and heads there with Sing, Cain, and Alex. Accompanying Yut Lung to the same party is Blanca. He secretly approaches Ash, who has gone temporarily blind due to some medication he was given.

19. Ice Palace

November 15, 2018

Ash falls into the hands of Golzine, following a deal with Yut Lung. Eiji senses that Yut Lung has something to do with Ash not coming back and goes to see Sing to find out more about it. Meanwhile, Yut Lung approaches Blanca, who has just sealed the deal with Golzine, and invites him to work with him instead.

18. Islands in the Stream

November 8, 2018

Ash returns from Kippard's room and Eiji happily starts looking after him. One day, Ash goes out into town with Max, and there, he hears about Holstock's death. Ash is convinced that Kippard and Holstock were murdered by someone. The one who did it was actually someone that Ash would never want to accept.

17. The Killers

November 1, 2018

Ash has fled from the National Mental Health Institute and is heading to Sing's hideout. There, he sees Eiji again. Sing finds out why Shorter was killed and tries to tell the others but Ash stops him. Tension fills the air. Meanwhile, Hua-Lung asks for Golzine and Golzine heads to the Lee mansion. There, Yut Lung was waiting for him...

16. Lo, the Poor Peacock

October 25, 2018

Ash steals the ID of a security guard and succeeds in fleeing. He takes Dawson with him. The guards notice, but can't get hold of them. Meantime, Max and Ibe, who got into the National Mental Health Institute posing as some random head to rescue Ash

15. The Garden of Eden

October 18, 2018

Eiji hears that Ash is dead, but just can't believe it. He takes Yut Lung hostage to get out of the mansion. Once out, Eiji tries to leave Yut Lung but Yut Lung tells Eiji to go ahead and kill himself. Meanwhile, Max, George and Captain Jenkins head to the National Mental Health Institute and there, they see Ash's body being autopsied...

14. Tender is the Night

October 11, 2018

Ash is in the hospital, in critical condition, after being stabbed by Arthur. Max and Ibe are waiting for Eiji at the airport but hear about the incident on the news and contacts Charlie immediately. Eiji is locked up together with gang members, and Ash's words run through his head...

13. The Snows of Kilimanjaro

September 27, 2018

Ash heads to the agreed place where he shall face Arthur to settle it once and for all. Eiji, who had been left behind, wakes up and is told to head back to Japan by Ash's guys. However, as he finds out that Ash is facing Arthur, despite being stopped, he hurries to where Ash is.

12. To Have and Have Not

September 20, 2018

Arthur's guys are killed by Ash back to back, including Wookie. Ash instructs his guys to chase the gangs that are working with Arthur out of Manhattan, all the while making arrangements to send Eiji back to Japan.

11. The Beautiful and Damned

September 13, 2018

Ash and his guys have escaped from Golzine's mansion. Golzine is furious as his mansion is set on fire, and is even angrier to have had Ash slip away from his hands. Ash is back in his hideout, and is spending some quiet time with Eiji but soon enough, he sets out to execute his next plan...

10. Babylon Revisited

September 6, 2018

Shorter being dead, Ash is devastated. Outside, Sing and Alex are carefully planning their rescue mission, to get Ash and Shorter out of Golzine's mansion. Meanwhile, Golzine leaves, taking Arthur with him. Yut Lung witnesses this, and notices something very important...

9. Save Me The Waltz

August 30, 2018

Eiji and Shorter are taken to Golzine's residence, but Shorter is restrained by Golzine's men. Meanwhile, Ash and Max were also headed toward Golzine's residence. In the laboratory there, Abraham is preparing for some type of experiment..

8. Banal Story

August 23, 2018

Jessica and Michael are attacked by someone. Ash and Max go to help the two, and Eiji, Shorter and Ibe were waiting for Ash and Max to come back. However, Eiji is kidnapped by Yut Lung's ruse. Ash returns to the mansion after sensing something wrong

7. The Rich Boy

August 16, 2018

Ash and his group heads to Los Angeles with the address "102, 42 Westwood" after getting away from Golzine's posses. After stopping by Max's ex-wife Jessica and his son Michael's house, they head to the place of the mysterious address. There, they find a mansion, and hear a scream coming from there!

6. My Lost City

August 9, 2018

In the hope that Griffin has left materials and photos of

5. From Death to Morning

August 2, 2018

With Jenkins' discretion, Ash is released. Upon finding out that Griffin has died, Ash tries to go to Golzine by himself. But Eiji insists that the reason Griffin died was because of him, and forcibly follows Ash.

4. This Side of Paradise

July 26, 2018

It was Arthur who appeared before Eiji who was visiting Meredith's medical clinic after being asked by Ash. However, seeing Griffin coming out of the back room of the medical clinic, Abraham becomes confused all of a sudden and shoots Griffin. Eiji presumes that because Griffin called Abraham "Banana Fish", he assumed that it was about him, but he is told by Ib

3. Across the River and into the Trees

July 19, 2018

Ash is sent to prison. The journalist Max who was in the same room was asked to look after Ash by Charlie, a detective. However, a young and good-looking Ash is attacked by Garvey, a prisoner who was under the patronage of Golzine. But in the medical office he was carried into, he finds out that Max has been carrying out research on "Banana Fish". . .

2. In Another Country

July 12, 2018

Skip and Eiji were taken away by Frederick Arthur's gangs. Ash is caught by Marvin, a subordinate of Golzine who has joined hands with Arthur, when he rushed out to save the two who were taken away. The three tries to escape with Ash's tact. However, Shorter shows up and a brawl ensues. Ash pursues Marvin who is running away, but when he enters a room, an unexpected sight unfolds before him.

1. A Perfect Day For Bananafish

July 5, 2018

In New York, Ash Lynx a boy with an perfect appearance and outstanding fighting power has been leading a street gang at the age of 17. One night, Ash is told the word "Banana Fish" from a man shot by his own subordinate. The word was that Griffin, his brother who was pretty crippled, often mentioned. At the same time, he meets Eiji Okumura, a Japanese boy who came as a photographer's assistant.

1. A Perfect Day For Bananafish

July 5, 2018

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