Yu Yu Hakusho

Name: Yu Yu Hakusho
Genre: Anime
Released: 2002-02-23
Cast: Nozomu Sasaki Justin Cook Christopher Sabat Cynthia Cranz

TV-PG
2002
4 Seasons
8.5 (11,613)

Yu Yu Hakusho follows the adventures of Yusuke Urameshi, a street-fighter punk who is fatally hit by a car while pushing a young boy out of the way. His risen spirit is met by Botan, a woman who sends souls across the River Styx to be judged for eternity. Botan explains that Yusuke's act was so out of character that it caught even her kind by surprise and that there currently isn't a place for him in any afterlife realm. Koenma, son of the Underworld's King Enma, makes a bargain with Yusuke; Yusuke can return to the mortal realm after completing a series of tasks. Thanks to the help of Yusuke's friends Keiko and Kuwabara, Yusuke is returned to life as an Underworld Detective who must investigate supernatural goings on in the human world. Not soon after Yusuke is returned to life, his first case rears its head. Three Underworld treasures were stolen by a gang of demons. Thanks in part to his unusual methods as well as his supernatural special attack known as the "Rei Gun," he manages to recollect the three treasures. Some time later, Yusuke must travel to the mountains to find an aged, female combat master named Genkai. Yusuke joins Kuwabara in Genkai's tournament, with the winner declared Genkai's successor. Yusuke joins the tournament as a cover to find Rando, a demon who steals martial arts techniques and kills the user. Yusuke manages to defeat Rando in the final match of the tournament, receiving several months of training and spiritual focus from Genkai. With his training finished, Yusuke is sent to the Underworld's Maze Castle along with Kuwabara as well as Kurama and Hiei, demons from Yusuke's first case who have since reformed, to assist in defeating the Four Beasts, Byakko, Suzaku, Genbu, and Seiryu, who plan on blackmailing Koenma into separating the Underworld-Humanworld barrier. After the Four Beasts are soundly defeated, Season 2 opens with Yusuke participating in the Dark Tournament along with his teammates Kuwabara, Hiei, Kurama, and Genkai in disguise. The ultimate goal of the tournament is revealed with plans to create a large hole between the Demon Plane and the human world. Yu Yu Hakusho is a 112 episode, four season anime produced by Studio Pierrot.

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Seasons

4 3 2 1

99. Haunted by the Past

September 17, 1994

After years in exile, Hiei finally returns to his homeland with one thing on his mind: revenge. But to complete his mission, Hiei must first survive an encounter with yet another demon from his past.

98. Return to Demon World

September 10, 1994

Control of Demon World is divided among three rulers: Raizen, Yomi, and Mukuro. From his deathbed, Raizen invites his descendant, Yusuke, to return to Demon World to train - and challenges him to a battle!

97. Departing Living World

September 3, 1994

Two kings of Demon World offer Kurama and Hiei dangerous propositions. Meanwhile, Yusuke learns that the only thing more difficult than making an irreversible decision is convincing Kayko that everything will be all right.

96. Three Strangers, Three Kings

August 27, 1994

Yusuke learns that his ancestor is a king in Demon World! Unless Urameshi travels to Demon World soon, the balance of power could shift and spell the end of humanity's reign at the top of the food chain.

95. Yusuke's Destiny

August 20, 1994

Yusuke Urameshi suffers from a recurring nightmare that he just can't shake. In order to figure out the deeper meaning behind the bizarre dreams, Genkai sends Yusuke to the home of a former Spirit Detective.

94. Topside

August 13, 1994

When Yusuke's team returns topside, King Yama's soldiers arrive with orders to destroy Yusuke once and for all. Could this be the end? How much energy does the Spirit Detective have after his exhausting battle with Sensui?

93. Sensui's End

August 6, 1994

As the battle against Sensui concludes, Koenma tells Yusuke that he must choose between Demon World and Living World. Without hesitation, Yusuke makes his decision!

92. The Proof

July 30, 1994

Although Yusuke's skill and strength have increased, he is still clumsy with his new abilities. Unfortunately, there is no time to adjust and practice his new powers - Sensui is ready for their final confrontation.

91. Waking the Lost

July 23, 1994

Kuwabara, Kurama, and Hiei charge into the tunnel in an effort to rid all worlds of Sensui forever. Meanwhile, King Yama's soldiers arrive to take Yusuke's body away in order to ensure he is never revived.

90. Attempting Revenge

July 16, 1994

Kuwabara, Kurama, and Hiei unleash their most devastating attacks on Sensui, who retreats within the tunnel. Meanwhile, King Yama reveals a dark secret to Botan. What does he know about Yusuke that the others do not?

89. Death of a Spirit Detective

July 9, 1994

Filled with rage, Kuwabara watches helplessly as Yusuke struggles in battle against Sensui. He manages to free Kurama and Hiei, but it appears Yusuke Urameshi is doomed.

88. The True Face of Sensui

July 2, 1994

Koenma's tactics have saved Yusuke for now, but Yusuke won't allow the Prince of Spirit World to use his pacifier. While they discuss their next move, the terrible gateway between Demon World and Living World opens.

87. Power Between the Teeth

June 25, 1994

As Itsuki explains more about the bizarre Sensui, Koenma prepares to use his most powerful weapon to create a barrier that may stop the demons from flooding Living World.

86. The Difference Maker

June 18, 1994

The battle between Yusuke and Sensui continues, and Yusuke learns he is no match for the former Spirit Detective. As Sensui prepares the finishing blow, aid comes in a most unexpected package.

85. Spirit Detective Showdown

June 11, 1994

The tunnel to Demon World is opening. Can Yusuke's team still save the human race? Only a dramatic showdown between past and present Spirit Detectives will reveal the truth!

28. To the Future

December 17, 1994

Kuwabara is studying hard for his college entrance exams, but nothing could prepare him for what happens when he arrives at a mysterious meeting with Genkai. One after the other, the old gang shows up - but where is Yusuke?

18. To The Future

April 1, 2006

As Yusuke and the others fought in Demon World Kuwabara stayed in Human World and is now in high school. Kuwabara is also the top of his class. He, Kurama, Kayko,and Shizru were invited to Genkai's house. Koenma and Botan show up as well. The only person not there is Yusuke. The final episode of Yu Yu Hakusho and it wraps up everything.

17. Closure

March 25, 2006

Yusuke and Yomi's fight continues and they are both even.The winner could be anyone.As this match ends the winner of the Demon World Tournament will be decided now.

16. A Reason to Fight

March 18, 2006

Yusuke prepares for his next match against Yomi.Can Yusuke defeat Yomi more importantly has Yusuke finally realized who he is?

15. Love and War

March 11, 2006

Hiei fights Mukuro in his next match.As the battle goes on it is clear Mukuro is stronger than Hiei.But Hiei still has the Dragon of the Darkness Flame.Will the dragon work on Mukuro?

14. Farewell, Kurama

March 4, 2006

Kurama gets ready for his next match.But he is also fighting his inner demons as well.Will Kurama be the victor in both battles.

13. The Demon World Tournament Begins

February 25, 2006

The main tournament has begun.Fighters are being knocked out left and right.The favorites to win the tournament is to be Yomi or Mukuro.Can Yusuke,Hiei,or Kurama pull out an upset.

12. The Battle of Father and Son

February 18, 2006

Yomi must fight his son Shura.

11. The Preliminaries

February 11, 2006

The Demon World Tournament is about to begin.The winner of this tournament will become the ruler of Demon World.We see some old friends fight in the tournament.

10. Every Demon For Himself

February 4, 2006

Yusuke is now the king of Raizen's land.As his first act is to see Yomi.What does the ex-Spirit Detective have in mind?

9. Inheritance

January 28, 2006

It has been one year since Yusuke,Hiei,and Kurama have come to Demon World.Hiei is Mukuro's second in command.Kurama is Yomi's second and Yusuke is prince of Raizen's kingdom.Raizen is dieing and only has a little time left.Before he goes he tells Yusuke how he met Yusuke's human ancestor.Yusuke's bloodline is finally reveled.

8. Torn Between Identities

January 21, 2006

Kurama has agreed to be Yomi's adviser.As his first act he promises Yomi six powerful demons from Human World.Who are these demons and can they be trusted?Koenma worries that Yusuke,Hiei,and Kurama don't realize that the winner of this centuries war will effect all three worlds.

7. Reunion of the Bandits

January 14, 2006

Kurama returns to Demon World to meet with his old friend Yomi,who is now one of the three kings of Demon World.Kurama doesn't trust Yomi.What happen between this two in the past.Some of Yoko's past is explored.

6. The Secret of the Jagan

January 7, 2006

Hiei is about to fight Shigrue the man who gave him the Jagan eye.If he wins he will become one of Mukuro's elite fighters.Hiei thinks back on his life and what he has to live for.Can Hiei beat Shigure or is this finally the end of the fire demon?

5. Haunted by the Past

December 31, 2005

It has been six months since Yusuke came to Demon World.Hiei has been training with Mukuro on of the three king of Demon World.Hiei's power has increased so much he can kill A class demons now.Hiei thinks back on his past and how he came to be who he is.

4. Return to Demon World

December 24, 2005

Yusuke has returned to Demon World to meet his demon ancestor Raizen one of the three kings of Demon World.Yusuke is angry at Raizen for getting involved with his fight with Sensui.Yusuke wants to fight him but does he know what he is getting into?

3. Departing Living World

December 17, 2005

Yusuke has listened to the Hokushin's story about his ancestor Raizen.Will Yusuke return to Demon World to help out Raizen?Else where Kurama and Hiei are visited by servants of the other two kings of Demon World Mukuro and Yomi asking them to join them.Will Kurama and Hiei join the other two kings.If so what will happen to Yusuke,Kurama,and Hiei's friendship?

2. Three Strangers, Three Kings

December 10, 2005

During Yusuke's stay with the first Spirit Detective, three strangers appear, having come from Demon World with the intent of speaking to Yusuke. A great threat to Human World is brought to light; a war between demon kings. If one king should overtake the others, the change of power could mean a time of chaos for the human race, depending on who gains control. If Yusuke wishes to prevent chaos and protect Human World, then he must go into the dark depths of Demon World, leaving his friends and family behind.

1. Yusuke's Destiny

December 3, 2005

Ever since Sensui died Yusuke has be having the same wried dream,he doesn't know where he belongs anymore.After visiting Genkai she sends him to Kurou Satou the very first Spirit Detective.Will Yusuke get the answers he wants from Kurou or is there someone else following him that can answer his questions?

100. The Secret of the Jagan

September 24, 1994

Now that Hiei has become strong enough to easily slay A-Class Demons, Mukuro calls forth an even tougher foe: the demon that implanted Hiei's Jagan Eye! Does Hiei have the strength - and desire - to survive the encounter?

101. Reunion of the Bandits

October 1, 1994

Yomi, one of the three Kings of Demon World, has summoned Kurama to his inner sanctum. Just as Yusuke and Hiei were forced to face their demons, Kurama must now confront the secrets of his own past.

102. Torn Between Identities

October 8, 1994

Yomi has forced Kurama to serve as his advisor, but the alliance is hardly stable due to the ancient hatred they share. Meanwhile, some familiar faces from the past return for one more shot against Yusuke!

103. Inheritance

October 15, 1994

It's been nearly a year since Yusuke, Hiei, and Kurama arrived in Demon World. With the former teammates in high positions on conflicting sides, can Yusuke prevent an inevitable clash and keep Demon World at peace?

104. Every Demon for Himself

October 22, 1994

Raizen's death has upset the balance of power in Demon World. As Mukuro and Yomi prepare their next move, Yusuke arrives at a brilliant decision that just might preserve the peace. But at what cost?

105. The Preliminaries

October 29, 1994

By embracing Yusuke's unlikely proposal, Yomi and Mukuro have secured peace for the moment. Nonetheless, the battle to control Demon World must begin. Who will win the tournament and grasp complete power?

106. The Battle of Father and Son

November 5, 1994

As the preliminary round of the tournament draws to a close, one match between a father and son still rages on. Before the competition can continue, the vigor of youth must defeat the patience of age.

107. The Demon World Tournament Begins

November 12, 1994

As the main bouts of the Demon World tournament get underway, it looks like some of the fighters' motivations for entering aren't exactly what they seemed. They all have their eyes on one warrior as the prize - Yusuke.

108. Farewell, Kurama

November 19, 1994

Kurama must face Shigure in the ring, and as tempers and anxieties flare, the resurgence of Yoko Kurama begins! Will Kurama find a way to keep his anger from taking over?

109. Love and War

November 26, 1994

Hiei steps into the ring against Mukuro, who proves willing to exploit the horrors of Hiei's past. Will this give the shackled fighter the advantage? In order to survive, Hiei prepares to unleash his ultimate weapon.

110. A Reason to Fight

December 3, 1994

As the Demon World Tournament rages on, Yusuke finds himself staring down Yomi. Both warriors have their own reasons for competing, but one soon learns he may not have any reason to continue.

111. Closure

December 10, 1994

Yusuke awakens from his fight with Yomi to discover all but one fighter has been eliminated! Demon World has its new King! Who emerged victorious? And what does it mean for the three worlds?

Yu Yu Hakusho

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Description

Not soon after Yusuke is returned to life, his first case rears its head. Three Underworld treasures were stolen by a gang of demons. Thanks in part to his unusual methods as well as his supernatural special attack known as the "Rei Gun," he manages to recollect the three treasures. Some time later, Yusuke must travel to the mountains to find an aged, female combat master named Genkai. Yusuke joins Kuwabara in Genkai's tournament, with the winner declared Genkai's successor. Yusuke joins the tournament as a cover to find Rando, a demon who steals martial arts techniques and kills the user. Yusuke manages to defeat Rando in the final match of the tournament, receiving several months of training and spiritual focus from Genkai.

With his training finished, Yusuke is sent to the Underworld's Maze Castle along with Kuwabara as well as Kurama and Hiei, demons from Yusuke's first case who have since reformed, to assist in defeating the Four Beasts, Byakko, Suzaku, Genbu, and Seiryu, who plan on blackmailing Koenma into separating the Underworld-Humanworld barrier.

After the Four Beasts are soundly defeated, Season 2 opens with Yusuke participating in the Dark Tournament along with his teammates Kuwabara, Hiei, Kurama, and Genkai in disguise. The ultimate goal of the tournament is revealed with plans to create a large hole between the Demon Plane and the human world.

Yu Yu Hakusho is a 112 episode, four season anime produced by Studio Pierrot.Yu Yu Hakusho is a series that is currently running and has 4 seasons (186 episodes). The series first aired on February 23, 2002.

Yu Yu Hakusho is available for streaming on the Cartoon Network website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Yu Yu Hakusho on demand at Amazon, Hulu, Microsoft Movies & TV, Apple TV, Crunchyroll and Tubi TV.