Inuyasha, the popular manga and anime series by Rumiko Takahashi, has a sequel that follows the next generation of characters. Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon (Hanyo no Yashahime) is an anime-only spin-off that centers on the daughters of Inuyasha, Kagome and Sesshomaru. Here are some of the things you need to know about this new series.
The Plot: Inuyasha Sequel Yashahime
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Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon takes place 18 years after the events of Inuyasha: The Final Act, the anime adaptation of the last arc of the manga. The story focuses on three young girls who are connected by blood and destiny.
Towa Higurashi: The elder twin daughter of Sesshomaru and Rin. She is a half-demon who was separated from her sister at the age of four during a forest fire.
She was transported to the modern era, where she was adopted by Kagome’s brother Sota and his wife Moe. She grew up as a tomboy who learned martial arts and swordsmanship. She is loyal, brave and compassionate, but also impulsive and reckless.
Setsuna: The younger twin daughter of Sesshomaru and Rin. She is a half-demon who stayed in the feudal era after being separated from her sister. She became a demon slayer under the guidance of Kohaku, Sango’s brother.
She has no memories of her past, as they were stolen by a mysterious Dream Butterfly. She is cold, aloof and pragmatic, but also skilled and determined.
Moroha: The only daughter of Inuyasha and Kagome. She is a quarter-demon who inherited her father’s dog ears and her mother’s spiritual powers. She works as a bounty hunter who slays demons for money.
She has never met her parents, as they were sealed away by a powerful enemy when she was a baby. She is cheerful, adventurous and confident, but also greedy and careless.
The three girls embark on a journey across time and space to recover their lost memories, reunite with their parents and face the threats that lurk in the shadows.
The Characters
Here are all the characters of Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon:
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Princess Half-Demon features many familiar faces from the original series, as well as some new ones. Here are some of the main characters:
Sesshomaru
The powerful dog-demon lord who is the father of Towa and Setsuna. He is still aloof, proud and mysterious, but also shows a softer side towards his daughters. He has a complicated relationship with Inuyasha, his half-brother.
Rin
The human girl who was saved by Sesshomaru when she was a child. She is the mother of Towa and Setsuna. She is kind, gentle and innocent, but also strong-willed and brave. She has a deep bond with Sesshomaru, but her current whereabouts are unknown.
Inuyasha
The half-demon son of the great dog-demon Inu no Taisho. He is the father of Moroha. He is still hot-headed, stubborn and protective, but also caring and loyal. He wields the Tessaiga, a powerful sword that can slay demons.
Kagome Higurashi
The reincarnation of the priestess Kikyo who traveled from the modern era to the feudal era. She is the mother of Moroha. She is still kind, smart and courageous, but also clumsy and naive. She has strong spiritual powers that can purify evil.
Kirara
The two-tailed cat-demon who was Sango’s companion. She now accompanies Setsuna as her mount and partner. She is loyal, fierce and adorable.
Kaede
The elderly priestess who is Kikyo’s younger sister. She acts as a mentor and guardian to the young demon slayers. She is wise, calm and supportive.
Kohaku
The leader of the demon slayers who is Sango’s younger brother. He was once possessed by Naraku, but was freed by his sister. He now trains Setsuna and other young warriors. He is brave, kind and responsible.
Hisui
The son of Miroku and Sango who is also a demon slayer. He works with Kohaku and Setsuna. He is shy, polite and respectful.
Takechiyo
A tanuki (raccoon-dog) demon who works as Moroha’s partner and manager. He collects bounties for her and handles her finances. He is cunning, greedy and sarcastic.
Riku
A mysterious young man who claims to be a pirate. He has an interest in Towa and often helps her out. He has a connection to Kirinmaru, the main antagonist of the series.
The Manga
Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon has a manga adaptation that started serialization in September 2021 in Shonen Sunday S magazine in Japan.
It is illustrated by Takashi Shiina based on the original story by Rumiko Takahashi and Katsuyuki Sumisawa.
Viz Media has licensed the manga for North America. The manga follows the same plot as the anime, but with some differences in details and pacing.
FAQ: The Ultimate Guide To your questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon:
Q: Is Yashahime canon?
A: Yes, Yashahime is considered canon as it is based on the original story by Rumiko Takahashi, who also supervises the anime production.
Q: How many seasons are there?
A: There are two seasons of Yashahime so far. The first season aired from October 2020 to March 2021 with 24 episodes. The second season aired from October 2021 to March 2022 with 24 episodes.
Q: Where can I watch Yashahime?
A: You can watch Yashahime on various streaming platforms depending on your region. For example:
- Crunchyroll (worldwide except Asia)
- Funimation (North America)
- Hulu (North America)
- Animax Asia (Southeast Asia)
- Ani-One Asia (South Asia)
Q: What happened to Inuyasha and Kagome?
A: Inuyasha and Kagome were sealed away in the Black Pearl by Kirinmaru’s minion Zero when Moroha was a baby. They are still alive but trapped inside their father’s grave at Mt. Hakurei.
Q: What happened to Sesshomaru and Rin?
A: Sesshomaru and Rin are still alive but their current whereabouts are unknown. They left their daughters under Kaede’s care when they were four years old. They occasionally visit them in secret.
Q: Why does Setsuna not remember Towa?
A: Setsuna does not remember Towa or anything else from her past because she was affected by the Dream Butterfly when she was four years old. The Dream Butterfly feeds on people’s dreams and memories while they sleep. Setsuna has not slept since then.
Q: Who is Kirinmaru?
A: Kirinmaru is an ancient dog-demon lord who ruled over eastern lands during feudal times. He was once allies with Inu no Taisho, Inuyasha’s father. However, he became corrupted by his power and sought to destroy humanity.
He was defeated by Inu no Taisho with the help of his sons Inuyasha and Sesshomaru. However, he survived his wounds and went into hiding for centuries. He now seeks to alter time itself by destroying his enemies’ descendants.
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