TV Series - Oct 4, 2003 through Dec 20, 2003
Alternate Titles
Ningyo no Mori - Japanese
Rumic Theater: Mermaid Forest - English
Takahashi Rumiko Gekijou: Ningyo no Mori - Japanese
高橋留美子劇場 人魚の森 - Japanese
Content: Mature
Synopsis
As ancient legend has it, mermaid flesh has the power to grant immortality if eaten. It has been over 500 years since Yuta unknowingly ate mermaid fleshing leaving him alone traveling across Japan searching for a mermaid with hopes of being able to return back to normal. However, when Yuta finally discovers the mermaids he finds a young girl in which have been raising to eat in order to steal her youthful looks. With no choice Yuta kills the mermaids rescuing the girl who has already eaten mermaid flesh and been granted mortality. While disappointed that he has lost his chance to return back to normal, he is grateful that he is no longer alone as the two of them journey together in hopes of one day freeing themselves from their curse.
Audiences: Shōnen
Genres: Adventure, Drama, Horror, Romance
Themes: Folklore/Mythology, Mythical Creatures