OVA Tokyo Ghoul: PINTO (東京喰種トーキョーグール【PINTO】) is a special entry in the Tokyo Ghoul series released on Blu-ray and DVD in December 2015. It delves into the middle-school past of Tsukiyama Shuu and his first encounter with classmate Hori Chie (ホリチエ), a girl with a distinctly unique personality.
Where to Stream OVA Tokyo Ghoul: PINTO
As of now (information as of May 2026), this OVA is available for unlimited (見放題) streaming on several Japanese platforms: DMM TV, U-NEXT, d Anime Store (dアニメストア), Lemino, and Hulu. Amazon Prime Video offers it as a rental, and TSUTAYA DISCAS provides DVD-by-mail rental.
- DMM TV — Unlimited | ¥550/month | 14-day free trial + 550 pt bonus on signup
- U-NEXT — Unlimited | ¥2,189/month | 31-day free trial + 600 pt bonus on signup
- d Anime Store — Unlimited | From ¥660/month | First month free (31 days)
- Lemino — Unlimited | ¥1,540/month | First month free
- Hulu — Unlimited | ¥1,026/month | No free trial
- Netflix — Unlimited | From ¥890/month | No free trial
- Amazon Prime Video — Rental | ¥600/month (Prime) | 30-day free trial
- TSUTAYA DISCAS — DVD by mail | ¥2,200/month (8-disc plan) | 30-day free trial
All prices listed are tax-inclusive. Service availability and pricing may change; please verify on each platform’s website or app.
About the OVA Tokyo Ghoul: PINTO
This OVA runs approximately 24 minutes (1 episode) and is adapted from the short story “Photograph” in the light novel Tokyo Ghoul: Days (東京喰種［日々］) by Towada Shin, itself a spin-off based on the manga by Ishida Sui.
- Release date: December 2015 (Blu-ray / DVD)
- Episodes: 1 episode (approx. 24 minutes)
- Source: Manga by Ishida Sui / Novel by Towada Shin
- Director: Matsubayashi Yuito
- Script: Shimada Soichi
- Character design: Kurihara Manabu, Miwa Kazuhiro
- Music: Yamada Yutaka
- Studio: Studio Pierrot
Story Summary
While Tsukiyama Shuu is hunting for a “delicious meal,” he is inadvertently photographed by classmate Hori Chie. Rather than being frightened, she is thrilled to have captured such a striking shot of Tsukiyama in his monstrous state, sparking his curiosity about her — and leading him to invite her to a “dinner” to find out what kind of person she truly is.
Main Voice Cast
- Tsukiyama Shuu — voiced by Miyano Mamoru (notable roles: Light Yagami in DEATH NOTE, Setsuna F. Seiei in Mobile Suit Gundam 00)
- Hori Chie — voiced by Han Megumi (notable roles: Gon Freecss in HUNTER×HUNTER, Cure Princess in HappinessCharge PreCure!)
Miyano Mamoru perfectly conveys the elegance and sharp intellect of Tsukiyama, while Han Megumi brings Hori Chie to life with an appealing vivacity and a hidden depth.
What Makes PINTO Special: Tsukiyama and Hori Chie’s High School Days
What makes this OVA particularly compelling is the chance to see Tsukiyama Shuu during his high school years, before he became fully defined as he appears in the main story. His curiosity about humans and his desire to observe them is rendered in careful detail, giving viewers a deeper understanding of the character.
Moreover, PINTO marks the starting point of the relationship between Tsukiyama and Hori Chie — a character who later reappears in Tokyo Ghoul: re. Watching PINTO before :re makes her scenes there significantly more meaningful and emotionally resonant.
Recommended Viewing Order for the Tokyo Ghoul Series
For those who want to watch the full series, the recommended order is as follows:
- Tokyo Ghoul (Season 1)
- Tokyo Ghoul √A (Season 2)
- OVA Tokyo Ghoul: JACK (Special — main characters are Arima and Juuzou)
- OVA Tokyo Ghoul: PINTO (Special — main character is Tsukiyama)
- Tokyo Ghoul: re (Season 3)
- Tokyo Ghoul: re Final Season (Season 4)
Although the events of PINTO take place several years before the main story, watching it after √A will help viewers better appreciate the character’s context.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch PINTO without having seen the main series?
To some extent, yes — it is a self-contained special with a fairly complete story arc of its own. However, if you already know Tsukiyama from Seasons 1–2, the contrast between his high school persona and his appearance in the main story becomes much clearer and more rewarding.
Should I watch JACK or PINTO first?
It is recommended to watch JACK before PINTO in release order, but since both stories are independent of each other, switching the order does not significantly affect comprehension.
Does Hori Chie appear in the main series?
Yes, Hori Chie returns in Tokyo Ghoul: re. Getting to know her through PINTO first makes her role in :re far more impactful and satisfying.
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