Anime Inuyasha (犬夜叉) is available for unlimited streaming on DMM TV, U-NEXT, and Hulu in Japan. The information below covers the full TV series of 167 episodes, updated as of October 2026. It does not include Inuyasha: The Final Act (犬夜叉 完結編), the theatrical films, or Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon.

Streaming Platform Overview

• DMM TV — Unlimited streaming; ¥550/month (tax included); 14-day free trial; 550 bonus points on first sign-up
• U-NEXT — Unlimited streaming; ¥2,189/month (tax included); 31-day free trial; ¥500 worth of points on first sign-up (valid for 30 days)
• Hulu — Unlimited streaming; ¥1,320/month (tax included); no free trial period
• Amazon Prime Video — Rental only (not included with Prime membership); from ¥110/episode (SD quality)
• TSUTAYA DISCAS — DVD home delivery rental; “定額レンタル8ダブル” plan at ¥2,200/month (up to 8 discs per month); no late fees

TVer (Japan’s free catch-up TV service) and Netflix do not currently carry the series.

Why DMM TV Stands Out

Among the unlimited-streaming options, DMM TV offers the lowest monthly fee at just ¥550. Subscribers can watch all 167 episodes at their own pace with no additional charges. The 14-day free trial is enough to sample the opening arc (“Encounter Arc,” episodes 1–44) before committing. DMM TV’s anime catalogue spans both classic long-running series from the 2000s and current seasonal titles.

U-NEXT and Hulu: Who Are They For?

U-NEXT suits viewers who want anime, films, and dramas all in one place. At ¥2,189/month it is pricier, but the 31-day free trial and ¥500 bonus points offer good value for exploring its broad catalogue.

Hulu is operated by Nippon Television and is a strong choice for fans of Japanese TV dramas and variety shows alongside anime. At ¥1,320/month, it has no free trial period.

Rental Options: Amazon Prime Video and TSUTAYA DISCAS

Amazon Prime Video is ideal for viewers who want to revisit specific episodes — such as the battles against the Band of Seven or the confrontations with Sesshomaru — without a monthly subscription. For watching all 167 episodes, an unlimited plan is more cost-effective.

TSUTAYA DISCAS is suited to those without a fast internet connection or who prefer watching on a DVD player. There are no late-return penalties.

Story and Highlights

Inuyasha is based on the manga by Rumiko Takahashi, serialised in Weekly Shōnen Sunday (Shogakukan). The TV anime aired on Yomiuri TV / Nippon TV from 2000, running for 167 episodes, and was animated by Sunrise.

Synopsis: Ninth-grader Kagome Higurashi is pulled through a well into Japan’s Sengoku period, where she frees the half-demon boy Inuyasha from a 50-year seal placed by the shrine maiden Kikyo. The sacred Shikon Jewel hidden within Kagome shatters during a demon attack, scattering its shards across the land. Kagome and Inuyasha set out to recover every fragment, joined by the fox-demon kit Shippo, the wind-tunnel monk Miroku, and the demon-slayer Sango, all while pursuing the arch-villain Naraku, who manipulated Inuyasha and Kikyo half a century ago.

Key highlights include the love triangle between Inuyasha, Kagome, and Kikyo; Inuyasha’s rivalry with his half-brother Sesshomaru over the demon sword Tessaiga; and battles against Naraku’s incarnations and the Band of Seven. The series is divided into four arcs: Encounter Arc (eps. 1–44), Battle Arc (eps. 45–87), Band of Seven Arc (eps. 88–127), and Growth Arc (eps. 128–167).

Main Cast

• Inuyasha — Kappei Yamaguchi
• Kagome Higurashi — Satsuki Yukino
• Shippo — Kumiko Watanabe
• Miroku — Koji Tsujitani
• Sango — Houko Kuwashima
• Kikyo — Noriko Hidaka
• Sesshomaru — Ken Narita

Production Details

• Original manga: Rumiko Takahashi (Weekly Shōnen Sunday, Shogakukan)
• Broadcast start: 2000
• Network: Yomiuri TV / Nippon TV
• Episodes: 167
• Directors: Masashi Ikeda, Yasunao Aoki
• Series composition: Katsuyuki Sumisawa
• Character design: Yoshihito Hishinuma
• Music: Kaoru Wada
• Production: Yomiuri TV / Sunrise

FAQ

Is Inuyasha on Netflix?

The series was not found on Netflix as of the latest check. For unlimited viewing, use DMM TV, U-NEXT, or Hulu.

Is it free with Amazon Prime?

No — Inuyasha on Amazon Prime Video is rental-only and is not included in the standard Prime membership.

How does Inuyasha: The Final Act differ?

Inuyasha: The Final Act (犬夜叉 完結編) is a separate sequel series. This article covers only the original 167-episode TV series; the sequel, films, and Yashahime are not included.