HATU: Vampire Syndrome
The protagonist, high school student Akira Sakaguchi (played by Atsushi Harada), desires a normal human life, yet he is a vampire who cannot survive without consuming human blood. The series depicts the various human relationships surrounding Akira. It faced accusations of plagiarism for bearing striking similarities to Kazumasa Hirai's novel “The Wolf's Crest,” leading Hirai to publicly criticize Naoyuki Tomomatsu, who served as both screenwriter and director for this work.
Cast: Atsushi Harada, Hitomi Miwa, Kazumi Murata
Season 1
13 episodes
- 1. The Transfer StudentAkira (Atsushi Harada), who transferred to the evening high school, immediately became the center of attention among the female students. The male students, displeased by this, picked a fight with him. Akira was injured, but his wounds healed by the next day—only to reveal fangs at the corners of his mouth...CC25minJan 5, 2002
- 2. Suspicion After SchoolHomeroom teacher Yukiko (Hitomi Miwa) finds herself drawn to Akira (Atsushi Harada) yet remains puzzled by the scar on his face. She visits his home but is turned away. At the same time, the body of a woman who had been drained of blood is found in the city...CC25minJan 12, 2002
- 3. Their SecretNo synopsis available yet.CC25minJan 19, 2002
- 4. Scream of BloodNo synopsis available yet.CC25minJan 26, 2002
- 5. Afternoon AffairNo synopsis available yet.CC25minFeb 2, 2002
- 6. Days of ErosionNo synopsis available yet.CC25minFeb 9, 2002
- 7. Garbage and SignalsNo synopsis available yet.CC25minFeb 16, 2002
- 8. The InterviewNo synopsis available yet.CC25minFeb 23, 2002
- 9. Wandering SoulsNo synopsis available yet.CC25minMar 2, 2002
- 10. The Lost KittenNo synopsis available yet.CC25minMar 9, 2002
- 11. The Girl in LoveNo synopsis available yet.CC25minMar 16, 2002
- 12. Words That Speak of LoveNo synopsis available yet.CC25minMar 23, 2002
- 13. A Happy EndingNo synopsis available yet.CC25minMar 30, 2002
HATU: Vampire Syndrome
The protagonist, high school student Akira Sakaguchi (played by Atsushi Harada), desires a normal human life, yet he is a vampire who cannot survive without consuming human blood. The series depicts the various human relationships surrounding Akira. It faced accusations of plagiarism for bearing striking similarities to Kazumasa Hirai's novel “The Wolf's Crest,” leading Hirai to publicly criticize Naoyuki Tomomatsu, who served as both screenwriter and director for this work.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Naoyuki Tomomatsu, Chisato Ōgawara
- Studio
- Television Kanagawa
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
Japanese
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
