Mushishi
Anime Like The Ancient Magus’ Bride
Set in a time between the Edo and Meiji periods of Japanese history, the series follows Ginko, a traveler and Mushi Master who wanders the country in search of mythical creatures known as Mushi. Capable of managing incredible feats and untold dangers ranging from predicting disasters to robbing people of their senses, these creatures interact with and prey on most anyone, forcing the people of the land to turn to Ginko in the hopes of discovering a solution or a way to co-exist with these powerful creatures.
A contemplative and mellow series, the show is perfect for anyone who is looking for anime like The Ancient Magus’ Bride, and for something to stoke their imagination while also helping them relax at the end of a long day. Each new tale of wondrous happenings and other-worldly phenomenons will draw you further into the world, stoking the embers of your childhood imagination and dreams of the fantastical lying just beyond the veil of reality.
