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Jikan REST API

The Jikan REST API enables developers to access detailed MyAnimeList data for creating anime-related applications without any authentication requirements.

Developed by Jikan Project

Live API
99.90%Uptime
200msLatency
1kStars
No AuthAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
v4Version
API Endpoints

Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.

Retrieves detailed information about a specific anime by ID.

Full Endpoint URL
https://api.jikan.moe/anime/{id}
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://api.jikan.moe/anime/{id}'
Request Payload
{
  "id": "integer (required) - Anime ID"
}
Expected Response
{
  "data": {
    "score": 8.8,
    "title": "Cowboy Bebop",
    "mal_id": 1,
    "episodes": 26
  }
}
Version:v4
Limit:60 requests/minute
Real-World Applications
  • Building anime-related mobile and web applicationsOptimized Capability
  • Creating rating and review systems for anime shows and moviesOptimized Capability
  • Developing recommendation engines for personalized anime suggestionsOptimized Capability
  • Integrating comprehensive anime data into educational platforms and hobby projectsOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ No authentication needed, allowing immediate access
  • ✓ Comprehensive and detailed anime and manga data
  • ✓ Consistent and fast JSON responses
  • ✓ No documented rate limits enabling flexible usage
Limitations
  • ✗ Limited to read-only GET requests, no data modification
  • ✗ Occasional API downtime due to public hosting
  • ✗ Dependent on MyAnimeList data updates and accuracy
  • ✗ Lack of official SDKs for some programming languages

FAQs

API Specifications

v4
Pricing Model
Free
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
7 Languages
SDK Support
JavaScript, Python
Time to Hello World

Less than 5 minutes

Rate Limit

Unlimited

Free Tier Usage

Unlimited free access with all endpoints available and no API key required.

Use Case: Best For

Developers building anime and manga discovery, review, and recommendation applications

Not Recommended For

Applications requiring data write capabilities or private user data

Resources

Documentation Official Website Pricing Details Postman Collection
#manga#anime

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