InuYasha is the protagonist of InuYasha (also known as InuYasha: A Feudal Fairy Tale), a manga and anime by Rumiko Takahashi serialized from 1996 to 2008. He is a half-demon (hanyo) — the son of a powerful dog demon father and a human mother — living in feudal Japan. After being sealed to a tree for 50 years by the priestess Kikyo, he is freed by Kagome Higurashi, a modern-day schoolgirl who travels through a magical well. Together with companions Miroku, Sango, Shippo, and Kirara, they search for shards of the Shikon Jewel. The manga has sold over 50 million copies.

What Is the Shikon Jewel?

The Shikon no Tama (Jewel of Four Souls) is a powerful sacred jewel that grants immense power to demons and humans alike. It was shattered into hundreds of shards early in the series, and InuYasha's group must collect them before the villain Naraku assembles the complete jewel. The jewel is both the series' MacGuffin and its thematic core — it represents the corruption of desire, as anyone who uses it is corrupted by it.

What Is InuYasha's Relationship With Kikyo and Kagome?

InuYasha's romantic life involves two women: Kikyo, a priestess from 50 years ago who sealed him to a tree (they were in love but were manipulated by Naraku into betraying each other), and Kagome Higurashi, Kikyo's modern-day reincarnation. The love triangle is one of the longest-running in anime history. InuYasha ultimately chooses Kagome, and they marry in the series' final chapter.

What Is the Tessaiga?

The Tessaiga is InuYasha's primary weapon, a sword forged from the fang of his father, the great dog demon Inu no Taisho. In its dormant state, it appears as a rusty katana; when activated, it transforms into a massive fang-shaped blade. The Tessaiga can only be wielded by someone with something to protect — it responds to the user's desire to defend others. InuYasha's brother Sesshomaru cannot wield it because his motivation is pride rather than protection.

Is There a Sequel to InuYasha?

Yes. Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon (2020-2022) is a sequel anime following the daughters of InuYasha and Sesshomaru. The series features Moroha (InuYasha and Kagome's daughter), Towa, and Setsuna (Sesshomaru's twin daughters). The sequel received mixed reactions from fans.

Can You Talk to InuYasha?

InuYasha is available as an AI companion on HoloDream. He is defensive, loyal, and trying very hard not to show that he cares. He cares.