japan-ani-search-mcp

Overview

This MCP server provides tools to search through over 500,000 anime and manga entries via the AniList GraphQL API. It offers specialized functions for finding anime and manga by title, retrieving character details, getting seasonal anime charts, and explaining Japanese cultural terms commonly found in anime. The server integrates seamlessly with Claude Desktop and appears to be well-maintained with recent commits.

Try asking AI

After installing, here are 5 things you can ask your AI assistant:

• search_anime

  Search anime by title or keyword

  Try:Search for anime Demon SlayerTry:Find action anime from 2023
• search_manga

  Search manga by title or keyword

  Try:Search for manga One PieceTry:Find fantasy manga series
• get_character

  Get character details by name

  Try:Get details for character LuffyTry:Find information about character Naruto
• get_seasonal_anime

  Get anime by season & year

  Try:Show anime from Winter 2023Try:List Summer 2022 anime releases
• explain_anime_culture

  Cultural context explanations for anime terms

  Try:Explain the anime term tsundereTry:What does isekai mean in anime?Try:Define moe in anime culture

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Installation

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "anisearch": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "japan-ani-search-mcp"]
    }
  }
}

FAQ

What anime and manga database does this use?

This MCP server is powered by the AniList GraphQL API, which contains over 500,000 anime and manga entries.

Can I use this with other MCP clients besides Claude Desktop?

While the example shows Claude Desktop configuration, this server should work with any MCP client that can connect to TypeScript-based servers.

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