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Head to head
Hakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East vs Natsume's Book of Friends Season 1
6.9
Hakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East
Tv · 2013
VS
Edges it
8.0
Natsume's Book of Friends Season 1
Tv · 2008
| 6.9 | Score | 8.0 |
| 20,947 | Popularity | 126,571 |
| 13 | Episodes | 13 |
| 2013 | Year | 2008 |
| Tv | Format | Tv |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
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The verdict
On the numbers, Natsume's Book of Friends Season 1 edges it — but they share 4 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedNatsume's Book of Friends Season 1 scores 80% vs 69%.
- More popularNatsume's Book of Friends Season 1 has the bigger audience here.
- NewerHakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East (2013) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open Hakkenden: Eight Dogs of the East or Natsume's Book of Friends Season 1 for the full picture.