Storyline
Hōzuki is the aide to the great king of Hell, King Enma. Calm and super-sadistic, Hōzuki tries to resolve the various problems in Hell, including a rampaging Momotarō and his companions. However, he also likes spending his free time on his hobbies, such as fawning over cute animals and raising "Goldfish Flowers."
Episodes
Specials
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The Enthusiasm Gap Between Fans and Non-Fans / The Foxy Yakan and Ooban Koban
Feb 23, 2015
It's time for a contest to find the new ambassador for Goldfish Flowers. How will one idol get herself dragged in? Hoozuki visits some hostess clubs and is daringly asked for assistance...
Methods to Win the Zashiki Warashi / Idol Frontline
May 22, 2015
Hoozuki brings some Zashiki Warashi back with him from the mortal world and sends them to live with Hakutaku's. Hoozuki goes to see an idol show.
Art is a Blast? / Art was a Blast
Aug 21, 2015
Hozuki and company visit a museum to see Nasubi's work and practice drawing together. Later, Nasubi and Hakutaku experiment with living art.
The Blossom Front / Three Men, Three Personalities
Mar 23, 2017
Fourth OAD for Hozuki.
Hell Handbook and the Dragon Palace / You'd Better Have a Go-to Song Ready
May 05, 2019
Episode 6
May 06, 2019
Episode 7
May 09, 2019
Season 1
With Hell overwhelmed by an exploding population of sinners, bureaucrat Hozuki works diligently to keep the flames of punishment burning on time.
Making or Breaking Hell / The Discovery of Hell's Mysteries
Jan 10, 2014
While carrying out his hellish bureaucratic duties, Hozuki encounters a legendary hero. Hozuki and King Enma dream of taking a trip to Australia.
Demons and Underwear and Crabs / The State of Hell, and This and That
Jan 17, 2014
Despite being tasked with cleaning the rivers of hell, low-ranking demon Nasubi becomes distracted by a song. King Enma welcomes a guest from Europe.
Hakutakuk / How Their Discord Came to Be
Jan 24, 2014
Ignoring King Enma’s advice, Momotaro's companions risk visiting Hozuki on his day off. King Enma reveals why Hozuki and Hakutaku are always at odds.
Pretty Boys Need Love Too / Kajika Hell
Jan 31, 2014
Accompanied by Shiro, Hozuki departs for the Karasu-Tengu police station. Hozuki teaches the lazy new demon recruits about the art of torture.
The Instrumental Duo of the Mighty Rivals / Mental Sports Day
Feb 07, 2014
Hozuki and Shiro go on a quest for an essential stew ingredient. The 100th annual Hell’s Minions Sports Day commences with an unconventional bang.
Hell Idol: Peach Maki / The Right Arm Blues
Feb 14, 2014
Looking for his next scoop, gossip magazine reporter Koban begs Hozuki for an interview. Beelzebub from European hell visits the Japanese underworld.
Man and Woman and Mortal Hell / Hell-Style Acupuncture and Moxibustion Techniques and How to Use the Johari Mirror
Feb 21, 2014
Hozuki, Karauri and Nasubi visit an area of hell reserved for a certain kind of sinner. King Enma employs the help of Hozuki to receive acupuncture.
The Vulgar Battle / The 36 Views of Hell
Feb 28, 2014
Koban turns his attention to Peach Maki and Hozuki in crafting his latest gossip article. Hozuki asks Nasubi to create a new mural fit for hell.
The Ultimate Example of Ruin Through Wine and Women / Awash With Drunks
Mar 07, 2014
Momotaro makes an offhand comment that deals a blow to Hakutaku’s ego. Hozuki helps an eight-headed snake demon deal with a group of drunken sinners.
Dinner of the Ten Kings of the Afterlife / Diets are Hell
Mar 14, 2014
King Enma holds a dinner for hell's nine other noble judges. Concerned about his weight, King Enma hits the gym with hell’s strictest trainer: Hozuki.
The Samurai Who Was Inch-High / Marsh Sisters on the Mountain
Mar 21, 2014
After hearing the tale of the “Inch-High Samurai,” Shiro wonders what became of its titular hero. A pint-sized spirit comes to Hozuki with a problem.
Lady Lillith and her Husband / Why Monsters are so Widely-Spread Throughout the Mundane World of China
Mar 28, 2014
Western she-devil Lady Lilith visits the Japanese underworld on a shopping trip. Hakutaku recalls the time he drunkenly fell into the mortal world.
Hell's Bon Festival of Lights / Idle Chat with the Great King Enma
Apr 04, 2014
Shiro and his pals Rurio and Kakisuke experience their first-ever festival in hell. King Enma and Hozuki kill time until their next batch of sinners.
Season 2
He’s got suffering souls to torment, guards to manage and an earthly realm to keep watch over. Working for the Great King of Hell is a full-time job.
Ancient Underworld Overhaul / The Palace with the Malice
Oct 08, 2017
As Lord Enma passes judgement on the denizens of hell, Hozuki's past is revealed. Has he always been a demon?
Hell Minion for a Day / The Line Between Workaholic and Artist
Oct 15, 2017
Hozuki takes Maki and Miki around as hell minions to capture special tortures never seen before on film!
The Auspicious Alliance / Eccentric Cuckoo-land Creature
Oct 22, 2017
The Four Benevolent Beasts argue over a meal about who is older and how well they are aging. Meanwhile, Hozuki has some problems of his own down in Hell.
The Legend of Mustard / Please Turnip for the Demon Parade
Oct 29, 2017
Koban the paparazzo gets an interview with Mustard. When Hozuki gets involved in the interview as well, Koban gets far more of a performance than he bargained for.
Ono no Takamura / Great King Enma and Anecdotes
Nov 05, 2017
After continually being mistaken for the Great King Enma, King Shinko muses about how he should differ himself to avoid future confusion with the deceased.
Princess Sakuya's Showtime / The Battle of Children's Limbo
Nov 12, 2017
We get a look at Young Hozuki and what he was like when he was younger. Later, Hozuki has to deal with some children who ended up in Hell.
In Those Days You Were Always On Edge / Dr. Monkshood
Nov 19, 2017
The inventions and ideas of the Engineering Department are being discussed while Young Hozuki tries to make sense of it all.
Hopping Vampire
Nov 26, 2017
Young Hozuki accidentally discovers the dead and meets quite a unique King with an extraordinary power.
Snow Demon / The Offices of Boring
Dec 03, 2017
A showdown arises between the Cold Hells and the Hot Hells. Meanwhile, Hozuki unravels the path of how the deceased enter hell.
Kagachi's Coolheadedness / Married to His Work
Dec 10, 2017
Hozuki is questioned about his humdrum, daily program in the normal world. Meanwhile, the Gods demonstrate their extraordinary matchmaking capabilities.
Family / The Hounds of Hell
Dec 17, 2017
Hozuki, with great reluctance, agrees to take a vacation for the weekend. In the meantime, the dogs bicker as they try to distinguish themselves amongst each other.
King Gokan's Chief of Staff / Hell's Hot Springs
Dec 24, 2017
Shiro discovers the mighty Scales of Karma and yearns to do one more thing that will make him an accomplished dog of hell.
Master of Hell / Have a Drink and Get Some Rest
Dec 31, 2017
The arrival of a special guest brings an unceasing barrage of annoyances as Hozuki prepares for the end of year party.
The Day-to-Day at the Offices of Enma / 1 Soup, 3 Dishes, 10 Meats
Apr 08, 2018
Hozuki conducts interviews while dealing with a fraud and all the newcomers.
What is a Magical Girl? / Indulging in Western Clothing
Apr 15, 2018
Learning about witches and girls western clothing bring about a whole new set of annoyances for Hozuki.
Dakini of the Welcoming Committee / Under the Sod
Apr 22, 2018
Dealing with flesh-eating demons is a lot easier than receiving a vaccination (only if you're Hozuki, of course).
The Man Who Learned From Yokai / The Woman Who Makes Use of Yokai
Apr 29, 2018
Love is a complicated thing, especially when the police and eons of family feuding are involved. Leave it to Hozuki to talk about...employee benefits?
Amanojaku / Go Home, Crane
May 06, 2018
A stranded crane presents a set of holy and annoying problems for Hozuki, who was only trying to be... nice?
Slippery as a Catfish / Gon Gets to Work
May 13, 2018
Hozuki learns that self-deprecation and laziness isn’t just for the Mundane world but is still just as annoying. How… tragic.
Games / Mechanical Chief of Staff
May 20, 2018
Shiro, Rurio and Kakisuke take some time off at the Arcade and run into some interesting people. Hozuki has to entertain some new guests, hooray?
The Rabbit Called Mustard / Types
May 27, 2018
The tiny and hellishly mighty Mustard describes her typical day of writing in her diary, looking for a partner and torturing souls.
Yakan Siblings / Shiro's Butt is in a Real Jam
Jun 03, 2018
Hozuki, the ever eccentric man, is invited to teach young children about Hell. What could possibly go awry?
Fundamentally / Mixed Martial Arts Contest
Jun 10, 2018
After some intense training with Hozuki, Mustard is ready for battle (even if her opponents are less than awake)!
The Stripping Hag and Clothes-hanging Geezer / Chef Miki
Jun 17, 2018
Hozuki teaches the hell minions about the old people that dwell at the Sanzu River bank and the monsters within, but it proves to be more of a headache than anticipated.
Onki / Animals Don't Forget One's Kindness
Jun 24, 2018
Momotaro returns to the fabled Ogre Island in response to a recent incident. Later, Hozuki visits the court of King Shoko, where animals are called as material witnesses.
Unrivaled at Poker / Is Hell Your Intended Destination?
Jul 01, 2018
Hozuki uses the apathetic nature of the Zashiki Warashi twins to wrangle a newcomer to Hell. Later, Hozuki settles a disagreement between different departments.