Shikimori

API

Anime & manga discovery, tracking, ratings & community API

Overview

Shikimori API is a RESTful service for accessing anime/manga data, user tracking lists, ratings, forum discussions, and character profiles. Responses are JSON-formatted. Key endpoints include /anime (search, details, genres), /manga (similar entries), /users/{id}/lists (watch/read progress), /rates (user ratings), /forum/topics (community posts), and /characters (bio & media links. Use cases: Build personalized trackers, create discovery tools with genre filters, integrate ratings into blogs, or add community features to apps. OAuth2 is required for user-specific actions like updating watch lists.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://shikimori.one/api/doc')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON Responses
OAuth2 Authentication
Anime/Manga Database
User Progress Tracking
Ratings & Reviews
Community Forum Data

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Shikimori API free to use?

Yes, the API is free for non-commercial use. Commercial integration requires prior approval from the Shikimori team.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need to register an app on Shikimori to obtain an API key and use OAuth2 authentication for most endpoints, especially user-specific actions.

? What is the response format?

All API responses are in JSON format, widely supported by most programming languages and frameworks.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Anime

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Comprehensive anime/manga data
⊕ Supports user-specific actions
⊕ Includes community content
⊕ Well-documented endpoints
⊕ Free to use

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited requests
⊖ OAuth2 required for user endpoints
⊖ Commercial use needs approval
⊖ No official SLA