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Anime
Jikan logo

Jikan

Unofficial MyAnimeList API.

Jikan API is a free Anime API that requires no API key, is served over HTTPS and supports CORS, so it can be called from the browser.

Authentication
None required
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Yes
Category
Anime
Visit documentation ↗jikan.moe

About Jikan - Unofficial MyAnimeList API

Jikan is an unofficial MyAnimeList REST based API

Provider
Jikan - Unofficial MyAnimeList API
Website
jikan.moe ↗

Details from jikan.moe.

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Jikan API FAQ

Who provides the Jikan API?

The Jikan API is provided by Jikan - Unofficial MyAnimeList API (jikan.moe). Jikan is an unofficial MyAnimeList REST based API

Is the Jikan API free?

Yes. The Jikan API is listed in the Anime category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the Jikan API require an API key?

No. The Jikan API requires no authentication, so you can start making requests without signing up.

Can I call the Jikan API from the browser?

Yes. The Jikan API supports CORS, so front-end JavaScript can call it directly.

Does the Jikan API support HTTPS?

Yes. The Jikan API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.