In this post, we take a closer look at the current status of the series “Shoujo Kakumei Utena”, also known by the following titles:
- Revolutionary Girl Utena
- 少女革命ウテナ
Status#
Based on our analysis, the series is FINISHED. ✅
Here’s how we reached that conclusion:
- All related entries are marked as finished on MyAnimeList
- The series is listed as ended on Trakt
These sources consistently confirm that the main story of Shoujo Kakumei Utena has been fully concluded.
Watch order#
Shoujo Kakumei Utena ↗ ↖
少女革命ウテナ
Summary
It has been half a decade since Utena Tenjou's parents passed away. However, instead of mourning, Utena vividly remembers the mysterious prince who comforted her in her time of need. That day, the prince—whom she nicknames "Peropero-kun" after he licks her tears away—bestowed upon her a ring and promised that as long as she possesses the keepsake, it would lead her back to him one day.Since then, Peropero-kun sends Utena a letter once a year just as the roses begin to bloom. Believing the letters are written by Utena’s aunt rather than an obscure nobleman, Utena’s best friend Kaidou decides to search for evidence that supports his suspicions. When he finds six photos that connect like puzzle pieces in the letters, it proves that not only does Peropero-kun exist, but also that he can be found at the prestigious Ohtori Academy.
Wishing to reunite with her long-lost prince, Utena leaves her current life behind to embark on her search for Peropero-kun. After arriving at the academy, she encounters the Ohtori Academy’s student council and their strange treatment of fellow student Anthy Himemiya. Utena’s investigation into this shady behavior unleashes a plethora of mysteries that may just lead her to the prince she has sought for so long.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Shoujo Kakumei Utena was published in English as Revolutionary Girl Utena by VIZ Media from January 9, 2002, to March 3, 2004. It was also serialized in their Shoujo anthology magazine Animerica Extra. The publisher re-released the series in a deluxe two-volume hardcover box set. The series was published in French by Pika Édition; in German by Carlsen Comics; in Italian by Edizioni Star Comics; in Polish by Waneko; in Portuguese by JBC; and in Spanish by Norma Editorial. The manga has been adapted into various musical and stage productions. It was also adapted into a video game; titled Shoujo Kakumei Utena: Itsuka Kakumei Sareru Monogatari, it was developed and published by Sega in 1998 for the Sega Saturn. The series is known to have influenced particular Western works, such as the critically acclaimed animated TV series Steven Universe.
Shoujo Kakumei Utena ↗ ↖
少女革命ウテナ
Summary
Years ago, a tragic incident befell a young princess when both her parents died. Devastated, it seemed nothing would calm this poor soul. However, a prince traveling through the area came to see the princess, hoping to cheer her up. After wiping her sorrowful tears, the prince gave her a ring carrying a rose emblem and told her as long as she holds onto the ring, they are destined to meet again. The event leaves a deep impression on the girl, Utena Tenjou, leading her to become a prince herself.Years later, Utena attends Ootori Academy, recognized by the same rose emblem as her precious ring’s. There, attracted by the scent of roses, she witnesses Anthy Himemiya tending the flowers, accompanied by the Student Council President Touga Kiryuu and Vice President Kyouichi Saionji, who seem to be arguing over Anthy. While Utena thinks nothing of the occurrence, the Student Council gathers to discuss an important matter.
Subsequently, a misunderstanding leads to Utena being dragged into the world of Duelists—those with rings similar to her own. The Duelists fight for the ownership of the Rose Bride, Anthy Himemiya, who is said to possess great power. Wanting to prove her capabilities as a prince, and enraged that Anthy is being wronged and objectified, Utena resolves to fight against the Duelists to save her from the cruel fate.
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Background
Childhood idealism, illusions, ambition, adulthood, sexuality, abuse, incest and identity are all prominent themes which are explored in what is essentially a highly metaphorical and symbolic coming-of-age story. Loss of innocence, both sexual and otherwise, is treated as a life changing event. Fairy tale archetypes such as the noble prince and the damsel in distress, as well as standard tropes of the shoujo and magical girl genre are incorporated, subverted, inverted, averted and deconstructed. Shoujo Kakumei Utena won the Best TV Animation Award at Animation Kobe in 1997.
Shoujo Kakumei Utena ↗ ↖
Shoujo Kakumei Utena: Ao no Souju
Shoujo Kakumei Utena: Adolescence Mokushiroku ↗ ↖
少女革命ウテナ ～アドゥレセンス黙示録
Summary
Utena Tenjou arrives at Ohtori Academy, only to be immediately swept up in a series of duels for the hand of her classmate Anthy Himemiya and the power she supposedly holds. At the same time, Utena reunites with Touga Kiryuu, a friend from her childhood who seems to know the secrets behind the duels.Background
Shoujo Kakumei Utena: Adolescence Mokushiroku was published in English as Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Adolescence of Utena by VIZ Media on November 16, 2004. It was also released in Brazilian Portuguese by Editora JBC in two volumes from March 2009 to April 2009.
Shoujo Kakumei Utena: Adolescence Mokushiroku ↗ ↖
少女革命ウテナ アドゥレセンス黙示録
Summary
All eyes are on Utena Tenjou, a mysterious transfer student to Ohtori Academy. But Utena's eyes seem to be fixed on one familiar face that stands out among the rest—Touga Kiryuu, Utena's childhood friend. Touga knows of Utena's past and possesses knowledge of the Mark of the Rose, a set of unique rings worn by those who compete for the hand of the Rose Bride. The Rose Bride, Himemiya Anthy, belongs to whomever wins her in a duel, and the one that wins all the duels is said to be given the power to bring revolution to the world. Utena is drawn into the duels, but Touga and their complicated history together may end up unraveling everything. Nothing is as it seems in this retelling of the original anime series.[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Shoujo Kakumei Utena: After the Revolution ↗ ↖
少女革命ウテナ After The Revolution