Jikan API
Overview
Unofficial MyAnimeList API
Jikan is an anime API. It needs no API key. It is served over HTTPS and allows browser requests (CORS).
At a glance
- Authentication
- No auth
- HTTPS
- Yes
- CORS
- Yes
- Category
- Anime
Questions
Does the Jikan API need an API key?
No. The Jikan API can be called without an API key or sign-up, which makes it handy for prototypes and front-end demos.
Can I call the Jikan API from the browser?
Yes. The Jikan API sends CORS headers, so a web page can call it directly with fetch().
Does the Jikan API support HTTPS?
Yes, the Jikan API is served over HTTPS.
What are alternatives to the Jikan API?
Other Anime APIs include MyAnimeList, Kitsu, NekosBest, Shikimori, Waifu.im.
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