“Vampire queen Mina Tepes creates a Japanese sanctuary, while amnesiac Akira discovers his mysterious bond to her.”
Dance in the Vampire Bund
ダンスインザヴァンパイアバンド
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Synopsis
Vampire queen Mina Tepes creates a Japanese sanctuary, while amnesiac Akira discovers his mysterious bond to her.
On live television, Mina Tepes, the ruler of all vampires, reveals the existence of her species to the world and announces her intention to establish a sanctuary in Japan for vampires, known as the Vampire Bund. Using her family's vast wealth to address the nation's financial concerns, she secures permission to create this haven for her kind. However, her revelation sparks immediate controversy and resistance from humans who question the true motives behind this unprecedented integration of vampires into society. Akira Kaburagi, an ordinary high school student with no memory of his past beyond a year ago, finds himself inexplicably drawn to Mina when their paths cross. Despite his initial skepticism about vampires, something about her awakens strange feelings and fragmented memories within him. As Akira becomes increasingly involved with Mina and the Vampire Bund, he begins to uncover hidden truths about his own identity and his mysterious connection to the vampire queen. Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and social tension, this dark fantasy explores the complex relationship between humans and vampires, as well as the bonds that transcend species and memory.
What people say
Community consensus
Derived from 61 sampled reviews
What 61 viewers settled on.
Polarized
σ 2.34 · split reception
5.5 pts
Recommenders 8.4 · others 2.9
↑ 1.74
Running avg · Jan 2010 → Jan 2026
- 10 “I really enjoy this anime because it features a great story, engaging fighting scenes, and an intriguing conspiracy-like atmosphere. There are no notable flaws to report, making this a series I...”
- 10 “The artwork is awesome, the characters are great, and the plot keeps things moving with never a dull moment. There are no notable criticisms to report for this series. I would definitely recommend...”
- 9 “Dance in the vampire Bund starts off a little weird. It's not a typical anime. Once you get into it I couldn't stop watching. I fell in love with the main characters and their stories. Some scenes...”
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- Format 12 × 23′ eps × min
- Total runtime 4h 36m all episodes
- Aired Jan 2010 – Apr 2010 Winter 2010
- Source Tv media type
- Rated R+ Mild Nudity
- Ref. BS-4714 catalog
Produced by
- Genco Producer
- Media Factory Producer
- Rakuonsha Producer
- AT-X Producer
- flying DOG Producer
Licensed by
- Funimation Licensor