Shuten Doji - The Star Hand Kid(1989)

Shuten Doji - The Star Hand Kid is an anime series following Jiro, a young man raised by foster parents after being left as an infant by a massive oni with a cryptic promise to return in fifteen years. When that deadline arrives, Jiro discovers his supernatural heritage and must defend his loved ones from hostile oni and dark cultists determined to exploit his power. The story escalates into an epic journey across time, alternate dimensions, and mythological realms as Jiro uncovers his true identity as the reincarnation of Shuten Doji, a legendary demon. Blending action, fantasy, and Japanese folklore, the series explores themes of destiny, belonging, and the struggle between inherited fate and personal choice.