Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf

Director(s)Hijiri Sanpei
Production year2024
Genre(s)Animation
Approx. running minutes24m
CastJun Fukuyama, Ami Koshimizu, Mai Nakahara

Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf

nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, a travelling merchant finds a wolf in his cart.

nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked in some scenes; there is a brief close-up focus on her cleavage.
additional issues
Brief scenes of threat include knife threat and a fall from height. There are brief undetailed verbal references to violence, and to sex. Characters drink alcohol, and one appears to be drunk. Mild bad language ('ass') occurs.
nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Kraft and Holo meet a fellow merchant whilst selling their furs in a rural town.

nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked in some scenes; partial breast and buttock nudity are visible.
additional issues
There are brief verbal references to violence. A brief chase scene involves a character running away from a pursuing wolf.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, after arriving in the great merchant city of Pazzio, Lawrence teaches Holo more about many kinds of currency.

nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
A man becomes briefly jealous when other characters flirt with each other. There is sight of animal pelts being sold to merchants and brief references to them being cut from animals. Characters drink alcohol.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Lawrence’s progress with the silver scheme places him and Holo in danger.

nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
There is infrequent mild threat.
moderate nudity, language
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Lawrence proposes a reckless plan to save Holo.

language
There is moderate bad language ('prick').
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
A fantastical character is held captive underground.
moderate bloody images, nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo and Lawrence encounter unwelcome company along the underground passages.

injury detail
There is sight of dripping blood as a result of violence. A wounded man sports a bloodied bandage.
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
Characters are pursued and evade capture during scenes of threat. A fantastical character transforms into a giant snarling wolf. A brief fistfight occurs.
nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo and Lawrence head into the city to sell peppercorns.

nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
brief moderate sex references, nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo and Lawrence meet a shepherd along their journey.

sex
A brief verbal reference is made to sex work.
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
There is a scene of alcohol consumption.
mild sex references, threat
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF; MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Lawrence becomes in debt when he can't sell his armour.

sex
There are mild sex references which include reference to 'lovers' and men comment on the looks of women.
sexual violence and sexual threat
There is a passing reference to a woman potentially being snatched away by men.
additional issues
A character stamps on a person's foot in annoyance and playfully punches another in the stomach. There is infrequent use of very mild bad language 'damn'. A man becomes upset and pushes another person off them when they are trying to help. A man is unable to get a loan when it is known that he is with a woman.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Kraft plans to smuggle gold.

nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
Scenes include a brief, undetailed violent altercation shown from a distance, and a masked undetailed blow to a man's head. A character almost tumbles from a window; however, she is saved before falling out. There is a brief undetailed verbal sex reference. Characters briefly drink alcohol, and there is a brief scene in which a person cries.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Kraft is ambushed in the forest.

nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
Mild bad language ('bastard') occurs, as well as milder terms ('damn'). A man is attacked by thieves who punch and kick him. However, blows are concealed and there is limited blood and bruising in the aftermath. Scenes of threat include those in which people are menaced by wolves. However, there are reassuring outcomes. There is also a brief undetailed verbal sex reference.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo and Kraft catch up with the thieves.

threat and horror
There are scenes of mild threat including a prolonged, intense sequence with a reassuring outcome. Other moments feature brief threatening behavior with a menacing tone, some involving animals or weapons. Most threatening scenarios are resolved positively.
nudity
A scene of brief concealed nudity includes an emphasis on a naked woman's body. A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
There are also brief moments of violence with limited aftermath blood and bruising. Scenes of mild threat from a fantastical creature are reassuringly resolved.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo becomes unwell.

nudity
A scene of brief concealed nudity includes an emphasis on a naked woman's body. A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
There are brief verbal references to violence. A character becomes unwell and is cared for by others. There are brief scenes of alcohol consumption, and a character collapses.
mild sex references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is an animated series; in this episode, Lawrence and Holo arrive in Kumerson.

sex
A woman flirtatiously suggests to a man that they should share a bed.
additional issues
A character drinks alcohol and later suffers a hangover as a result.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Lawrence attempts to find the location of the town, Yoitsu.

nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked before turning into a wolf.
additional issues
There is a brief mild reference to sex and people comment on the attractiveness of another. Blood is briefly seen on a person's bandage. A man takes off running after receiving some information in a scene of very mild threat. Characters drink alcohol.
mild threat, sex references, violence
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo and Amati's forthcoming marriage and the ongoing festival create tensions.

violence
There is a brief undetailed sword fight.
threat and horror
There is a brief scene of knife threat which is reassuringly resolved.
sex
There are mild verbal references to making love.
additional issues
Characters become upset and cry. There are also brief scenes in which adults drink alcohol.
very mild bad language
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Lawrence makes an audacious business deal.

language
Very mild bad language includes uses of ‘screwed up’ and ‘damn’.
additional issues
Adult characters consume alcohol in social settings.
mild sex references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated fantasy series; in this episode, Lawrence starts to realise his true feelings for Holo as he attempts to crash the pyrite market.

sex
Characters flirt gently with one another and there is mild innuendo.
additional issues
Characters drink alcohol, some to excess.
mild sex references, violence references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated fantasy series; in this episode, as Lawrence's plan to crash the pyrite market takes an unexpected turn, the chance comes to reconcile with Holo.

violence
A young woman playfully bites her friend's hand and a boy says he fears an adult will beat him 'to a pulp'.
sex
Characters discuss relationships and becoming a couple; verbal references are made to infidelity.
additional issues
There is very mild bad language ('damn'). A man is seen with a bruised cheek and another is shown tied up in a flashback sequence.
mild rude humour, threat
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo and Lawrence search for information at an abbey.

threat and horror
A woman screams as a man accidentally leans on her while she sleeps.
rude humour
A woman makes an undetailed reference to her 'deviant fancy'.
mild innuendo
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; Lawrence visits a local mill to investigate how the townsfolk are able to deal with hefty punitive taxes.

sex
A flirtatious encounter between two people features mild innuendo.
additional issues
A person appears drunk following a scene of alcohol consumption. A man makes a sexist comment about a female character, however, this is contextualised by the fantastical and historical setting.
mild sex references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated fantasy series; in this episode, Lawrence and Holo search for records in the catacombs of a church.

sex
Verbal references are made to sexual attraction and there is occasional innuendo as characters feel awkward around these conversations.
additional issues
A man becomes concerned that a group of approaching villagers intend him harm. There is very mild bad language ('God').
mild threat
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo and Lawrence must find a way to escape.

threat and horror
A woman collapses in a scene of mild threat. 
additional issues
There is a reference to beer drinking, but it is not glamourised.
moderate sex references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Holo is required to transform into her wolf deity state.

sex
There is emphasis on a female character's partial nudity as she changes from human form into a fantastical animal.
additional issues
There is infrequent mild threat.
mild violence
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited

SPICE AND WOLF: MERCHANT MEETS THE WISE WOLF is a Japanese animated series; in this episode, Lawrence and Holo manage to sell all of their wheat.

violence
A man is aggressively thrown to the ground, and in another scene a man is briefly grabbed by another man. However, there is no injury detail.
additional issues
Very mild bad language ('hell') occurs.
Please note: each rating can only be used for the distribution method listed in the Use column. For more information on each Use click here.
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical media
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical media
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
Classified date04/08/2025
LanguageEnglish
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked in some scenes; there is a brief close-up focus on her cleavage.
additional issues
Brief scenes of threat include knife threat and a fall from height. There are brief undetailed verbal references to violence, and to sex. Characters drink alcohol, and one appears to be drunk. Mild bad language ('ass') occurs.
mild violence
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
violence
A man is aggressively thrown to the ground, and in another scene a man is briefly grabbed by another man. However, there is no injury detail.
additional issues
Very mild bad language ('hell') occurs.
mild threat
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
threat and horror
A woman collapses in a scene of mild threat. 
additional issues
There is a reference to beer drinking, but it is not glamourised.
mild sex references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
sex
Verbal references are made to sexual attraction and there is occasional innuendo as characters feel awkward around these conversations.
additional issues
A man becomes concerned that a group of approaching villagers intend him harm. There is very mild bad language ('God').
mild innuendo
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
sex
A flirtatious encounter between two people features mild innuendo.
additional issues
A person appears drunk following a scene of alcohol consumption. A man makes a sexist comment about a female character, however, this is contextualised by the fantastical and historical setting.
mild rude humour, threat
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
threat and horror
A woman screams as a man accidentally leans on her while she sleeps.
rude humour
A woman makes an undetailed reference to her 'deviant fancy'.
mild sex references, violence references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
violence
A young woman playfully bites her friend's hand and a boy says he fears an adult will beat him 'to a pulp'.
sex
Characters discuss relationships and becoming a couple; verbal references are made to infidelity.
additional issues
There is very mild bad language ('damn'). A man is seen with a bruised cheek and another is shown tied up in a flashback sequence.
mild sex references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
sex
Characters flirt gently with one another and there is mild innuendo.
additional issues
Characters drink alcohol, some to excess.
very mild bad language
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
language
Very mild bad language includes uses of ‘screwed up’ and ‘damn’.
additional issues
Adult characters consume alcohol in social settings.
mild threat, sex references, violence
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
violence
There is a brief undetailed sword fight.
threat and horror
There is a brief scene of knife threat which is reassuringly resolved.
sex
There are mild verbal references to making love.
additional issues
Characters become upset and cry. There are also brief scenes in which adults drink alcohol.
moderate sex references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
sex
There is emphasis on a female character's partial nudity as she changes from human form into a fantastical animal.
additional issues
There is infrequent mild threat.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked before turning into a wolf.
additional issues
There is a brief mild reference to sex and people comment on the attractiveness of another. Blood is briefly seen on a person's bandage. A man takes off running after receiving some information in a scene of very mild threat. Characters drink alcohol.
mild sex references
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
sex
A woman flirtatiously suggests to a man that they should share a bed.
additional issues
A character drinks alcohol and later suffers a hangover as a result.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A scene of brief concealed nudity includes an emphasis on a naked woman's body. A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
There are brief verbal references to violence. A character becomes unwell and is cared for by others. There are brief scenes of alcohol consumption, and a character collapses.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
threat and horror
There are scenes of mild threat including a prolonged, intense sequence with a reassuring outcome. Other moments feature brief threatening behavior with a menacing tone, some involving animals or weapons. Most threatening scenarios are resolved positively.
nudity
A scene of brief concealed nudity includes an emphasis on a naked woman's body. A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
There are also brief moments of violence with limited aftermath blood and bruising. Scenes of mild threat from a fantastical creature are reassuringly resolved.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
Mild bad language ('bastard') occurs, as well as milder terms ('damn'). A man is attacked by thieves who punch and kick him. However, blows are concealed and there is limited blood and bruising in the aftermath. Scenes of threat include those in which people are menaced by wolves. However, there are reassuring outcomes. There is also a brief undetailed verbal sex reference.
mild sex references, threat
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
sex
There are mild sex references which include reference to 'lovers' and men comment on the looks of women.
sexual violence and sexual threat
There is a passing reference to a woman potentially being snatched away by men.
additional issues
A character stamps on a person's foot in annoyance and playfully punches another in the stomach. There is infrequent use of very mild bad language 'damn'. A man becomes upset and pushes another person off them when they are trying to help. A man is unable to get a loan when it is known that he is with a woman.
brief moderate sex references, nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
sex
A brief verbal reference is made to sex work.
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
There is a scene of alcohol consumption.
nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
moderate bloody images, nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
injury detail
There is sight of dripping blood as a result of violence. A wounded man sports a bloodied bandage.
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
Characters are pursued and evade capture during scenes of threat. A fantastical character transforms into a giant snarling wolf. A brief fistfight occurs.
moderate nudity, language
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
language
There is moderate bad language ('prick').
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
A fantastical character is held captive underground.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
There is infrequent mild threat.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
A man becomes briefly jealous when other characters flirt with each other. There is sight of animal pelts being sold to merchants and brief references to them being cut from animals. Characters drink alcohol.
nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked in some scenes; partial breast and buttock nudity are visible.
additional issues
There are brief verbal references to violence. A brief chase scene involves a character running away from a pursuing wolf.
moderate nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked during the closing credits.
additional issues
Scenes include a brief, undetailed violent altercation shown from a distance, and a masked undetailed blow to a man's head. A character almost tumbles from a window; however, she is saved before falling out. There is a brief undetailed verbal sex reference. Characters briefly drink alcohol, and there is a brief scene in which a person cries.
nudity
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical Media + VOD/Streaming
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
nudity
A fantastical female character appears partially naked in some scenes; there is a brief close-up focus on her cleavage.
additional issues
Brief scenes of threat include knife threat and a fall from height. There are brief undetailed verbal references to violence, and to sex. Characters drink alcohol, and one appears to be drunk. Mild bad language ('ass') occurs.
Director(s)Hijiri Sanpei
Production year2024
Genre(s)Animation
Approx. running minutes24m
CastJun Fukuyama, Ami Koshimizu, Mai Nakahara
Classified Date:
24/09/2025
Use:
Physical media
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
Classified Date:
04/08/2025
Use:
Physical media
Distributor:
Crunchyroll Limited
Classified date04/08/2025
LanguageEnglish