InuYasha is a popular anime series based on the manga by Rumiko Takahashi. It follows Kagome Higurashi, a modern-day high school girl who is transported to the Sengoku period of Japan, where she meets the half-demon InuYasha. Together, they embark on a quest to collect the shards of the Shikon Jewel, which grants immense power to those who possess it. The series is renowned for its engaging storyline, memorable characters, and blend of action, romance, and fantasy elements.