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Rurouni Kenshin
The Meiji Era was one of great renewal for Japan, where swords and killing were outlawed. However, many survivors from the time of Revolution still live, lurking in the shadows and waiting for a chance to use their killing blades again. Only Kenshin Himura, formerly one of the most brutal of killers, hopes to keep his swordsman's honor and still live in the new era.
- Cast:
- Mayo Suzukaze, Miki Fujitani, Mina Tominaga, Yuji Ueda
- Language:
- Japanese
- Country:
- Japan
- Network:
- Fuji TV
Episode guide
Seasons
Legend of Kyoto
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 8.0Prelude to the Impending Fight: The Shadow of the Wolf Draws Near
1996-10-30 · 25mA persistent nightmare comes true when Kenshin's old enemy, the former leader of a shadowy anti-Royalist organization, is hired to assassinate him.
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E02
Episode 2
★ 7.5Strongest Opponent From the Past: Merciless Fangs Strike!
1996-11-06 · 25mSaito sets a trap for Kenshin by enlisting another assassin in his plan. And once Kenshin repels the accomplice, he's left to take on his old rival.
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E03
Episode 3
★ 8.0A Devil of Vengeance: Makoto Shishio's Plot
1996-11-13 · 25mAfter stopping a fatal battle with Hajime Saito, a top government official asks Kenshin's help in killing a shadowy assassin who's threatening the future of the regime.
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E04
Episode 4
★ 8.0A Wish Unrequited: Kenshin Departs
1996-11-27 · 25mWhile preparing to give his decision on helping to kill Shishio, Kenshin learns of the Home Minister's murder.
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E05
Episode 5
★ 8.0Change Tears to Courage: Kaoru Kamiya's Choice
1996-12-04 · 25mFollowing Kenshin's departure from the dojo, everyone, and especially Kaoru, are sad at being left behind. And while Saito tries to dissuade Sanosuke from following him, Megumi sends Kaoru to deliver some medicine that will aid in Kenshin's fight .
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E06
Episode 6
★ 8.0For the Title of Strongest: Aoshi's New Conflict
1996-12-11 · 25mIn the wake of Kenshin's departure, everyone at the dojo is anxious to join the battle against Shishio. With Sanosuke, Kaoru and Yahiko in pursuit, Kenshin encounters Misao, a young girl who also happens to be a clever thief.
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E07
Episode 7
★ 8.0The Girl Bandit: Misao Makimachi's Hidden Side
1997-01-08 · 25mAfter befriending Misao, Kenshin insists that she return the money she's stolen before letting her accompany him on his quest to stop Shishio.
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E08
Episode 8
★ 8.0Conquered Village: The Grasp of Shishio's Hands
1997-01-15 · 25mWhen he and Misao come across a village terrorized by forces loyal to Shishio, Kenshin enlists Saito to help liberate it from the evil gang.
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E09
Episode 9
★ 8.0Across the Boundary Between Edo and Meiji: Kenshin and Shishio Face to Face!
1997-01-22 · 25mLeaving Misao behind, Kenshin and Saito make their way inside Shishio's fortress. Following a confrontation with one of his most powerful henchmen, Kenshin is ready to take on Shishio himself.
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E10
Episode 10
★ 8.0Shock! Reverse Blade Sword Broken: Sojiro's Tenken verses Kenshin
1997-01-29 · 25mFollowing Kenshin's defeat of the giant Senkaku, Shishio pits him against the young, emotionless assassin responsible for the Home Minister's murder.
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E11
Episode 11
★ 8.0Sanosuke's Secret Training: The Challenge of Anji, the Destroyer
1997-02-05 · 25mAs Kaoru and Yahiko continue tracking Kenshin, Sanosuke encounters a fallen Buddhist monk who offers to teach him some powerful fighting techniques.
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E12
Episode 12
★ 8.0The Creator of the Reverse Blade: Shakku Arai's Final Swing
1997-02-12 · 25mAs the showdown with Shishio approaches, Misao finds someone who could produce the sword Kenshin needs, only to be is disappointed when Shakkuu Arai refuses.
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E13
Episode 13
★ 8.0A Killer Without Mercy: Fight to the Death Against the Cho of the Juppongatana
1997-02-19 · 25mAfter watching an unarmed Kenshin bravely defend himself, Shakkuu Arai's only chance at saving his own son is to deliver his father's final reverse edge sword.
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E14
Episode 14
★ 8.0The Ultimate Technique of the Hiten-Mitsurugi Style: Reunion with a Mentor, Seijuro Hiko
1997-02-26 · 25mTo prepare for Shishio, Kenshin asks a former teacher to help him master the last of his fighting techniques. However, Kenshin is distracted when Kaoru and Yahiko finally catch up with him after their long journey.
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E15
Episode 15
★ 8.0The Formation of an Alliance: The Day When Aoshi Joins with Shishio
1997-03-05 · 25mAlthough Misao is excited by the return of her mentor and hero, she's stunned to discover that Aoshi has betrayed one of their closest friends.
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E16
Episode 16
★ 8.0Between Life and Death: Master the Ultimate Technique, Amakakeru Ryu no Hikameki!
1997-03-12 · 25mAs Kenshin struggles to learn, Sijuro teaches him the most secret of his fighting techniques. And though Kenshin doesn't want to kill, it's inevitable if he is to beat Shishio. Meanwhile, Sanosuke is arrested during his search for Kenshin.
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E17
Episode 17
★ 8.0A Decisive Battle Like Violent Waters: The Strongest Troop, Juppongatana
1997-03-19 · 25mWhile waiting in jail, Sanosuke learns of Shishio's plan to overthrow the government by recruiting a deadly band of Samurai, including the blind warrior Usui, to defeat Kenshin and Saito.
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E18
Episode 18
★ 8.0As if to Fly: Stop the Launch of the Battleship Purgatory!
1997-04-16 · 25mReunited with Sanosuke, Kenshin lays plans to stop Shishio from burning Tokyo to create the confusion he needs to overthrow the government. But Shishio harbors a surprise with his newest weapon, an ironclad battleship hidden inside another.
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E19
Episode 19
★ 8.0Purgatory Bursts into Flames: The Destiny of Makoto Shishio
1997-04-23 · 25mAfter Kenshin, Saito and Sanosuke destroy his battleship, Shishio issues his challenge for a final confrontation. And following Misao's defeat of the blind Samurai, Usui, Kenshin vows to spare the life of her mentor, Aoshi.
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E20
Episode 20
★ 8.0Crash! The Lethal Punch, Futae no Kiwami: The Fist of Sonosuke Screams!
1997-04-30 · 25mAs Shishio prepares for battle, a henchmen suggests a plan to weaken Kenshin and his forces, ridding them of any opposition once and for all. As the moment of truth draws near, Sanosuke is pitted against Anji.
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E21
Episode 21
★ 8.0Reborn to Salvation: The Beginning of Anji’s New Life
1997-05-14 · 25mDuring his battle with Sanosuke, the fallen monk recalls how his hatred was born during an anti-Buddhist movement.
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E22
Episode 22
★ 7.3The Wolf Destroys the Eye of the Heart: The Fierce Attack of the Zero Stance Gatotsu
1997-05-28 · 25mIn his defeat of Usui, Saito exposes the blind warrior's plot to kill Shishio. And while Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao are preparing to defend themselves from an ambush, Kenshin readies for his fight against Aoshi.
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E23
Episode 23
★ 7.3The Promised Time Has Come: Aoshi and Kenshin Fight Again
1997-06-04 · 25mKenshin sets out to honor his promises to both fight Aoshi and bring him back alive to Misao.
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E24
Episode 24
★ 7.0Wake Up Now! Ignore Your Wounds and Fight to the Finish
1997-06-11 · 25mFollowing his defeat by Kenshin, Aoshi vows to renounce Shishio. And while Shishio looks for clues to help in his impending fight with Kenshin, Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao fight to stay alive.
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E25
Episode 25
★ 7.0To Make a Miracle: The Battle at the Aoiya
1997-06-18 · 25mAfter Yahiko's fighting skills are stretched to the limit during his defeat of Shishio's warrior, it's now up to Kaoru to enter a battle of her own.
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E26
Episode 26
★ 7.0The Giant Versus Superman: Like an Arrow Shot at a Time of Despair
1997-06-25 · 25mDespite the overwhelming odds, Kaoru, Yahiko and Misao continue to face warriors sent to eliminate them. But it's the arrival of Kenshin's teacher that turns the tide in their favor.
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E27
Episode 27
★ 7.0Hiten Versus Shukuchi: Sojiro's Inborn Talent
1997-07-02 · 25mAs Sanosuke looks on, Kenshin goes to battle with Souijuro, the emotionless assassin responsible for breaking his sword. Though Shishio is confident of the young warrior's ability, Kenshin may be able to win without having to resort to killing.
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E28
Episode 28
★ 7.0The Tragedy of a Stormy Night: Sojiro's Past
1997-07-09 · 25mIn an effort to explain Souijuro's emotionless posture, Kenshin recalls how the young assassin was rescued from a life of slavery and then taught to fight by Shishio.
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E29
Episode 29
★ 7.3A Duel With an Extreme Moment: Shuntensatsu Versus Amakakeru Ryu no Hikameki
1997-07-16 · 25mIn the face of Kenshin's probing questions, Souijuro's concentration is broken. In defeat, the young assassin returns his prized sword to Shishio, warning him of the danger that lays ahead.
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E30
Episode 30
★ 7.3Two Men at the End of an Era: Shishio Versus Kenshin, Final Battle
1997-08-06 · 25mAs Kaoru and Yahiko anxiously await his return, a wounded but determined Kenshin arrives for his final showdown with Shishio, who is unwilling to have anyone stand in his way of controlling Japan's future.
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E31
Episode 31
★ 7.3The Age Chooses Shishio? Kenshin's Greatest Crisis
1997-08-13 · 25mIn their long awaited battle, Kenshin and Shishio compare ideologies as well as fighting techniques. But once Shishio uses gunpowder to gain the upper hand, it looks like Kenshin is doomed.
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E32
Episode 32
★ 7.3Not Out of Luck! The Revival of a Fighting Spirit
1997-08-20 · 25mAs Aoshi tries to stop a takeover of the country, Kenshin poses Shishio with his greatest challenge. In his defeat of Usui, Saito exposes the blind warrior's plot to kill Shishio.
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E33
Episode 33
★ 7.3The Man Who is Chosen for Victory: Shishio Versus Kenshin, Finale
1997-09-03 · 25mKenshin's final effort to win the ultimate battle ends with Shishio destroying himself. But in the wake of Kenshin's victory, Shishio's closest aide vows revenge.
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E34
Episode 34
★ 7.3The Juppongatana Who Remain: A Choice for Life
1997-09-10 · 25mFollowing Shishio's defeat, his remaining allies put their fate in the hands of the government. While Kenshin is reunited with his Peace Force, the vanquished Shishio vows to take over Hell.
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E35
Episode 35
★ 7.0Kyoto, the Engraved Memory: Begin with a Wish
1997-09-17 · 25mAs Kenshin is nursing the wounds sustained in his fight with Shishio, Kaoru prepares the Peace Force for their return home.
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Mayo Suzukaze
Kenshin Himura (voice)
Miki Fujitani
Kaoru Kamiya (voice)
Mina Tominaga
Yahiko Myoujin (voice)
Yuji Ueda
Sanosuke Sagara (voice)
Mika Doi
Megumi Takani (voice)
Hirotaka Suzuoki
Hajime Saitô (voice)
Tomo Sakurai
Makimachi Misao (voice)
Yoshito Yasuhara
Aoshi Shinomori (voice)
Yoku Shioya
Gensai (voice)
