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Episode Progress
Complete24 / 24 episodes aired
All 24 episodes available on Crunchyroll, Hulu, Netflix
- Premiered
- Summer 2023
- Aired
- Jul 7, 2023 – Dec 15, 2023
- Broadcast
- Friday · 00:55:00
- Duration
- 22 min
- Time to Complete
- 9h 36m
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- LIDENFILMS
Alternative Titles
jaるろうに剣心 -明治剣客浪漫譚-
en-x-romajiRurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023)
enKenshin le vagabond (2023)
enRurouni Kenshin (2023)
jaるろうに剣心 -明治剣客浪漫譚-(2023)
enSamurai X (2023)
Synopsis
In the late 19th century, as the cruel times of the Bakumatsu period came to a close, a new Meiji era marked the age of restoration for Japan. With the war over, its infamous hero Hitokiri Battousai disappeared into thin air, leaving only his legend behind. Years later, a seemingly plain wanderer named Kenshin Himura encounters Kaoru Kamiya, the owner of a struggling local dojo in Tokyo. Kaoru pursues a self-proclaimed Battousai who roams the streets, indiscriminately killing citizens and police officers. Furthermore, the warrior professes to use the Kamiya Kasshin-ryu—a sword style developed by Kaoru's father deeply rooted in the essence of life, not death. Kenshin decides to help Kaoru take down the impostor and restore her father's dojo. Unbeknownst to all, Kenshin is none other than the real warrior whose name still terrifies the people. Although Kaoru eventually learns the truth, his oath to atone for his murderous history by bloodlessly protecting the weak moves her, and she welcomes Kenshin to stay at her dojo. However, Kenshin's ideals are soon challenged by ghosts of the past and enemies of the present. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
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Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) is a remake of the original adaptation, utilizing new animation technology to make it appealing to both new viewers and returning audiences of the series. Supplementary modifications were also made to bring a more serious tone and depth to the story. The anime was released on Blu-ray and DVD in eight volumes by Aniplex from October 25, 2023, to May 29
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) is a remake of the original adaptation, utilizing new animation technology to make it appealing to both new viewers and returning audiences of the series. Supplementary modifications were also made to bring a more serious tone and depth to the story. The anime was released on Blu-ray and DVD in eight volumes by Aniplex from October 25, 2023, to May 29, 2024.
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Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) is a remake of the original adaptation, utilizing new animation technology to make it appealing to both new viewers and returning audiences of the series. Supplementary modifications were also made to bring a more serious tone and depth to the story. The anime was released on Blu-ray and DVD in eight volumes by Aniplex from October 25, 2023, to May 29
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) is a remake of the original adaptation, utilizing new animation technology to make it appealing to both new viewers and returning audiences of the series. Supplementary modifications were also made to bring a more serious tone and depth to the story. The anime was released on Blu-ray and DVD in eight volumes by Aniplex from October 25, 2023, to May 29, 2024.
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Rurouni Kenshin is entry 1 of 2 in the Rurouni Kenshin watch order — the first entry in this franchise's main story.
Franchise Timeline
Rurouni Kenshin
Essential·Core entries only — skip filler and side content
- 1Rurouni KenshinSeason 1
- 2Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto DisturbanceSeason 2
Complete·Everything including OVAs, specials & side stories
Episode Guide
Aired so far: 24 / 24
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Information
- Type
- TV
- Status
- Finished
- Premiered
- Summer 2023
- Aired
- Jul 7, 2023 – Dec 15, 2023
- Broadcast
- Friday · 00:55:00
- Episodes
- 24 / 24
- Duration
- 22 min
- Time to Complete
- 9h 36m
- Rating
- PG - Children
- Studio
- LIDENFILMS
Alternative Titles
jaるろうに剣心 -明治剣客浪漫譚-
en-x-romajiRurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023)
enKenshin le vagabond (2023)
enRurouni Kenshin (2023)
jaるろうに剣心 -明治剣客浪漫譚-(2023)
enSamurai X (2023)
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