Yasuke
YASUKE －ヤスケ－
Genres
- Action
- Fantasy
Tags
all 17- TraitsSamurai90
- ActionSwordplay90
- TimeAnachronism86
- TimeHistorical80
- FantasyMagic78
- TechnicalCGI75
- Main CastMale Protagonist74
- OtherWar66
- OrganisationsMilitary66
- TraitsRobots66
- OtherBody Horror65
- OtherGore65
- TraitsOrphan60
- FantasySuper Power60
- TraitsMonster Girl60
- UniverseUrban Fantasy60
- ActionMartial Arts54
Genres: Action, Fantasy. Tags: Samurai, Swordplay, Anachronism, Historical, Magic, CGI, Male Protagonist, War, Military, Robots, Body Horror, Gore.
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Ranked
#2530
Popularity
253
Favorites
29.4K
Members
#16
This Season
Popular ONA
- Aired
- Apr 29, 2021 –
- Duration
- 29 min
- Time to Complete
- ~2h 54m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- MAPPA
Alternative Titles
jaYASUKE －ヤスケ－
jaYasuke -ヤスケ-
thยาสึเกะ ซามูไรแอฟริกา
arياسوكي
Synopsis
A village in danger, a mysterious child, warring daimyo, and the greatest ronin never known all clash in a Japan of magic and mechs. Learn the story of the first African samurai. (Source: Netflix)
Synopsis
A village in danger, a mysterious child, warring daimyo, and the greatest ronin never known all clash in a Japan of magic and mechs. Learn the story of the first African samurai. (Source: Netflix)
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Theme Songs
Status Breakdown
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes of Yasuke are there?
Yasuke consists of 6 episodes, each with a runtime of approximately 29 minutes. As the series is currently airing, this count reflects the episodes released during its original broadcast run.
Is Yasuke finished or still airing?
Yasuke is currently airing. It is listed as an ongoing ONA, so you should check your streaming service for the latest updates on episode releases.
Where can I watch Yasuke online?
You can stream Yasuke exclusively on Netflix. It is available there as part of their anime library.
What is the story of Yasuke about?
Yasuke follows the story of the first African samurai living in a version of Japan filled with magic and mechs. The plot centers on a village in danger, a mysterious child named Saki, and warring daimyo that force the ronin Yasuke back into conflict.
Which studio produced Yasuke and who directed it?
The animation for Yasuke was produced by the studio MAPPA. It was directed by Thomas, LeSean, with notable contributions from staff members such as Ellison, Steven, Koike, Takeshi, and Shima, Kenichi.
What should I watch if I liked Yasuke?
If you enjoyed the samurai themes and action in Yasuke, fans often recommend watching Afro Samurai, Samurai Champloo, Dororo, Rurouni Kenshin, and Megalobox.
Is Yasuke appropriate for children?
No, Yasuke is rated R - 17+ for violence and profanity. It features mature themes including gore and depicts an adult cast, making it unsuitable for younger viewers.
What are the opening and ending songs for Yasuke?
The opening theme for Yasuke is titled "Black Gold" by Flying Lotus (feat. Thundercat). The ending theme is "Between Memories," also by Flying Lotus (feat. Niki Randa).
Information
- Type
- ONA
- Status
- Airing
- Country
- Japan
- Aired
- Apr 29, 2021 –
- Episodes
- 6
- Duration
- 29 min
- Time to Complete
- ~2h 54m
- Rating
- R - 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Studio
- MAPPA
Alternative Titles
jaYASUKE －ヤスケ－
jaYasuke -ヤスケ-
thยาสึเกะ ซามูไรแอฟริกา
arياسوكي
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