Rurouni Kenshin

Name: Rurouni Kenshin
Genre: Action & Adventure, Animation, Comedy
Released: 1996-01-10
Rating: 8.5
Cast: Mayo Suzukaze, Miki Fujitani, Mina Tominaga, Yuji Ueda, Mika Doi

ENDED3 Seasons94 Episodes★ 8.5

Rurouni Kenshin is an animated action-adventure series on Fuji TV that ran from 1996 to 1998, ending after 3 seasons and 94 episodes.

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NetworkFuji TV

First AiredJan 10, 1996

Last AiredSep 8, 1998

GenreAction & Adventure, Animation, Comedy

Runtime25 min

Original Titleるろうに剣心明治剣客浪漫譚

LanguageJapanese

CountryJapan

ProductionStudio Deen, Gallop, Fuji Television Network

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

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)

Seasons & Episodes3 seasons · 94 episodes

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E1The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love

Oct 14, 199725m★ 6.0

Back at home, Kaoru works to restore the dilapidated dojo, while Kenshin encounters a wise old fisherman who teaches him an important lesson about love.

E2The Birth of Prince Yahiko? An Elegant Debut into Society

Oct 28, 199725m

After stepping in to stop what appears to be a robbery, Kenshin and Kaoru meet a young prince who looks exactly like Yahiko.

E3Find the Lost Treasure! The Great Detective Dog Notaro

Nov 4, 199725m

Sanosuke adopts a stray dog, unaware that it holds the key to a criminal gang's plot to blackmail some local officials and gain political control. And when the gang finally tracks him down, Kenshin and Yahiko join Sanosuke to foil their plan.

E4Kaoru Ecstatic! Kenshin's Proposal?

Nov 11, 199725m

After Kenshin finds a ring inside a catfish, he's persuaded to give it to Kaoru. Thinking it's an engagement ring, Kaoru is sure that he's asking her to get married.

E5Gleaming Blade of Legends! The Mystic Swordsman Shougo Amakusa

Nov 18, 199725m

Alerted by Misao, Kenshin and the rest of the Peace Force arrive to help Aoshi find a mysterious killer. Kenshin's investigation uncovers evidence linking the killing to a Christian Samurai and of vengeance that's been foretold.

E6The Medallion of Destiny: The First Meeting of Sanosuke and Sayo

Nov 25, 199725m

In an effort to prevent more revenge killings, Kenshin must take on Shogo Amakusa, the Christian warrior known as God's Child.

E7To the Battlefield of Shimabara: The Moment of Decisive Battle

Dec 2, 199725m

As Kenshin prepares to honor his promise to stop Shogo Amakusa, he and Sanosuke uncover a secret church that was built when Christian worshipers were forced underground.

E8Shock of the Rai Ryu Sen! Kenshin Sent into Darkness

Dec 9, 199725m

When neither Kaoru nor Kenshin can persuade Shogo Amakusa to abandon his plan to advance the Christian cause through violence, the stage for battle is set.

E9The Conspiracy of Kaiou: Shougo Caught in a Trap

Dec 16, 199725m

Though blinded by his duel with Shogo Amakusa, Kenshin seeks another battle in hopes it will restore his sight.

E10Days of Remorse: The Sad Past of Shougo and Sayo

Jan 6, 199825m

Along with the story of his parent's martyrdom, Misao uncovers the truth behind the alleged miracles that deified Shogo Amarusa.

E11The Sneering Demon: Shouzo and Karyu Scattered in the Explosive Flames

Jan 13, 199825m

Sir Kaioh unveils his plan to use Shogo Amarusa's loyal followers to overthrow the government and control Japan himself.

E12Sanosuke's Tears: An Eternal Farewell Befalls the Two

Jan 20, 199825m

As Kenshin tries to stop the slaughter of the Christians as they march towards martyrdom, Sanosuke is unable to avert the death of Shogo's terminally ill sister.

E13The Last Crusade: Two Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki Crash!

Jan 27, 199825m

As Misao and the Dutch consul ask the Army delay to their attack, the sightless Kenshin pressures Shogo to prevent the martyrdom of his followers.

E14Bon Voyage

Feb 3, 199825m

Following Shogo's surrender, Kenshin asks the government not to execute him. As a result, he and his followers are sent into exile in Holland.

E15Himura Dojo in Shimonoseki?

Feb 10, 199825m

When the Peace Force comes across a man posing as Kenshin, everyone else wants the impostor exposed. But Kenshin notes that he's been using his profits to care for a group of orphans.

E16Crush!

Feb 17, 199825m

When Kenshin accidentally loses all their money, the Peace Force must go to work at an inn in order to pay their bill.

E17Kaishu Katsu and Kenshin: The Destiny of Two Men Who Survived the Revolution

Feb 24, 199825m★ 7.3

Kaoru offers to take on a scholarly young student who's been expelled by his teacher until he learns how to fight.

E18The Unending Revolution: A Destiny Forced Upon Kaishu

Mar 3, 199825m

As Kaoru continues her training of Daigoro, Kenshin is warned to steer clear of the young man's teacher, Kaishu Katsu.

E19Conspiracy of the Beni-aoi: The Living Ghost of the Revolution Targets Kaishu!

Mar 10, 199825m

Despite Kaishu's determination to free his daughter on his own, Kenshin joins the Peace Force and Daigoro for a rescue.

E20Kaishu Katsu's Determination: The Truth that Lived Through the Times

Apr 14, 199825m

Though Daigoro is wounded in the battle, Kenshin and company free Itsuko.

E21Yutaro Returns: The Conspiracy of the Shadow Swordsmen

Apr 21, 199825m

With his arm nearly healed, Yutaro and his doctor arrive for a visit at the dojo.

E22The Sanada Ninja Squad and the Elixir: Misanagi's Driving Quest

May 5, 199825m

When a letter from Dr. Hans reveals the story of the miraculous medicine, Yutaro joins the Peace Force in an effort to find it.

E23A Straying Journey: The Trap of the Divine Crossing!

May 19, 199825m

Using the clues left behind by Dr. Hans, Kenshin and company are led to the hidden shrine that holds the key to the miracle cure.

E24A Heat Wave from Beneath the Earth: The Three Sanada Demons!

May 26, 199825m

After surviving a fall into a volcano, the Peace Force comes across an injured Sanada Ninja who offers to help battle his former allies.

E25Schneider's Bet: The Collapse of the Black Knights!

Jun 2, 199825m

After their search leads them to the hidden cure, the leader of the Black Knights makes it clear that he has no intention of honoring his promise to cede control of Japan to the Sanada Ninjas.

E26The Two Guides: Yahiko and Yutaro's Eternal Vow

Jun 9, 199825m

As he faces off against the Black Knight's leader, Kenshin must rely on his brains and not his sword to win the battle.

E27To My Angel Misao: A Fetching from Kyoto

Jun 16, 199825m

As Aoshi arrives to bring her home, Misao joins Kaoru and some friends for a final shopping spree. However, Sanosuke and Yahiko's efforts to keep an eye on the women lead to them to be mistaken for a pair of thieves.

E28Feng Shui, Surprise Attack! The Mystery of the Pentagram Spread!

Jun 23, 199825m

Following a series of accidents in town, a master of feng shui blames an imbalance in the Ki, a force which keeps all of nature's other forces in balance.

E29The Magic of Feng Shui: Kamiya Dojo is Targeted!

Jul 21, 199825m

As Kenshin learns of a battle between the Wind and Water families for control of the Ki, efforts to build a railroad are exposed as a Water clan plot to control Japan.

E30Tokyo Under Martial Law! The Deadly Ryu Myaku

Aug 4, 199825m

The Water family's efforts to gain control of the Ki have left Kaoru seriously wounded.

E31The Enemy Awaits in Senjo Gahara: In Search of the Jade Crest

Aug 18, 199825m

With help from the Wind family's leader, Kenshin saves Kaoru's life. But the Water family's quest to redirect the Ki and gain control of Japan moves ahead as planned.

E32The Elegy of Wind and Water: A Last Desperate Effort!

Sep 8, 199825m

With Kenshin's help, the Wind family derails their rival's plan to redirect the flow of the Ki and ends their effort to dominate Japan.

About Rurouni Kenshin

Rurouni Kenshin is an action & adventure, animation, comedy series on Fuji TV. The show first aired on Jan 10, 1996 and currently has 3 seasons and 94 episodes. Rurouni Kenshin has ended. It has a rating of 8.5/10 based on 834 votes. The cast includes Mayo Suzukaze, Miki Fujitani, Mina Tominaga, Yuji Ueda, Mika Doi.