Rurouni Kenshin
るろうに剣心 明治剣客浪漫譚
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…
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Synopsis
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.
About
Rurouni Kenshin premiered on January 10, 1996. It falls under the Action & Adventure, Animation, Comedy genres. The series has aired across 3 seasons and 94 episodes. with each episode running approximately 25 minutes. It airs on Fuji TV. and concluded its run on September 8, 1998.
Why viewers enjoy Rurouni Kenshin
Rurouni Kenshin targets fans of Action & Adventure anime, especially viewers who appreciate stories that blend Animation, Comedy elements. This combination of Action & Adventure, Animation, Comedy sets the show's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience over more general animated programming.
Production
Rurouni Kenshin was animated by Studio Deen, Gallop, Fuji Television Network, and broadcast on Fuji TV.
Critical reception
Rurouni Kenshin holds a rating of 8.5 out of 10 based on 812 user reviews on TMDB, placing it among the highest-rated anime tracked on the platform.
Themes & motifs
Recurring motifs and themes throughout Rurouni Kenshin include: assassin, samurai, exile, romance, historical, shinsengumi, shounen, anime. These threads anchor the show's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the kind of viewing experience it delivers.
Voice cast
Mayo Suzukaze
Miki Fujitani
Mina Tominaga
Yuji Ueda
Mika Doi
Hirotaka Suzuoki
Tomo Sakurai
Yoshito Yasuhara
Yoku Shioya
Noriko Hidaka
Production credits
- Direction
- Kazuhiro Furuhashi · Makoto Sokuza · Akira Shimizu
- Writing
- Nobuhiro Watsuki · Yoshiyuki Suga · Michiru Shimada
Release dates
Premiered
January 10, 1996
Last aired
September 8, 1998
Seasons & episodes
Season1
Wandering Samurai
January 10, 1996·27episodes
Season1
Wandering Samurai
January 10, 1996·27episodes
No description available for this season.
Season2
Legend of Kyoto
October 30, 1996·35episodes
Season2
Legend of Kyoto
October 30, 1996·35episodes
No description available for this season.
Season3
Tales of the Meiji
October 14, 1997·32episodes
Season3
Tales of the Meiji
October 14, 1997·32episodes
No description available for this season.
Themes & topics
Keywords associated with this title by the community.
- assassin
- samurai
- exile
- romance
- historical
- shinsengumi
- shounen
- anime
- meiji period
- wandering
- bushi
- bakumatsu
- ishin shishi
- kasei culture
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Frequently asked questions
When did Rurouni Kenshin premiere?
Rurouni Kenshin premiered on January 10, 1996.
How many seasons does Rurouni Kenshin have?
Rurouni Kenshin has 3 seasons and 94 episodes in total.
What genre is Rurouni Kenshin?
Rurouni Kenshin is classified under Action & Adventure, Animation, Comedy.
What networks did Rurouni Kenshin air on?
Rurouni Kenshin aired on Fuji TV.
Is Rurouni Kenshin finished?
Yes, Rurouni Kenshin concluded its run on September 8, 1998.
How long is each episode of Rurouni Kenshin?
Each episode of Rurouni Kenshin runs for approximately 25 minutes.
Where is Rurouni Kenshin from?
Rurouni Kenshin is a Japanese anime production.
What is the TMDB rating of Rurouni Kenshin?
Rurouni Kenshin holds a rating of 8.5 out of 10 on TMDB based on community reviews.
