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Episodes (12)
- 1EP 1
Shinsengumi idols sing Heaven's Song while Kyoto praises the Tokugawa shogunate's peace.
Jul 2, 2014Set during the era later recognized as the end of the Tokugawa shogunate, Kyoto is filled with the "Heaven's Song" performed by the Shinsengumi's top idols. The citizens celebrate the Tokugawa shogunate's Song of Peaceful world, reflecting the political climate of the time. This period marks a significant historical transition, with cultural expressions of loyalty and harmony dominating the public sphere in the capital.
- 2EP 2
Ryoma, Takasugi, and Katsura Form a Band Amidst Music Bans
Jul 9, 2014Ryoma, Takasugi, and Katsura start performing together as a musical group. Their efforts fail to gain popularity, and they face increasing difficulties finding venues to play rock music. This is because the city strictly prohibits all musical genres except for Heaven's Song. With no suitable locations remaining for their performances, the trio becomes stuck and decides to attend a Shinsengumi concert to seek inspiration and ideas for their situation.
- 3EP 3
Ryoma and friends work backstage for the Shinsengumi idol group concert
Jul 16, 2014Ryoma and his friends take on jobs to pay off their debts, starting with backstage work at a concert. The event features the Shinsengumi, identified as the government's top idol group. Captain Kondo Isami is in charge, while Hijikata Toshizo and Okita Soji lead the group as aces. The friends begin their employment under these leaders, unaware initially of the group's specific status and the nature of the performance they are supporting behind the scenes.
- 4EP 4
Ryoma and friends stage an impromptu rock concert at a bath house to cope with government bans.
Jul 23, 2014The government imposes strict regulations on rock music, effectively banning it from live performance venues. Disheartened by these restrictions, Ryoma and his companions visit a bath house to relax and escape their worries. They decide to organize a unique rock concert within the bath house setting. While Ryoma and Takasugi are enthusiastic about the performance, Katsura remains uninterested in the music. This gathering serves as a creative outlet for the group amidst the cultural crackdown, allowing them to express their passion for rock in an unconventional environment despite the lack of traditional stage support.
- 5EP 5
Ryoma and friends visit Hikone for a concert featuring the mysterious Heaven's Song
Jul 30, 2014Ryoma and his companions travel to Hikone to attend a musical performance. Upon arrival, they observe peculiar conduct among the local residents, who appear to react exclusively to a phenomenon known as Heaven's Song. Investigating the origin of this sound, the group encounters Okita Soji, an idol affiliated with the Shinsengumi. It is revealed that Okita traveled to Hikone under specific instructions from Ii to present a solo concert. The narrative focuses on the group's discovery of Okita and the strange atmospheric conditions surrounding the town's reaction to the music.
- 6EP 6
The band prepares for a royal concert at Nijo Castle despite knowing it is a trap.
Aug 6, 2014Ryoma and his friends receive an invitation to a royal concert at Nijo Castle. Although they are aware that the event is a trap, the band chooses to confront the shogunate and intensifies their practice sessions. Meanwhile, Kondo and Hijikata grow uneasy regarding Okita’s strange behavior since his return from Hikone. They also notice Ii’s unusual conduct. Consequently, these characters head toward Nijo Castle to investigate the situation and address their concerns about the impending gathering.
- 7EP 7
Okita and Hijikata leave the Shinsengumi to pursue world peace after Kondo's death
Aug 13, 2014Okita’s curse is lifted and his Peace Soul awakens, but this comes at the cost of Kondo’s life. Hijikata inherits Kondo’s Peace Soul, and together with Okita, they depart the Shinsengumi to achieve the true world peace Kondo desired. Upon hearing of their departure, Ryoma invites them to join forces. He proposes that they form a band to rock and defeat Ii together, uniting their efforts against this common adversary in the name of peace.
- 8EP 8
Dark Cherries members Oryo, Ikumatsu, and Ono work at Telada before receiving assassination orders from Ii.
Aug 20, 2014Oryo, Ikumatsu, and Ono take on part-time jobs at Telada while struggling to succeed as members of the government idol group Dark Cherries. Facing imminent failure in their idol careers, the trio receives a critical directive from Ii. They are ordered to assassinate Ryoma and his friends, marking their final opportunity to prove their worth. This mission forces the unsuccessful idols to transition from their struggling public image to a dangerous covert operation, highlighting the stark contrast between their idol duties and the lethal task assigned to them by the authorities.
- 9EP 9
Ryoma and friends adopt masked personas as the Maskucchis to evade government crackdowns.
Aug 27, 2014With their identities revealed, Ryoma and his companions experience a surge in fan popularity. However, this visibility attracts intensified government scrutiny, which restricts their ability to perform music freely. To circumvent these legal pressures and continue their artistic expression, Yataro proposes that the group adopt a new strategy. They decide to operate as a mysterious rock band that conceals their true identities behind masks. Consequently, Ryoma and his friends don these disguises and begin performing under the stage name "Maskucchis," allowing them to navigate the hostile environment while maintaining their musical activities.
- 10EP 10
A Solo Debut Occurs as the Group Decides They Cannot Play Together Anymore
Sep 3, 2014The ensemble officially adopts the name Ultra Souls and starts performing. Rock music spreads throughout Kyoto, enabling the group to hold jam sessions with other bands. Ryoma feels excited about bringing happiness to everyone through his rock music. However, his perspective shifts when he realizes his music is indeed making people happy. This realization causes him to become unsure of his actions and question his role within the group dynamic. The narrative focuses on his internal conflict regarding the impact of his art on the audience and his peers.
- 11EP 11
Takasugi Abandons Ultra Souls to Infiltrate Government Under False Pretext
Sep 12, 2014Takasugi departs the Ultra Souls and proceeds to Ii’s location. He claims his intention is to cease rocking in order to perform Heaven's Song, but his actual objective is to serve the government and dismantle it from within. Concurrently, the remaining members of the Ultra Souls, excluding Takasugi, plan to infiltrate the government’s Oedo Heaven's Festival. Their strategy aims to expand the influence and reach of rock music by utilizing the event's large audience. This divergence marks a critical shift in the group's dynamics and individual motivations as they pursue conflicting paths.
- 12EP 12
Miasma engulfs Edo as Yoshinobu reveals his true motives and attacks the city
Sep 17, 2014A dark miasma covers the city of Edo while Tokugawa Yoshinobu makes his final appearance. He admits that his actions were driven by a desire to witness the Ultra Soul to alleviate his boredom. Additionally, he sought to cause trouble for Ii, who claimed all his efforts were for Yoshinobu’s sake despite focusing only on the Tokugawa shogunate. In a fit of desperation, Yoshinobu utilizes the power of Heaven's Song to begin destroying the city of Edo.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes does Bakumatsu Rock have?
- Bakumatsu Rock has 12 episodes.
- When did Bakumatsu Rock come out?
- Bakumatsu Rock came out in 2014.
- Which studio made Bakumatsu Rock?
- Bakumatsu Rock was produced by Studio DEEN.
- Who directed Bakumatsu Rock?
- Bakumatsu Rock was directed by Itsurou Kawasaki.
- Is Bakumatsu Rock finished?
- Current status of Bakumatsu Rock: Finished.