Meiji Gekken: 1874

Former Aizu warrior Shizuma works as a rickshaw driver in Tokyo while searching for his missing fiancée Sumie.

Shizuma, a former warrior from the Aizu Domain, now works as a humble rickshaw driver in Tokyo. Despite his current profession, the spirit of the samurai remains alive within him. His primary goal is to locate his fiancée, Sumie, who disappeared during the Boshin War. The narrative focuses on his personal journey and the enduring legacy of his past as he navigates life in the city while seeking answers about her fate. This story highlights the contrast between his current humble existence and his historical background as a fighter.

Shizuma Joins Police Force After Kawaji's Recommendation

Chief Superintendent Kawaji recognizes Shizuma's valuable assistance during a police investigation and urges him to become an officer. Consequently, Shizuma begins his new career working directly with Osanai. The pair are assigned to patrol duties together, marking a significant shift in Shizuma's professional life as he transitions from civilian assistance to active law enforcement service under Kawaji's direct supervision.

Osanai and Shizuma investigate the hunting club abducting people for sport

During their ongoing investigations, Osanai and Shizuma come across information regarding a group known as the hunting club. This organization is described as abducting individuals and hunting them for sport. The details of this group emerge as part of the broader inquiry being conducted by the two characters. The narrative focuses on the discovery of these specific activities and the nature of the group involved in these crimes.

Kyoushirou leads the Japan Gekkenkai tournament while Shizuma investigates a mysterious attack.

Kyoushirou is assigned to lead the Japan Gekkenkai fencing tournament. Meanwhile, Shizuma is designated to take part in the competition. His participation is driven by the need to look into a sudden and unexplained assault that has occurred. The narrative focuses on these two distinct objectives unfolding within the context of the sporting event, with one character managing the organization of the games and the other using the tournament as a cover for his investigative duties regarding the violent incident.

Japan Gekkenkai fencing finals shift to real swords in unexpected tournament change

The finals of the Japan Gekkenkai fencing tournament are currently taking place. Just before the matches begin, a sudden announcement alters the competition rules. Instead of using standard wooden practice swords, the participants are required to fight using real, sharp blades. This unexpected modification significantly increases the danger and stakes of the event, transforming the scheduled sporting contest into a lethal battle for survival among the remaining competitors.

Shizuma dismisses Koto as the attacker after their fight and receives shocking news.

Following a confrontation with Koto, Shizuma concludes that she cannot be the attacker he is hunting. Before he has the opportunity to shift his focus toward other potential suspects, he is interrupted by the delivery of devastating news. This unexpected development forces him to reconsider his current investigation and the individuals he has previously ruled out as culprits. The episode centers on Shizuma's internal deduction process and the immediate impact of this new information on his search for the true perpetrator.

Fateful Bonds

Intense battles unfold as characters engage in fierce combat

Night Skies

The River Never Stops, Nor Carries The Same Water Twice