Ep. 31: Kenshin's Departure Amidst Unspoken Feelings and Kaoru's Anxiety
Aired on November 27, 1996

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With the deadline for Kenshin's decision regarding his trip to Kyoto approaching, Kaoru grows anxious about the potential loss. Following the assassination of Okubo by Sojiro Seta, Kenshin resolves to travel to Kyoto. He shares an emotional farewell with Kaoru, suggesting that their paths may never cross again. This pivotal moment marks a significant turning point in Kenshin's journey, driven by the urgency of the situation and the finality of his departure from his current life.
Episodes
- Ep. 27 · The Red Pirate Conclusion: Shura Confronts Ginjo and Kairyu Island Faces Destruction
- Ep. 28 · The Wolf's Shadow Approaches as a Former Captain Emerges
- Ep. 29 · Kenshin faces Arundo Akamatsu while Saito arrives at the dojo to challenge him
- Ep. 30 · Shishio Makoto's Revenge Plot Emerges as Kenshin Battles Saito
- Ep. 31 · Kenshin's Departure Amidst Unspoken Feelings and Kaoru's Anxiety
- Ep. 32 · Kamiya Kaoru Finds Courage to Leave Tokyo for Kyoto After Kenshin's Departure
- Ep. 33 · Aoshi Chooses Chaos to Prove Oniwabanshu Superiority Over Kenshin
- Ep. 34 · The Little Thief, Makimachi Misao's Deceptive Looks
- Ep. 35 · Kenshin and Misao aid Eiji Mishima in Shingetsu Village against Shishio's forces