Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan
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2 / 4- 25EP 25filler
Kenshin and Kaoru are separated when the Kairyu pirates attack a boat cruise.
Aug 28, 1996Kaoru boards a boat cruise to earn money, unaware that Kenshin, Yahiko, and Sanosuke have also joined the same vessel. Kenshin eventually discovers Kaoru is on board, but the Kairyu, a group of fearsome pirates who fight like demons, suddenly attack the ship. During the chaos, Kenshin becomes poisoned but manages to defeat Shura, the leader of the Kairyu. As the pirates retreat, they capture Kaoru. Kenshin voluntarily exchanges himself for her safety and is taken away by the Kairyu, leaving Kaoru, Yahiko, and Sanosuke behind on the ship.
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Shura the Mysterious Pirate Faces Betrayal from Greedy Subordinates
Sep 4, 1996Shura and Kenshin arrive at Kairyu Island aboard the Kairyu vessel. Shura refuses to kill Kenshin, prompting Ginjo, a greedy subordinate, to plot her assassination to seize leadership. Geki, another follower who has defected to Ginjo, shoots Shura in the leg. This betrayal marks a turning point as internal conflict erupts within the group. The incident highlights the tension between Shura’s mercy and the ruthless ambitions of her crew members seeking power.
- 27EP 27filler
The Red Pirate Conclusion: Shura Confronts Ginjo and Kairyu Island Faces Destruction
Oct 16, 1996Kenshin and Sarujiro care for Shura until she learns that Ginjo provided Iwazo with opium. Shura confronts Ginjo to defeat him but loses because he used a dirty trick. Kenshin intervenes to end the conflict. Geki then detonates a bomb that destroys Kairyu Island and kills all its inhabitants, sparing only Kenshin and Shura.
- 28EP 28
The Wolf's Shadow Approaches as a Former Captain Emerges
Oct 30, 1996A fragile peace is shattered by the arrival of Hajime Saito, formerly a Shinsengumi captain, now operating under the alias Goro Fujita for the Tokyo police. His presence triggers intense, violent memories of the Bakumatsu era for Kenshin Himura. Disguised as a medicine vendor, Saito visits the Kamiya dojo and engages Sanosuke Sagara in combat. The confrontation results in severe injuries to Sanosuke, marking a dangerous escalation in tensions and signaling a significant threat to the group's current stability.
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Kenshin faces Arundo Akamatsu while Saito arrives at the dojo to challenge him
Nov 6, 1996Sanosuke is recovering from injuries caused by Saito, but Kenshin remains mentally troubled. Arundo Akamatsu, an assassin hired by Saito’s employer, attempts to draw Kenshin into combat but is defeated. Saito then arrives at the dojo, using his position as a policeman to gain entry. He initiates a fight with Kenshin despite Kaoru’s desperate pleas for him to stop and avoid reverting to his manslayer persona.
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Shishio Makoto's Revenge Plot Emerges as Kenshin Battles Saito
Nov 13, 1996Kenshin fights Saito while Kaoru Kamiya fears his violent alter ego will never fade. A superior interrupts the clash, prompting Kenshin to punch himself and revert to his gentle self. Toshimichi Okubo reveals that Makoto Shishio, the former Shadow Hitokiri, survived being burned alive and is now assembling an army to overthrow the government. Okubo orders Kenshin to defeat Shishio, giving him a strict deadline to accept the mission. He is threatened that if he refuses, Megumi Takani will face charges for opium manufacture. This ultimatum forces Kenshin to weigh his personal safety against the greater threat posed by Shishio's rising power and political ambitions.
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Kenshin's Departure Amidst Unspoken Feelings and Kaoru's Anxiety
Nov 27, 1996With 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.
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Kamiya Kaoru Finds Courage to Leave Tokyo for Kyoto After Kenshin's Departure
Dec 4, 1996Kamiya Kaoru struggles with deep depression following Kenshin's departure from Tokyo. With support from Yahiko Myoujin, Tae Sekihara, Tsubame Sanjou, and primarily Megumi, she regains her resolve. Kaoru ultimately decides to travel to Kyoto to find Kenshin. Meanwhile, Saito engages in a conflict with Sanosuke, urging him not to join the journey. Despite Saito's warning that Sanosuke would be a burden to Kenshin, Sanosuke chooses to leave on his own accord. The narrative focuses on Kaoru's emotional recovery and the diverging paths of the group members as they prepare for their respective journeys.
- 33EP 33
Aoshi Chooses Chaos to Prove Oniwabanshu Superiority Over Kenshin
Dec 11, 1996Aoshi Shinomori embraces chaos to defeat Kenshin, aiming to demonstrate that the Oniwabanshu were the strongest fighters of the revolution. He easily overcomes four monks sent by Shishio, who were only intended to test his strength. Despite this display of power, Aoshi declines Sojiro’s invitation to join Shishio’s faction, maintaining his independent path while pursuing his goal of proving his former group's superiority.
- 34EP 34
The Little Thief, Makimachi Misao's Deceptive Looks
Jan 8, 1997Kenshin encounters Misao Makimachi, a female bandit and member of the Oniwabanshuu, in the forest. She is determined to find Aoshi and the other four Oniwabanshuu members, though she does not know their current locations or fates. Misao persistently chases Kenshin, convinced that he can guide her to them. Despite her deceptive appearance, she remains focused on her goal. This encounter highlights her strong desire to reunite with her former comrades. The narrative centers on her pursuit and the uncertainty surrounding the whereabouts of the Oniwabanshuu group.
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Kenshin and Misao aid Eiji Mishima in Shingetsu Village against Shishio's forces
Jan 15, 1997Traveling toward Kyoto, Kenshin and Misao encounter the dying Eiji Mishima, who cradles his deceased brother. Eiji vows revenge against Senkaku, the warrior responsible for his brother's death. The trio proceeds to Shingetsu Village, Eiji's hometown, where they engage and repel soldiers loyal to Shishio. After the skirmish, Kenshin and Saito depart to infiltrate Shishio's nearby mansion, leaving Misao and Eiji behind to continue their journey.
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Kenshin defeats Senkaku easily before Misao and Eiji arrive at the mansion
Jan 22, 1997Kenshin engages in combat with Senkaku and secures a decisive victory with apparent ease. Following this confrontation, Misao and Eiji proceed toward the same mansion where the battle took place. Their objective is to defeat Senkaku independently, aiming to claim the victory for themselves rather than relying on Kenshin’s success. This sequence highlights the immediate aftermath of the fight and the subsequent movements of other characters seeking to resolve the conflict through their own efforts.
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Kenshin fights Sojiro after Shishio refuses the duel, resulting in broken swords.
Jan 29, 1997Kenshin challenges Shishio to a duel, but Shishio declines, claiming the wanderer is too weak. Instead, Shishio orders his subordinate Sojiro to fight Kenshin in his place. Shishio and Yumi Komagata then depart from the mansion. Sojiro and Kenshin engage in combat using the battōjutsu drawing technique, a clash that causes severe damage to both of their swords. After the fight, Sojiro leaves the mansion and instructs Kenshin to acquire a new sword before they meet again.
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Sanosuke meets Anji Yuukyuuzan and learns the Futae no Kiwami technique in one week
Feb 5, 1997While wandering through a forest, Sanosuke encounters a monk named Anji Yuukyuuzan who offers him food. Impressed by the monk, Sanosuke persuades Anji to instruct him in the Futae no Kiwami, a destructive punching technique capable of pulverizing large boulders into dust. Anji sets a strict deadline, granting Sanosuke exactly one week to master the skill under the threat of death if he fails. Upon successfully learning the technique within the allotted time, Sanosuke departs from the forest and heads toward Kyoto to continue his journey.
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Kenshin seeks Sakaba Arai to replace his sword after arriving in Kyoto with Misao
Feb 12, 1997Kenshin and Misao arrive in Kyoto, where they encounter Nenji Kashiwazaki, known as Okina from the Oniwabanshū. Okina immediately recognizes Kenshin as the legendary Battousai. Seeking to repair his broken reverse-blade sword, Kenshin visits Sekku Arai, son of the original swordsmith Shakku Arai. Sekku declines the request, arguing that the era of peace means samurai should no longer wield swords. Shortly after, Chou Sawagejou, the Sword Hunter of the Ten Swords, kidnaps Iori, the infant son of Sekku. Kenshin confronts Chou, demanding the immediate release of the child. This sequence establishes the central conflict regarding the sword's restoration and the safety of Sekku's family amidst the changing times.
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Kenshin confronts Cho over Iori, wielding the Shakku reverse blade sword to save the child
Feb 19, 1997Kenshin discovers that Cho has abducted Iori to secure the final masterpiece of Shakku. Facing a dilemma between his vow of non-lethal combat and the need to rescue the infant, Kenshin draws a sword provided to him. This weapon turns out to be the perfected reverse blade sword, which merely stuns Cho rather than killing him. With the immediate threat neutralized, Kenshin departs to locate his master, Seijuro Hiko. His goal is to learn the ultimate technique of the Hiten Mitsurugi-ryuu battoujutsu, ensuring he can protect others without breaking his promise to never take a life.
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Kenshin reunites with master Seijuro Hiko, who trains him while Misao joins them.
Feb 26, 1997Kenshin discovers his former master, Seijuro Hiko, residing as a potter near Kyoto. Hiko initially refuses to accept Kenshin back because he abandoned his training to join the revolution. Meanwhile, Yahiko and Kaoru locate Misao in Kyoto after she witnessed Kenshin’s departure. They meet Okina at an inn, which is disguised as the Oniwabanshuu headquarters, and she guides them to Hiko. Kenshin appears upset upon seeing Kaoru but clarifies that only half of him is angry. He agrees to undergo training, during which Misao’s connection to the Oniwabanshuu is revealed. Additionally, it becomes clear that she is unaware of the fate of Aoshi’s group in Edo.
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Aoshi Rejects Okina and Joins the Ten Swords After a Deadly Confrontation
Mar 5, 1997Misao grieves the loss of four Oniwabanshū members and recalls her failed search for Aoshi. Aoshi meets Okina in a market, where Okina forbids him from leading the group due to his obsession with killing Kenshin. Sojiro and other Ten Swords members persuade Aoshi to join their cause to destroy Kenshin. Okina departs wearing his shinobi uniform, prompting Misao to rush to the temple to prevent a clash. She arrives too late to stop the fight. Aoshi defeats Okina using his Kaiten Kenbu Rokuren technique. Before dying, Okina warns Aoshi that he will kill Misao the next time they meet.
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Seijuurou teaches the nine-strike Kuzu-ryuusen while Kenshin discovers the Amakakeru Ryuu no Hirameki
Mar 12, 1997Seijuurou recalls his first meeting with Kenshin as training continues. Kenshin demonstrates his readiness to learn the final technique, prompting Seijuurou to instruct him in the Kuzu-ryuusen attack, which delivers nine strikes to the fundamental targets of swordsmanship. Seijuurou declares that Kenshin must defeat this method using an ultimate attack. Burdened by concern for his friends, Kenshin searches his own soul to find what was missing in his life. He ultimately masters the Amakakeru Ryuu no Hirameki technique, although achieving this power comes at a severe cost to his concept of survival.
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The Ten Swords Gather at Shishio's Temple for the Kyoto Grand Fire
Mar 19, 1997The Ten Swords have assembled within the temple of Shishio located in Kyoto. They are prepared to initiate the Kyoto Grand Fire event. This gathering marks a significant step as they move forward on their path toward victory. The group is fully committed to proceeding with their plans as they stand ready to commence this major operation. Their presence at the temple signifies their unity and determination to achieve their goals through the upcoming battle.
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Kenshin, Sanosuke, and Saito pursue Shishio to Osaka aboard his battleship
Apr 16, 1997Kenshin, Sanosuke, and Saito travel to Osaka to locate Shishio and his followers on a vessel. They encounter Shishio, who reveals the Purgatory, a steel-plated battleship he acquired at great expense. Shishio intends to utilize the Purgatory to initiate an attack on Tokyo, prompting the group to confront him directly during this encounter on the ship.
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Sanosuke Destroys Purgatory and Kenshin Faces Shishio's Solo Challenge
Apr 23, 1997Sanosuke employs the Futae no Kiwami technique to deflect bullets and detonates bombs provided by Tsunan Tsukioka, severely damaging the Purgatory’s engine and creating a breach. The vessel eventually sinks after Kenshin, Sanosuke, and Saito evacuate safely. Shishio issues a challenge requiring Kenshin to reach his base by winning one-on-one fights. Meanwhile, the Oniwabanshuu, now led by Misao, intervene to prevent the Kyoto Grand Fire, thereby sparing Kyoto from destruction. This sequence concludes the immediate threat to the city while setting the stage for the final confrontation between Kenshin and Shishio under strict dueling conditions.
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A Fierce Clash at the Shrine: Sanosuke Faces Anji with the Ultimate Strike
Apr 30, 1997Kenshin, Sanosuke, and Saito travel to the Shrine of the Six Arches on Mount Hiei to confront Shishio. At the shrine, the first of the Ten Swords to challenge them is Anji, known as the Destroyer, who once instructed Sanosuke in the fundamentals of the Futae no Kiwami technique. The two engage in a duel where Sanosuke unleashes the Futae no Kiwami at maximum output, utilizing the Kiwami Hazuchi attack to strike Anji down. Sanosuke initially believes his opponent has been killed, but Anji rises again, appearing more enraged than before.
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Sanosuke and Anji duel while Kenshin and Saito face Usui Uonuma
May 14, 1997Sanosuke and Anji continue their duel. Anji is reborn to salvation after talking about his past and being convinced by Sanosuke and the memories from the people of his past that he was doing the wrong thing all these years by being a destroyer. Kenshin and Saito continue on ahead to fight Usui Uonuma, the second challenger of the Jupongottana.
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- How many episodes does Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan have?
- Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan has 94 episodes.
- When did Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan come out?
- Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan came out in 1996.
- Which studio made Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan?
- Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan was produced by Studio Gallop.
- Who directed Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan?
- Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan was directed by Kazuhiro Furuhashi.
- Is Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan finished?
- Current status of Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan: Finished.