Name: Rurouni Kenshin
Genre: Action & Adventure, Animation, Comedy
Released: 1996-01-10
Duration: 25 min
Rating: 9
Cast: Mayo Suzukaze, Miki Fujitani

Overview

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.

Rurouni Kenshin Collection

Tokyo Arc (27 Episodes)
The season establishes the Meiji-era setting, Kenshin's vow of non-killing, and his new life in Tokyo where he becomes involved with Kaoru Kamiya, her dojo, and other allies like Sanosuke and Yahiko. The season blends action, character development, and some filler episodes as it builds the world and introduces both episodic and lasting antagonists, such as the Oniwabanshū leader, Shinomori Aoshi.
Kyoto Arc (35 Episodes)
Kenshin's journey to stop the villainous Makoto Shishio and his group, the Ten Swords, from overthrowing the Meiji government. The season involves Kenshin traveling to Kyoto, training with his master Hiko Seijuro, and his friends like Sanosuke mastering new skills. The story culminates in a final, climactic battle between Kenshin and Shishio.
Tales of the Meiji (32 Episodes)
The season includes a mix of comedic filler episodes and several major plot arcs, focusing on a political murder in Kyoto, a secret European knights' society seeking a mythical medicine, and a ninja clan using a style of feng shui. It is noted for having a different feel and pace from the first two seasons, with some reviewers finding it less well-organized despite the high-stakes plots and action.