10 Best Samurai Anime of All Time

10 Best Samurai Anime of All Time

Anime with a samurai theme is an interesting show, especially for men.

Because samurai anime usually presents many badass battle scenes and amazing choreography.

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If you're looking for a samurai-themed anime to watch, here are some recommendations, ranging from classics to more modern offerings. Let's take a look!

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Rurouni Kenshin (Samurai X)

Rurouni Kenshin or in Indonesia better known as Samurai is a classic anime that has been around for a long time and was broadcast on TV in the past.

This anime tells the story of Kenshin Himura, a legendary samurai during the Meiji Restoration era who was once known as the deadliest assassin. 

After the war era ended, he vowed not to kill again and traveled as a rurouni (masterless samurai) carrying a sword with a reversed blade.

Samurai Champloo

Samurai Champloo is an anime that combines the theme of samurai in the Edo era with modern elements, such as hip-hop music. 

The story is about three people who accidentally meet, namely an agile samurai named Mugen, a ronin named Jin, and a servant named Fuu. 

Then they travel together to find the “sunflower-scented samurai”.

Afro Samurai

This anime is suitable for those of you who like anime with brutal action, a very cool visual style, and a duration that is not too long.

Afro Samurai tells the story of a black man named Afro who travels to avenge his father's death. 

Here he has to collect the number one bandana by defeating the holder of the number two bandana.

Gintama

Although often known as comedy animeGintama can also be said to be an anime that has a samurai theme. 

The story is set in an alternate Edo era where Japan was conquered by aliens called “Amanto”.

The main character is Gintoki Sakata, a former samurai who now only accepts odd jobs to make ends meet.

Dororo

Dororo is set in the Sengoku era, with a dark and emotional story. Hyakkimaru, a young samurai, was born without 48 body parts because his father had made a pact with a demon for power.

He then began a journey to hunt demons in order to get his body parts back.

Samurai 7

This anime is a futuristic adaptation of Akira Kurosawa's classic film, Seven Samurai. 

The story is set in a post-war future, where poor farmers are attacked by mechanical bandits. To protect the village, they hire seven samurai to fight the bandits.

Blade of the Immortal

This anime focuses on Manji, a samurai cursed with immortality after killing 100 people. To undo the curse, he must kill 1,000 evil people.

He then becomes the bodyguard of a young girl named Rin who wants revenge for the death of her parents.

Yasuke

Original anime Netflix This tells the true story of an African samurai named Yasuke in feudal Japan. 

After retiring, he is forced to take up the sword again to protect a mysterious girl who possesses magical powers.

Onimusha

Adapted from the series video games This popular anime tells the story of the legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. He is given a mission to stop the demon army threatening Japan. He is armed with the Oni Gauntlet, which can absorb demon souls.

The Elusive Samurai

The Elusive Samurai is a fairly new anime and is worth considering. 

This anime is set in the late Kamakura period, telling the story of Hojo Tokiyuki, an heir who had to flee after his shogunate was overthrown. 

Then he goes into hiding and plans to take revenge with the help of a Shinto priest who has the ability to predict the future.

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So, those are some recommendations we can offer. Which anime will you be watching?