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Nakamura Mondo was relegated to a post in Hachioji from the Minamimachi Bugyōsho and he has retired from professional assassin. But one day he was ordered to return to the Minamimachi Bugyōsho. Shikazō worked behind the scenes to get Mondo back to the Minamimachi Bugyōsho. Shikazō asks Nakamura Mondo to kill a man, once Mondo refuses but he is blinded by big money and eventually take the offer. Mondo restarts killing villains again with Kazarishokunin no Hide and Nawate Samon.

In feudal Japan, a samurai named Hyakkimaru battles demons to regain his body parts which were taken by demons at birth. With the help of a young orphan named Dororo, they embark on a journey filled with violence and supernatural powers.

In Rurouni Kenshin Part II: Kyoto Inferno, a former assassin turned wanderer, Kenshin Himura, is forced to confront his past when a political conspiracy threatens to destroy Kyoto. With the help of his friends, Kenshin must navigate through the dangerous world of samurais and swordplay to protect the city he loves.

In the final installment of the Rurouni Kenshin trilogy, Kenshin Himura must confront his past while a new enemy threatens the peace. Set in Meiji-era Japan, Kenshin must face political conspiracies, martial arts battles, and his own inner demons.

The series follows the adventures of Sabu, a young Edo bakufu investigator traveling with the blind master swordsman Ichi. In their travels, they assist the common people in solving mysteries and righting wrongs (usually committed by bandits or corrupt officials). Sabu is engaged to Midori, the daughter of his boss, who works as a police officer for the Tokugawa shogunate.

A shikakenin was an under-the-cover trade that undertook killing in Edo. Hanemon of Otowa, an agency that introduced laborers and maids, was also one of these. Katsugoro Iseya was a timber dealer who had come in as a client. His target was the constructions magistrate Hanno, and the Tatsumiya who sipped on the benefits. Hanemon who had a stong code towards killing, where he would only kill those who do no good to be in the world, accepts this request. Baian Fujieda, a needle doctor would carry out the killing. However, the professional killer Baian fails to bring down Tatsumiya. Hanemon then looks to another shikakenin, the ronin Sanai Nishimura for the role. Although Sanai's ability with the sword is good, he lives poorly in a tenement, and accepts this commission on the condition that it is kept a secret from his wife and child. Here, they close in on Hanno and Tatsumiya again...

Orgies of Edo is a disturbing and explicit anthology film consisting of three stories set in the Edo period of Japan. Each story explores various aspects of sexual torture, sadism, and perverse desires, depicting scenes of sadomasochism, bondage, whipping, and sexual assault. The film delves into the dark and twisted depths of human desires and the extremes people are willing to go for sexual pleasure.

Blade of the Immortal (2017) tells the story of Manji, an immortal samurai seeking revenge on those who killed his sister. He teams up with a young girl, Rin, to take down a ruthless gang of powerful warriors.

Kagemusha is a historical drama set in 16th-century Japan. The film revolves around a doppelganger who is chosen to impersonate a samurai warlord in order to deceive his enemies. As the warlord's secret body-double, the doppelganger experiences the challenges of ruling and leading an army. The story explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the consequences of deception in a feudal Japan torn by war.

Kwaidan is an anthology of four supernatural horror stories set in feudal Japan. The stories explore themes of love, revenge, and the supernatural. Each story brings a unique perspective on the human condition and the consequences of one's actions. From vengeful ghosts to supernatural encounters, Kwaidan takes viewers on a haunting journey through Japanese folklore.

In the backdrop of 19th-century Japan, a forbidden love story unfolds between two men amidst the samurai rivalry and political turmoil. Taboo explores themes of honor, homosexuality, and the consequences of societal expectations.

During the Sengoku period in Japan, a group of peasants are tasked with protecting a princess and a hidden treasure from enemy samurais. They must navigate through treacherous forests, rivers, and mountains, facing betrayal and mistaken identities along the way.

ICHI tells the story of a blind swordswoman who seeks revenge for the loss of her family in feudal Japan. As she navigates a town plagued by crime and violence, Ichi uses her exceptional sword skills to bring justice to those who have wronged her. With her heightened senses and unmatched bravery, she becomes a symbol of hope for the oppressed and a force to be reckoned with in a world filled with darkness.

In feudal Japan, a samurai named Hanshiro arrives at the House of Ii and requests to perform hara-kiri, an act of ritual suicide, to restore his family's honor. As he tells his story, it becomes clear that there is more to his request than meets the eye.

In feudal Japan, a samurai, Isaburo, rebels against his feudal lord when forced to marry his son's widow, resulting in tragic consequences.

Set in 19th-century Japan, The Twilight Samurai tells the story of a samurai named Seibei who is struggling to make ends meet as a single father and widower. When he is drawn into a conflict between his duty as a samurai and his love for a childhood sweetheart, he must navigate the complexities of feudal Japan's rigid social structure.

In 12th-century Japan, a samurai becomes obsessed with a lady-in-waiting and murders her husband, leading to tragic consequences.

The Sword of Doom follows the story of Ryunosuke Tsukue, a samurai with no morals or sense of honor. As he travels through feudal Japan, he leaves a trail of violence and destruction in his wake. With a ruthless disregard for life, Ryunosuke's path is one of nihilism and chaos.

Sekigahara is a movie set in 17th-century Japan during the Battle of Sekigahara. It follows the story of a samurai who becomes a spy in order to help his master succeed in the battle. Along the way, he encounters ninjas, a Japanese girl, and experiences betrayal and alliances.

When the Last Sword Is Drawn is a gripping samurai drama set in 19th century Japan. It follows the story of Kanichiro Yoshimura, a skilled swordsman who finds himself torn between his loyalty to the Shinsengumi and his desire to protect his family. As the times are changing and the Shinsengumi face increasing pressure, Kanichiro must make difficult choices that will ultimately test the limits of his honor and loyalty. Along the way, he is faced with rivalry, loss, self-sacrifice, and the harsh realities of a changing Japan.