In Meiji-era Japan, a former government assassin known as Rurouni Kenshin wanders the country with a vow to never kill again. However, his violent past catches up with him as he becomes entangled in a battle with a ruthless villain who threatens the peace. With the help of his friends, Kenshin must confront his own demons and use his skills as a swordsman to protect the innocent and uphold justice.
In the Edo period of Japan, a select group of convicts and guards are sent to investigate a recently discovered island. Stranded and faced with the island's monstrous inhabitants, they must rely on each other to survive and find a way off the island.
Yoshitsune is a Japanese television drama series originally broadcast between 9 January and 11 December 2005, with a three-part special compilation being aired from 24 December to 25 December 2005. The 44th Taiga Drama, the original work is by Miyao Tomiko, screenplay by Kaneko Narito and starring Hideaki Takizawa.
Katanagatari is set in an alternative version of Japan during the Edo period. The story follows Yasuri Shichika, a swordsman who lives on an isolated island with his sister and Master Togame, a strategist from the shogunate. Master Togame hires Shichika to help her collect twelve unique swords, each with incredible powers. As they travel across Japan, they encounter various enemies and allies, uncovering the truth about the swords and their own past.
The year is 1931. Prince Tokugawa Yoshinobu holds absolute control over Japan. Remnants of the Meiji era’s culture can be seen around the city, but scientific technology and Japanese esoteric cosmology Onmyodo are also developing. Yet lurking behind the glitz is Kuchinawa, a dissident group planning the assassination of the prince. Tasked to extinguish these dissidents is Nue, the government’s secret executioner group. Sawa Yukimura, who works for this organization, suffered at the hands of the Kuchinawa boss. Her entire family was murdered and she dedicated her life to avenging their death.
In Meiji-era Japan, a former assassin becomes a wanderer and finds himself caught up in a battle against corrupt officials. With his sword skills, he fights for justice and embarks on a journey of redemption.
In the 17th century, two Portuguese Jesuit priests travel to Japan in an attempt to locate their mentor, who is rumored to have committed apostasy, and to propagate Catholicism. They are shocked by the persecution of Christians and struggle with their own faith as they witness the torture and martyrdom of believers. Through betrayal and imprisonment, they are tested in their resolve to remain steadfast in their beliefs. Ultimately, they must confront their own crisis of faith while facing the oppressive forces of the shogunate.
Fuyu no Semi is a Japanese anime OVA loosely based on the manga series, Embracing Love, which also aired on the Logo cable channel in the US. The story, set in historical Japan, follows two samurai from opposing political groups, one protectionist and the other globalist, who fall in love with each other.
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.
In 17th-century Japan, a poverty-stricken ronin seeks revenge against a corrupt shogunate by requesting an honorable death through seppuku (harakiri) in front of a feudal lord. As he narrates the tragic events leading up to his request, the true motivations and injustices of the shogunate are revealed.
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.
An actor in 1830s Japan seeks revenge on the thieves who killed his family. He disguises himself as a woman and joins a theater troupe, using his acting skills to get close to the criminals. Along the way, he falls in love with the daughter of one of the thieves, complicating his mission.
The 47 Ronin is a historical drama based on the true story of a group of samurais who seek to avenge their master's death and restore honor to their clan. After their lord is forced to commit seppuku, the ronin embark on a mission to avenge his death and take down the corrupt officials responsible. Faced with numerous challenges and betrayals, they demonstrate their unwavering loyalty and determination to uphold the code of honor, even if it means sacrificing their own lives.
In the year 1637 in Shimabara of Tokugawa-era Japan, oppressed peasant Christians revolt against the shogunate with the aid of a charismatic Christian rebel leader Shiro Amakusa.
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.
The Dagger of Kamui is set in the wild west of the United States. It follows Jiro, a young ninja, as he seeks revenge for the murder of his parents and uncovers a hidden treasure. Jiro's journey takes him from the mountains of Hokkaido to the plains of the Wild West, where he encounters assassins, Native Americans, and a conspiracy that threatens to change the course of history.
Set in the 19th century Japan, the samurai from a remote village participate in a marathon as a test of their skills and loyalty to their leader. The race becomes a battleground as rivalries and old secrets threaten to unravel everything. It's a story of honor, courage, and sacrifice.
Set in the 1850s during the Shogunate era, Assassination follows a group of rebel samurai who plan to assassinate a high-ranking government official. Their actions are driven by a sense of honor and a desire to overthrow the current regime. The movie explores themes of power, selfishness, isolation, and the consequences of rebellion. As the plot unfolds, the characters face torture, engage in samurai sword fights, and make sacrifices for their cause.
In the poverty-stricken village, a samurai with a tragicomedy past takes it upon himself to expose the government corruption and restore justice during the Meiji period.
Shunnosuke Katagiri is a samurai and a bookworm. He receives a mission to help a daimyo move. With the assistance of Genemon Takamura and Oran, Shunnosuke Katagiri carries out his mission.