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Rurouni Kenshin: Tales of the Meiji

  • 1997
  • 32 episodes
  • 25m

Tales of the Meiji of Rurouni Kenshin premiered on October 14, 1997 and has 32 episodes, from "The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love" to "The Elegy of Wind and Water: A Last Desperate Effort!". The last episode aired on September 8, 1998.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 1The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her LoveAired October 14, 1997

    Back at home, Kaoru works to restore the dilapidated dojo, while Kenshin encounters a wise old fisherman who teaches him an important lesson about love.

    • 25m
  2. Episode 2The Birth of Prince Yahiko? An Elegant Debut into SocietyAired October 28, 1997

    After stepping in to stop what appears to be a robbery, Kenshin and Kaoru meet a young prince who looks exactly like Yahiko.

    • 25m
  3. Episode 3Find the Lost Treasure! The Great Detective Dog NotaroAired November 4, 1997

    Sanosuke adopts a stray dog, unaware that it holds the key to a criminal gang's plot to blackmail some local officials and gain political control. And when the gang finally tracks him down, Kenshin and Yahiko join Sanosuke to foil their plan.

    • 25m
  4. Episode 4Kaoru Ecstatic! Kenshin's Proposal?Aired November 11, 1997

    After Kenshin finds a ring inside a catfish, he's persuaded to give it to Kaoru. Thinking it's an engagement ring, Kaoru is sure that he's asking her to get married.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Kazuhiro Furuhashi
    • Written by Yoshiyuki Suga
  5. Episode 5Gleaming Blade of Legends! The Mystic Swordsman Shougo AmakusaAired November 18, 1997

    Alerted by Misao, Kenshin and the rest of the Peace Force arrive to help Aoshi find a mysterious killer. Kenshin's investigation uncovers evidence linking the killing to a Christian Samurai and of vengeance that's been foretold.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Makoto Sokuza
    • Written by Michiru Shimada
  6. Episode 6The Medallion of Destiny: The First Meeting of Sanosuke and SayoAired November 25, 1997

    In an effort to prevent more revenge killings, Kenshin must take on Shogo Amakusa, the Christian warrior known as God's Child.

    • 25m
  7. Episode 7To the Battlefield of Shimabara: The Moment of Decisive BattleAired December 2, 1997

    As Kenshin prepares to honor his promise to stop Shogo Amakusa, he and Sanosuke uncover a secret church that was built when Christian worshipers were forced underground.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

    • Hiroko Kasahara
  8. Episode 8Shock of the Rai Ryu Sen! Kenshin Sent into DarknessAired December 9, 1997

    When neither Kaoru nor Kenshin can persuade Shogo Amakusa to abandon his plan to advance the Christian cause through violence, the stage for battle is set.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

    • Hiroko Kasahara
  9. Episode 9The Conspiracy of Kaiou: Shougo Caught in a TrapAired December 16, 1997

    Though blinded by his duel with Shogo Amakusa, Kenshin seeks another battle in hopes it will restore his sight.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

    • Hiroko Kasahara
  10. Episode 10Days of Remorse: The Sad Past of Shougo and SayoAired January 6, 1998

    Along with the story of his parent's martyrdom, Misao uncovers the truth behind the alleged miracles that deified Shogo Amarusa.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

  11. Episode 11The Sneering Demon: Shouzo and Karyu Scattered in the Explosive FlamesAired January 13, 1998

    Sir Kaioh unveils his plan to use Shogo Amarusa's loyal followers to overthrow the government and control Japan himself.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

    • Hiroko Kasahara
  12. Episode 12Sanosuke's Tears: An Eternal Farewell Befalls the TwoAired January 20, 1998

    As Kenshin tries to stop the slaughter of the Christians as they march towards martyrdom, Sanosuke is unable to avert the death of Shogo's terminally ill sister.

    • 25m
  13. Episode 13The Last Crusade: Two Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki Crash!Aired January 27, 1998

    As Misao and the Dutch consul ask the Army delay to their attack, the sightless Kenshin pressures Shogo to prevent the martyrdom of his followers.

    • 25m
  14. Episode 14Bon VoyageAired February 3, 1998

    Following Shogo's surrender, Kenshin asks the government not to execute him. As a result, he and his followers are sent into exile in Holland.

    • 25m
  15. Episode 15Himura Dojo in Shimonoseki?Aired February 10, 1998

    When the Peace Force comes across a man posing as Kenshin, everyone else wants the impostor exposed. But Kenshin notes that he's been using his profits to care for a group of orphans.

    • 25m
  16. Episode 16Crush!Aired February 17, 1998

    When Kenshin accidentally loses all their money, the Peace Force must go to work at an inn in order to pay their bill.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Makoto Sokuza
    • Written by Yoshiyuki Suga
  17. Episode 17Kaishu Katsu and Kenshin: The Destiny of Two Men Who Survived the RevolutionAired February 24, 1998

    Kaoru offers to take on a scholarly young student who's been expelled by his teacher until he learns how to fight.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

  18. Episode 18The Unending Revolution: A Destiny Forced Upon KaishuAired March 3, 1998

    As Kaoru continues her training of Daigoro, Kenshin is warned to steer clear of the young man's teacher, Kaishu Katsu.

    • 25m
    • Written by Akemi Omode

    Guest stars

  19. Episode 19Conspiracy of the Beni-aoi: The Living Ghost of the Revolution Targets Kaishu!Aired March 10, 1998

    Despite Kaishu's determination to free his daughter on his own, Kenshin joins the Peace Force and Daigoro for a rescue.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

  20. Episode 20Kaishu Katsu's Determination: The Truth that Lived Through the TimesAired April 14, 1998

    Though Daigoro is wounded in the battle, Kenshin and company free Itsuko.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

  21. Episode 21Yutaro Returns: The Conspiracy of the Shadow SwordsmenAired April 21, 1998

    With his arm nearly healed, Yutaro and his doctor arrive for a visit at the dojo.

    • 25m

    Guest stars

  22. Episode 22The Sanada Ninja Squad and the Elixir: Misanagi's Driving QuestAired May 5, 1998

    When a letter from Dr. Hans reveals the story of the miraculous medicine, Yutaro joins the Peace Force in an effort to find it.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Naoki Hishikawa
    • Written by Yoshiyuki Suga

    Guest stars

  23. Episode 23A Straying Journey: The Trap of the Divine Crossing!Aired May 19, 1998

    Using the clues left behind by Dr. Hans, Kenshin and company are led to the hidden shrine that holds the key to the miracle cure.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Hiroyuki Yokoyama
    • Written by Yoshiyuki Suga

    Guest stars

  24. Episode 24A Heat Wave from Beneath the Earth: The Three Sanada Demons!Aired May 26, 1998

    After surviving a fall into a volcano, the Peace Force comes across an injured Sanada Ninja who offers to help battle his former allies.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Akira Shimizu
    • Written by Yoshiyuki Suga

    Guest stars

  25. Episode 25Schneider's Bet: The Collapse of the Black Knights!Aired June 2, 1998

    After their search leads them to the hidden cure, the leader of the Black Knights makes it clear that he has no intention of honoring his promise to cede control of Japan to the Sanada Ninjas.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Makoto Sokuza
    • Written by Yoshiyuki Suga

    Guest stars

  26. Episode 26The Two Guides: Yahiko and Yutaro's Eternal VowAired June 9, 1998

    As he faces off against the Black Knight's leader, Kenshin must rely on his brains and not his sword to win the battle.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Shunji Yoshida
    • Written by Yoshiyuki Suga

    Guest stars

  27. Episode 27To My Angel Misao: A Fetching from KyotoAired June 16, 1998

    As Aoshi arrives to bring her home, Misao joins Kaoru and some friends for a final shopping spree. However, Sanosuke and Yahiko's efforts to keep an eye on the women lead to them to be mistaken for a pair of thieves.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Hiroyuki Yokoyama
    • Written by Akemi Omode
  28. Episode 28Feng Shui, Surprise Attack! The Mystery of the Pentagram Spread!Aired June 23, 1998

    Following a series of accidents in town, a master of feng shui blames an imbalance in the Ki, a force which keeps all of nature's other forces in balance.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Naoki Hishikawa
    • Written by Masashi Sogo

    Guest stars

  29. Episode 29The Magic of Feng Shui: Kamiya Dojo is Targeted!Aired July 21, 1998

    As Kenshin learns of a battle between the Wind and Water families for control of the Ki, efforts to build a railroad are exposed as a Water clan plot to control Japan.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Akira Shimizu
    • Written by Masashi Sogo

    Guest stars

  30. Episode 30Tokyo Under Martial Law! The Deadly Ryu MyakuAired August 4, 1998

    The Water family's efforts to gain control of the Ki have left Kaoru seriously wounded.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Shunji Yoshida
    • Written by Masashi Sogo

    Guest stars

  31. Episode 31The Enemy Awaits in Senjo Gahara: In Search of the Jade CrestAired August 18, 1998

    With help from the Wind family's leader, Kenshin saves Kaoru's life. But the Water family's quest to redirect the Ki and gain control of Japan moves ahead as planned.

    • 25m
    • Directed by Makoto Sokuza
    • Written by Masashi Sogo

    Guest stars

  32. Episode 32The Elegy of Wind and Water: A Last Desperate Effort!Aired September 8, 1998

    With Kenshin's help, the Wind family derails their rival's plan to redirect the flow of the Ki and ends their effort to dominate Japan.

    • 25m
    • Written by Masashi Sogo

    Guest stars

Season cast