I can't but think of Dylan Thomas as I watch these two rage against the dying of the light. Read more
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Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan
Oro, oro? Oh my. Yet another classic anime series has been given a makeover. After Fruits Basket and Shaman King had their successful remake, it is the turn…
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 08
「逃走麗女」 (Tōsou Reijo) "Beauty on the Run" Ah, yes - now we're into the meat of the story.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 15
While there are differences, before this episode I think the two adaptations of Rurouni Kenshin were of comparable quality.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 03
Kenshin's arc is often driven by the disillusionment theme, but Yahiko is the poster boy for pride. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 18
The tone of this version of events is somewhat different than in the 1996 version, but I interpreted them more or less the same way.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 22
It might be argued that the rest of the series is one extended chain of events with its origins in this episode.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 01
I’ve been waiting for this for a long time so good luck trying to shut me up about it.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 13
A look at Episode 13 of Rurouni Kenshin 2023, as the new anime wraps up its first cour with a retelling of one of RK's signature stories.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 17
There are many things that make Kenshin exceptional, but the truth is that the most exceptional thing is the number of people he's killed
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 05
"The revolution is still ongoing" indeed. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 19
There are many different paths Kenshin could have chosen to express his dismay over the state of the world and his role in it.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 23
Ultimately, the real battle here is not between the Battousai and the Shinsengumi captain, but between the Battousai and the Rurouni.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 14
Rurouni Kenshin's second cour kicks off with a new OP and ED, and one of the most important and memorable episodes from the Tokyo Arc.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 06
Kenshin has chosen to make things very difficult for himself. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 03
"Kasshin-Ryu - Reborn"" Kenshin’s arc is often driven by the disillusionment theme, but Yahiko is the poster boy for pride.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 08
Ah, yes - now we're into the meat of the story. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 11
One thing that can be said about Rurouni Kenshin is that it gets increasingly unconventional as it progresses. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 10
Structurally speaking, it's with the Oniwabanshuu that the series starts to take on its final form. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 04
We've now checked off the casting for main quartet without, in my view, any misfires. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 21
Nothing essential for either plot or character happened here, I don't think, but there was no harm done either.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 02
To understand Himura, you have to understand his disillusionment with the revolution in whose name he killed so many. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 07
This was a crucial part of the story to get right, and this adaptation really did. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 20
If the 2023 has to fill time, I'm happier if they do it this way, with Watsuki's own material, even if it's not absolutely essential.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 02
"Tokyo Samurai・Yahiko Myojin" To understand Himura, you have to understand his disillusionment with the revolution in whose name he killed so many.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 09
The Oniwabanshuu arc makes for an interesting acid test. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 16
I knew the Raijuuta arc was better than its reputation but.even I've been a bit surprised by just how good these last two episodes have been.
First Impressions – Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023)
I've been waiting for this for a long time so good luck trying to shut me up about it. Read more
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 02
I'm just going to tell myself it's three cours until I know it isn't.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 03
The true impact of Shishio Makoto on the story begins to be felt.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 06
It's obvious where everyone is going to end up - Kyoto - but their journeys are a major component of the story.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 07
To say Kyoto has a checkered history doesn't begin to do it justice.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 09
To me, only one question really stands out here.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 08
for my money the Juupongatana and the Spiders are probably the two most fascinating criminal organizations in shounen manga.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 05
There are times when the purity of Kenshin's pathos really gets to me, and this is one of them.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – 04
Obviously, this is a watershed episode for Rurouni Kenshin.
First Impressions – Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran
We're revisiting what's probably (along with Evangelion) the single-most formative story in animanga for me as a fan.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023) – 24 (End) and Series Review
As much as I'm naturally inclined to pessimism , even for me it's hard to imagine this adaptation not continuing.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – Episode 03 Review
「⾒捨てられた村」 (Misuterareta Mura) "The Abandoned Village" The true impact of Shishio Makoto on the story begins to be felt.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – Episode 02 Review
「明治東海道中」 (Meiji Tōkaidou-chuu) "On the East Sea Road" I’m just going to tell myself it’s three cours until I know it isn’t.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – Episode 01 Review
「京都へ」 (Kyouto e) "To Kyoto" We’re revisiting what’s probably (along with Evangelion) the single-most formative story in animanga for me as a fan.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – Episode 06 Review
「森の出会い」 (Mori no Deai) "Encounter in the Forest" It’s obvious where everyone is going to end up – Kyoto – but their journeys are a major component of…
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – Episode 08 Review
「⼗本⼑・張」 (Juppongatana: Chou) "Chou of the Ten Swords" Like the Phantom Troupe, this band of villains aren’t all cut from the same cloth.
Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan – Kyoto Douran – Episode 07 Review
「京都到着」 (Kyouto Tōchaku) "Arrival in Kyoto" To say Kyoto has a checkered history doesn't begin to do it justice.
Summer 2023 Impressions: Vending Machine Isekai, Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023), Jujutsu Kaisen S2
Jidou Hanbaiki ni Umarekawatta Ore wa Meikyuu wo Samayou Short Synopsis (Anichart): After dying in a traffic accident, I find myself standing near an unfamiliar lake. My body…
Reborn as a Vending Machine, I Now Wander the Dungeon, JUJUTSU KAISEN, Rurouni Kenshin, Rurouni Kenshin (2023)
Rurouni Kenshin 2023 – 12
「御頭・四之森蒼紫」 (O-kashira・Shinomori Aoshi) "Okashira - Aoshi Shinomori" I can’t but think of Dylan Thomas as I watch these two rage against the dying of the light.
Rurouni Kenshin 2023 – 23
「牙を剥く狼」 (Kiba o Muku Ookami") "The Wolf's Fang" Ultimately, the real battle here is not between the Battousai and the Shinsengumi captain, but between the Battousai and the Rurouni.
Rurouni Kenshin 2023 – 10
「動く理由」 (Ugoku Wake) "A Reason to Act" Structurally speaking, it’s with the Oniwabanshuu that the series starts to take on its final form.
Rurouni Kenshin 2023 – 09
「御庭番強襲」 (Oniwaban Kyōshū) "The Oniwabanshu Strike" The Oniwabanshuu arc makes for an interesting acid test.
Rurouni Kenshin 2023 – 14
「弥彦の戦い」 (Yahiko no Tatakai) "Yahiko's Battle" He may decline to teach Yahiko (or anyone else) Hiten Mitsurugi-ryuu, but Kenshin is quite serious about teaching him how to be an honorable…
Rurouni Kenshin 2023 – 19
「津南と錦絵」 (Tsunan to Nishiki-e) "Tsunan & Nishiki Paintings" There are many different paths Kenshin could have chosen to express his dismay over the state of the world and his role…