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Intrigue in the Bakumatsu: Irohanihoheto

26 Episodes
24 min each
FALL 2006

Synopsis

In the final years of the Bakumatsu, wandering mercenary Yojiro Akizuki travels the length and breadth of Japan. And while he employs his sword in the usual fashion, he also uses it to help him locate supernatural items which he pursues with single-minded determination, often with bloody results. In the course of his quest, he crosses paths with a traveling theater group whose members have their own dark agenda. Is it a chance meeting or the result of some, as yet, undiscovered conspiracy?

Action Drama
Format
Unknown
Episodes
26
Per Episode
24 min
Source
Unknown

Episodes

26 / 26 Episodes
1
Episode 1

A Foul Star in the Sky

An ominous star lurking in the sky while two horsemen deliver an urgent message to the emperor. Later, Youjiro saves two kabuki students from sudden death.
2
Episode 2

The Earth-Splitting Sword Laughs

The assassin-bodyguard Hario follows Youjiro. Later, Youjiro agrees to travel with the kabuki troupe to offer his protection.
3
Episode 3

Ballad of Stone Crane Mansion

Parkes arranges a bodyguard for Katsu. Meanwhile, Youjiro and the theatre troupe have finally caught up with their target. But even out-numbered and surrounded he puts up a good fight.
4
Episode 4

Anecdote of an Underhanded Scandal

Yuyama becomes an increasing threat to Nakaiya Juubei; Saigo Magozou is sent to assassinate him. Youjiro's history is revealed.
5
Episode 5

Shureiki Unleashed

Nakaiya Juubei recruits three dangerous men who quickly become possessed by demons. This causes them to lose their minds, and Youjiro must save them.
6
Episode 6

The Closing Performance Burns

We learn of the bloody history of Yokohama and of the even bloodier history of Youjiro's sword. Meanwhile, the troupe is creating a clever plan.
7
Episode 7

Soutetsu Moves

Soutetsu leaves the troupe and seeks out a strange object capable of summoning a demon before he meets with Nakaiya Juubei. Meanwhile, the rest of the Troupe think back to when they first met.
8
Episode 8

Satisfactions for Revenge Achieved

Nakaiya Juubei finally shows himself and tries to manipulate Katsu with the Conqueror's Head. Meanwhile, Youjiro must fight Kanna to try and reach the Head before it is too late.
9
Episode 9

The Black Cat Cries

Youjiro meets an old friend from his childhood, and he thinks back on his life--in particular the time he spent with Sakamoto. Meanwhile, a huge army is headed towards Yokohama.
10
Episode 10

Ueno Falls

Juubei's death threatens to split the troupe apart.
11
Episode 11

The Troupe at a Provisional Stage Again

The troupe travels to Edo based on the information in Soutetsu's script.
12
Episode 12

Ryoma's Message

The troupe is attacked by a group of strange ghosts, and it is up to Youjiro to save them.
13
Episode 13

The Head of the Conqueror with a Soul

Soutetsu lets Juubei escape with the Conqueror's Head. Youjiro and Kakunojou chase after him, but their attempt is thwarted by the English forces. Later, a very dark and dangerous enemy is born.
14
Episode 14

To the North

Kanna has been promoted to the head of the elite English forces, and is planning an assault on Enomoto.
15
Episode 15

The Secret Sword Resonates

Akizuki and Kakunojou are traveling together across Japan to find Kakunojou's new sword when they receive an interesting message.
16
Episode 16

Accompaniment of the Four

Now that Kakunojou has foun dher sword, she travels north with Akizuki to reach Enomoto and the Head of the Conqueror.
17
Episode 17

Unnecessary Deliberation

Kakunojou and Akizuki have a difference of opinion on how to proceed against Enomoto.
18
Episode 18

Pathetic Destiny

The English knights launch a second attack, but it ends in disaster.
19
Episode 19

Bright Inverted Pentagram

Kakunojou is in a state of shock regarding her actions on board the ship, but her spirits are lifted when she is reunited with the troupe.
20
Episode 20

There Were Waves

Akizuki is nursed back to health by a young woman and her son.
21
Episode 21

Crossing over the Strait

Akizuki sets off for Ezo where Kakunojou is still waiting at the hospital.
22
Episode 22

An Encounter in the North

Akizuki finally manages to catch up with Enomoto but, once again, Kakunojou gets in the way.
23
Episode 23

Hakodate Is Red

Under the command of Kanna, the English knights launch a daring raid against Enomoto.
24
Episode 24

Irohanihoheto

Hijikata finally starts to realize that Soutetsu is up to something.
25
Episode 25

Goryokaku Emerges

With Akizuki closing in on Enomoto, he uses the fearsome power of the Head of the Conqueror to defend his castle.
26
Episode 26

To Go Towards the Sea

Akizuki strives to defeat Enomoto but he must first take on both Kakunojou and Soutetsu to do it.

Characters

Yojiro Akizuki
Voice Actors
Daisuke Namikawa (japanese)

Yojiro Akizuki

Main

Kakunojou Yuyama
Voice Actors
Rina Satou (japanese)

Kakunojou Yuyama

Main

Soutetsu Ibaragi
Voice Actors
Kazuhiko Inoue (japanese)

Soutetsu Ibaragi

Main

Sakyounosuke Kanna
Voice Actors
Kousuke Toriumi (japanese)

Sakyounosuke Kanna

Supporting

Kozo Shiranui
Voice Actors
Junichi Suwabe (japanese)

Kozo Shiranui

Supporting

Kotoha
Voice Actors
Mie Sonozaki (japanese)

Kotoha

Supporting

Staff

Hajime Yatate
Hajime Yatate
Original Creator
Ryousuke Takahashi
Ryousuke Takahashi
Original Creator
Yoshimitsu Oohashi
Yoshimitsu Oohashi
Chief Director
Ryousuke Takahashi
Ryousuke Takahashi
Director
Yuusuke Kozaki
Yuusuke Kozaki
Character Design
Takayuki Yanase
Takayuki Yanase
Design Works

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Aired Oct 05, 2006 to Apr 05, 2007
Season FALL 2006
Source Unknown
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Studios

Sunrise