Set in the tumultuous era of feudal Japan, The Elusive Samurai follows the enigmatic warrior whose skills and strategy enable him to navigate a dangerous political landscape while evading capture. Melding historical drama with high-octane action, the series explores themes of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice as its characters face battles both on the field and within their hearts.
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- Japanese Title
- かくれんぼの侍
- English Title
- The Elusive Samurai
- Medium
- TV
- Producers
- Aniplex
- Source Material
- Original
- Date Aired (Start)
- October 7, 2023
- Date Aired (End)
- December 23, 2023
- Broadcast
- Tokyo MX, BS11
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 12
- Duration
- 24 minutes
- Themes
- Adventure
- Drama
- Language
- Japanese
- Country
- Japan
- Series Composition
- Gen Urobuchi
- Music By
- Yoko Kanno
- Licensor
- Crunchyroll
- IMDb Score
- 7.5
- Rotten Tomatoes Score
- 85%
- Metacritic Score
- 75
Alternative Titles
Kakurenbo no Samurai
Where to Watch
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