Intrigue in the Bakumatsu: Irohanihoheto

Intrigue in the Bakumatsu: Irohanihoheto

Intrigue in the Bakumatsu: Irohanihoheto

6.5

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Details

26
ONA
65
5665
FINISHED
FALL 2006
24m
JP
Action, Drama

Description

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? <br><br> (Source: Sentai Filmworks)

Episodes

Episode 1

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.

Air Date: 10/6/2006Rating: 6.69

Episode 2

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.

Air Date: 10/13/2006Rating: 7.90

Episode 3

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.

Air Date: 10/20/2006Rating: 6.11

Episode 4

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.

Air Date: 10/27/2006Rating: 6.74

Episode 5

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.

Air Date: 11/3/2006Rating: 4.11

Episode 6

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.

Air Date: 11/10/2006Rating: 6.73

Episode 7

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.

Air Date: 11/17/2006Rating: 7.15

Episode 8

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.

Air Date: 11/24/2006Rating: 8.01

Episode 9

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.

Air Date: 12/1/2006Rating: 5.26

Episode 10

10. Ueno Falls

Juubei's death threatens to split the troupe apart.

Air Date: 12/8/2006Rating: 6.64

Episode 11

11. The Troupe at a Provisional Stage Again

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

Air Date: 12/15/2006Rating: 3.86

Episode 12

12. Ryoma`s Message

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

Air Date: 12/22/2006Rating: 6.07

Episode 13

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.

Air Date: 12/29/2006Rating: 8.45

Episode 14

14. To the North

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

Air Date: 1/12/2007Rating: 6.64

Episode 15

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.

Air Date: 1/19/2007Rating: 5.64

Episode 16

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.

Air Date: 1/26/2007Rating: 1.70

Episode 17

17. Unnecessary Deliberation

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

Air Date: 2/2/2007Rating: 6.01

Episode 18

18. Pathetic Destiny

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

Air Date: 2/9/2007Rating: 8.97

Episode 19

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.

Air Date: 2/16/2007Rating: 5.45

Episode 20

20. There Were Waves

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

Air Date: 2/23/2007Rating: 7.49

Episode 21

21. Crossing over the Strait

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

Air Date: 3/2/2007Rating: 6.64

Episode 22

22. An Encounter in the North

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

Air Date: 3/9/2007Rating: 7.19

Episode 23

23. Hakodate Is Red

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

Air Date: 3/16/2007Rating: 5.76

Episode 24

24. Irohanihoheto

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

Air Date: 3/23/2007Rating: 7.49

Episode 25

25. Goryokaku Emerges

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

Air Date: 3/30/2007Rating: 6.07

Episode 26

26. To Go Towards the Sea

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

Air Date: 4/6/2007Rating: 2.84

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