

The Meiji Era was one of great renewal for Japan, where swords and killing were outlawed. However, many survivors from the time of Revolution still live, lurking in the shadows and waiting for a chance to use their killing blades again. Only Kenshin Himura, formerly one of the most brutal of killers, hopes to keep his swordsman's honor and still live in the new era.



Dec 2, 1998 - 25m
Kenshin and Kaoru leave on a boat to visit a graveyard. In exchange for dinner, Sanosuke assists Megumi with the chopping of firewood. Yahiko is currently working at the Akabeko under Tae with Tsubame. Meanwhile, Kenshin and Kaoru spend the night at a local couple's house because of the rain.

Feb 20, 1999 - 29m
This is the story of how Kenshin came under the wing of Soujiro Hiko the 13th, and how Kenshin became a manslayer.

Apr 21, 1999 - 30m
Act two details Kenshin's role in the revolution, how he met Tomo, and how the rebellion was almost quelled.

Jun 19, 1999 - 30m
Act 3 details how Kenshin lived with Tomoe and married her as a cover until his side replenished its forces to continue the rebellion.

Sep 22, 1999 - 30m
Act 4 is about the betrayal against Kenshin, how he lived for the next few years as a manslayer, and the origin of his cross-shaped scar.

Dec 3, 2001 - 38m
Kaoru goes to the harbor every day to see if Kenshin has returned. After a while, she starts looking back at her life with Kenshin and all the things that have happened.

Dec 3, 2001 - 46m
Sano finds Kenshin and nurses him back to health just enough for him to get back home into Karou's arms. Meanwhile Yahiko teaches, Kenji, Kenshin's son, the value of being the son of a legendary samurai.

Dec 17, 2011 - 46m
The first of 2 OAVs. A remake of the Kyoto story arc from the original manga and the previous anime adaptation.

Jun 23, 2012 - 45m
Shishio's plan is enacted while Kenshin and Misao help defend the city.