Synopses & Reviews
The Shinsengumi - fearsome and formidable protectors of the Shogunate, with whom Kenshin did battle during the final days of the Meiji Restoration. One man in particular-Saito Hajime, captain of the third unit-lingers in Kenshin's mind. Now an officer of the law and known as "Fujita Goro", Saito arrives on the steps of the Kamiya Dojo, challenging Kenshin to a duel that will force a reawakening of Kenshin's own past. But the confrontation with Saito is just the beginning of something much larger, something that will involve the future of the new Japan.... Also a hit anime series, Rurouni Kenshin is beloved by fans around the world for its mix of historical detail, spectacular battles and, of course, romantic comedy. The "Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story" continues in this new edition from VIZ.
Synopsis
The battle to decide the fate of Meiji-era swordsmanship has begun
Action, romance, and historical intrigue help make Nobuhiro Watsuki's Rurouni Kenshin, the tale of a wandering swordsman set against the backdrop of the Meiji Restoration, one of the most popular Shonen Jump titles among fans to date. Himura Kenshin, once an assassin (or hitokiri ) of ferocious power, now fights to protect the honor of those in need.
The Shinsengumi--fearsome and formidable protectors of the Sh gunate. Kenshin knows them well, having done battle with them during the final days of the Meiji Restoration. One man in particular--Sait Hajime, captain of the third unit--lingers in Kenshin's mind. Now an officer of the law and known as Fujita Gor , Sait arrives on the steps of the Kamiya Dojo, challenging Kenshin to a duel that will force a reawakening of Kenshin's own past. But the confrontation with Sait is just the beginning of something much larger, something that will involve the future of the new Japan...
Description
- A 28-volume manga series--over 4.5 million copies in accumulated sales in Japan!
- Translated in 14 countries worldwide -- manga available for the first time in English and the most requested title by readers in recent VIZ history.
- Volumes 1-4 debuted as the best-selling manga in the U.S. (Bookscan).
- Anime series currently airing on Cartoon Network -- also inspired a movie and OAV series, currently available in English, sometimes under the title Samurai X.
- Line of Kenshin figures available, as well as import figures.