24 minSeason 1 • Episode 13
LatestThe memories of the Light Maiden are awakening inside Shigure's head. But her recovery comes too late—Jubei has fallen in battle, and this leaves only Shigure to unlock the powers of the Light Maiden that will decide the fate of them all. She must face a finale without Jubei and witness one final fight that will decide who comes out alive.
Fourteen years after defeating the immortal warrior Himuro Genma and thwarting the Shogun of the Dark's evil plans, Kibagami Jubei continues to roam all over Japan as a masterless swordsman. During his journey, he meets Shigure, a priestess who has never seen the world outside her village. But when a group of demons destroys the village and kills everyone, Jubei becomes a prime target after acquiring the Dragon Jewel — a stone with an unknown origin. Meanwhile, Shigure — along with the monk Dakuan and a young thief named Tsubute — travels to the village of Yagyu. And with two demon clans now hunting down Shigure, Dakuan must once again acquire the services of Jubei to protect the Priestess of Light.
Direction
Tatsuo Sato channels Kawajiri's kinetic demon energy with TV budget swagger.
Practical Effects
Hand-drawn gore hits different—every severed limb is artisanal.
Acting
Rikiya Koyama's Jubei growl defines weary swordsman exhaustion.
Creator
Tatsuo Sato
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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