The anime series, The Elusive Samurai, which is directed by Yuta Yamazaki and produced by CloverWorks studios, made its debut on July 6, 2024. It tells the tale of Hojo Tokiyuki, a young lord whose entire family was betrayed and killed by Ashikage Takauji and his supporters.
Set in Kamakura city during Japan’s 14th century, this anime series depicts Tokiyuki’s journey for retribution against Ashikage Takauji. The first three episodes have been released, with the fourth scheduled for July 27, 2024. Official reports state that the initial season will consist of 12 episodes.
Complete Release and Streaming Details for The Elusive Samurai Anime Series
For viewers in Japan, the most recent episodes are available on Tokyo MX, BS11, GYT, and GTV, as well as other channels. International viewers can tune in to Crunchyroll one hour after the episode airs in Japan. Viewers in Southeast Asia can also catch the episode on Muse Communication’s official channels.
The episode release schedule for The Elusive Samurai anime series is provided below according to the timings of PDT, EST, and IST.
Episode Number | Release Date | Release Timings (PDT/ EST/ IST) |
1 (Released) | July 6, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
2 (Released) | July 13, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
3 (Released) | July 20, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
4 | July 27, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
5 | August 3, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
6 | August 10, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
7 | August 17, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
8 | August 24, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
9 | August 31, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
10 | September 7, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
11 | September 14, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
12 | September 21, 2024 | 07:30 AM/ 10:30 AM/ 08:00 PM |
The table above displays the complete release schedule for all episodes. It is important to mention that the release dates and times for episodes may be subject to change if the studio decides to make any modifications. As of now, there have been no reported delays for any episodes.
All You Need to Know About the Elusive Samurai Anime Series
The Elusive Samurai takes place in Kamakura, a 14th-century setting in Japan. The story revolves around Hojo Tokiyuki, a young lord whose family and power were taken by Ashikaga Takauji, who betrayed them.
Tokiyuki’s exceptional evasion skills allow him to seek vengeance and reclaim his rightful throne. Along his journey, he encounters a diverse cast of characters such as Suwa Yorishige, Shizuku, Kojiro, and Ayako.
The anime, directed by Yuta Yamazaki, is being produced by CloverWorks Studios, renowned for their exceptional work on popular series such as Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai, Darling in the Franxx, and Fairy Tail. Yamazaki is known for directing episodes of My Dress-Up Darling and Laid-Back Camp.
Yoriko Tomita, known for her successful work on series such as Fire Force and Tokyo Revengers, is in charge of scriptwriting to ensure a captivating storyline. Yasushi Nishiya, who has previously worked on Blue Exorcist and Sword Art Online II, is responsible for character designs. The music is composed by GEMBI and Akiyuki Tateyama.
Final thoughts
As the The Elusive Samurai anime series continues, fans can expect to be captivated by even more episodes filled with stunning animation and compelling storytelling. They can anticipate exciting character developments and plot twists, solidifying The Elusive Samurai as a must-see series in the Spring 2024 season.
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