Rurouni Kenshin (1996)
Kernel Score: 88% · 795 ratings
Genres: Action & Adventure, Animation, Comedy
First aired: 1996-01-10
Seasons: 3 · 94 episodes
Overview
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.
Rurouni Kenshin parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Rurouni Kenshin is a TV-14 historical samurai anime about a reformed assassin seeking to live honorably.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Samurai-era action involving a former assassin, TV-14 rated, with sword combat central to the plot.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Mayo Suzukaze as Kenshin Himura (voice)
- Miki Fujitani as Kaoru Kamiya (voice)
- Mina Tominaga as Yahiko Myoujin (voice)
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- Yoshito Yasuhara as Aoshi Shinomori (voice)
- Yoku Shioya as Gensai (voice)
Rurouni Kenshin FAQ
Is Rurouni Kenshin good?
Rurouni Kenshin has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 795 audience ratings.
Is Rurouni Kenshin OK for kids?
Rurouni Kenshin is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Rurouni Kenshin is a TV-14 historical samurai anime about a reformed assassin seeking to live honorably.
What shows are like Rurouni Kenshin?
If you liked Rurouni Kenshin, try Rurouni Kenshin, BLUE EYE SAMURAI, Samurai Champloo and SAKAMOTO DAYS.