Samurai Anime Like Onimusha That Will Keep You on Edge

The samurais are really fascinating, and when we watch them in their element, we can not help but admire their strength and resilience. Their tales of bravery and the way they used to live in the warring times of Japan revive the warrior soul in us.

Whether you love their sword fights, a samurai’s discipline towards their work, or their loyalty towards their masters, one cannot deny they are indeed one of the coolest fighters to walk on earth. 

With Onimusha's release, we have a newfound appreciation for the impressive fighters. The anime features Takashi Miike as the chief director and is definitely a series that will leave you breathless!

If you loved Onimusha and the way feudal Japan is portrayed, then you are bound to love Rurouni Kenshin as well. In Onimusha, we witnessed how life was at the beginning of the Edo period, and here, we will see life towards the end of the Edo period.

Rurouni Kenshin

Break-dancing warrior Mugen comes together with cold-blooded Jin to go on a special task with Fuu in this anime where the characters, the storyline and the artwork will all leave you wanting more!

Samurai Champloo

If you like watching samurais hack up some monsters, then you will love this. the storyline is a thrilling watch and consumes you totally. Along with amazing world-building and animation, this one's a surprisingly dark ride.

Dororo

Ah - revenge and immortality and interesting concepts to delve into, especially when combined with samurais! Manji and Rin Asano's quest, thus, will leave you spellbound!

Blade of the Immortal

In a story of intertwining fates, conflict, and strange destinies, Fujiki Gennosuke and Irako Seigen fight against each other to prove themselves as worthy successors in this atmospheric anime with some seriously great action sequences.

Shigurui

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