Intrigue in the Bakumatsu – Irohanihoheto

Season 1

TV-14

The Shogunate is in its final years, and war is fast approaching. When Akizuki Yojiro, a dark and mysterious mercenary, nears something supernatural with some kind of importance to him, the ornament on the end of his sword hilt waves in its direction, his eyes glow mysteriously, and he is driven to go after it. He comes across a traveling theater group who is out for revenge for the killing of the parents of the group's leader, and whose mysterious playwright likes to secretly help along events of history. Yojiro joins them to lend them his skill against their enemies, while dark conspiracy continues to follow behind him.

Where to Watch Season 1

26 Episodes

The Evil Star Let Loose
E1
Episode 1The Evil Star Let LooseAn ominous star lurking in the sky while two horsemen deliver an urgent message to the emperor. Later, Youjiro saves two kabuki students from sudden death.
The Earth-Fissure Sword Mocks
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Episode 2The Earth-Fissure Sword MocksThe assassin-bodyguard Hario follows Youjiro. Later, Youjiro agrees to travel with the kabuki troupe to offer his protection.
Poems at Sekkakurou
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Episode 3Poems at SekkakurouParkes arranges a bodyguard for Katsu. Meanwhile, Youjiro and the theatre troupe have finally caught up with their target. But even out-numbered and surrounded he puts up a good fight.
A Curious Tale of An Underhanded Scandal
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Episode 4A Curious Tale of An Underhanded ScandalYuyama becomes an increasing threat to Nakaiya Juubei; Saigo Magozou is sent to assassinate him. Youjiro's history is revealed.
Shureiki Unleashed
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Episode 5Shureiki UnleashedNakaiya Juubei recruits three dangerous men who quickly become possessed by demons. This causes them to lose their minds, and Youjiro must save them.
The Closing Performance Burneth
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Episode 6The Closing Performance BurnethWe learn of the bloody history of Yokohama and of the even bloodier history of Youjiro's sword. Meanwhile, the troupe is creating a clever plan.
Soutetsu Makes His Move
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Episode 7Soutetsu Makes His MoveSoutetsu leaves the troupe and seeks out a strange object capable of summoning a demon before he meets with Nakaiya Juubei. Meanwhile, the rest of the Troupe think back to when they first met.
Wishes of Revenge Finally Realised
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Episode 8Wishes of Revenge Finally RealisedNakaiya Juubei finally shows himself and tries to manipulate Katsu with the Conqueror's Head. Meanwhile, Youjiro must fight Kanna to try and reach the Head before it is too late.
The Black Cat Weeps
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Episode 9The Black Cat WeepsYoujiro meets an old friend from his childhood, and he thinks back on his life--in particular the time he spent with Sakamoto. Meanwhile, a huge army is headed towards Yokohama.
Ueno Falls
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Episode 10Ueno FallsJuubei's death threatens to split the troupe apart.
The Troupe Returns to a Temporary Stage
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Episode 11The Troupe Returns to a Temporary StageThe troupe travels to Edo based on the information in Soutetsu's script.
Ryouma's Message
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Episode 12Ryouma's MessageThe troupe is attacked by a group of strange ghosts, and it is up to Youjiro to save them.
The Conqeuror's Head Enters a Soul
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Episode 13The Conqeuror's Head Enters a SoulSoutetsu lets Juubei escape with the Conqueror's Head. Youjiro and Kakunojou chase after him, but their attempt is thwarted by the English forces. Later, a very dark and dangerous enemy is born.
To the North
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Episode 14To the NorthKanna has been promoted to the head of the elite English forces, and is planning an assault on Enomoto.
The Secret Sword Resonates
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Episode 15The Secret Sword ResonatesAkizuki and Kakunojou are traveling together across Japan to find Kakunojou's new sword when they receive an interesting message.
Four People Traveling Together
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Episode 16Four People Traveling TogetherNow that Kakunojou has foun dher sword, she travels north with Akizuki to reach Enomoto and the Head of the Conqueror.
Discussion Becomes Needless
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Episode 17Discussion Becomes NeedlessKakunojou and Akizuki have a difference of opinion on how to proceed against Enomoto.
Fate Takes a Sorrowful Turn
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Episode 18Fate Takes a Sorrowful TurnThe English knights launch a second attack, but it ends in disaster.
The Pentagram of Reverse-Kaku
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Episode 19The Pentagram of Reverse-KakuKakunojou is in a state of shock regarding her actions on board the ship, but her spirits are lifted when she is reunited with the troupe.
There Being Waves
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Episode 20There Being WavesAkizuki is nursed back to health by a young woman and her son.
Crossing the Strait
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Episode 21Crossing the StraitAkizuki sets off for Ezo where Kakunojou is still waiting at the hospital.
Chance Meeting in the North
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Episode 22Chance Meeting in the NorthAkizuki finally manages to catch up with Enomoto but, once again, Kakunojou gets in the way.
Hakodate is Red
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Episode 23Hakodate is RedUnder the command of Kanna, the English knights launch a daring raid against Enomoto.
Irohanihoheto
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Episode 24IrohanihohetoHijikata finally starts to realize that Soutetsu is up to something.
The Pentagon Castle Enclosure Surfaces
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Episode 25The Pentagon Castle Enclosure SurfacesWith Akizuki closing in on Enomoto, he uses the fearsome power of the Head of the Conqueror to defend his castle.
Beyond the Sea
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Episode 26Beyond the SeaAkizuki strives to defeat Enomoto but he must first take on both Kakunojou and Soutetsu to do it.