Best samurai anime
260 anime about samurai, ranked by community score. Tags come from AniList voters; the percentage on each title page says how strongly the tag applies.
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3.9TSUKIMICHI -Moonlit Fantasy-
TV · 2021 · 12 ep
TSUKIMICHI -Moonlit Fantasy-Tsuki ga Michibiku Isekai DouchuuTV · 2021 · 12 ep3.9Makoto Misumi was just an average teenager who happened to suddenly be summoned to another world as a "hero." But the goddess of this world called him ugly and took his hero status away from him then sent him to the ends of the world. In…
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3.9The Elusive Samurai
TV · 2024 · 12 ep
The Elusive SamuraiNige Jouzu no WakagimiTV · 2024 · 12 ep3.9In the year 1333, the Kamakura shogunate government comes crumbling down. A trusted vassal, Ashikaga Takauji, betrays the shogunate and organizes a rebellion. Houjou Tokiyuki, the rightful heir, escapes the massacre with a Shinto priest…
3.9Carnival Phantasm
OVA · 2011 · 12 ep
Carnival PhantasmOVA · 2011 · 12 ep3.9The Carnival Moment is a time when several narratives from Type-Moon's famous works intersect. It happens every decade in an entirely new dimension, and those who have never run into each other can meet. And what's more, all individuals…
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3.9The Heike Story
TV · 2022 · 11 ep
The Heike StoryHeike MonogatariTV · 2022 · 11 ep3.9A young orphan named Biwa is taken in by the powerful Taira Clan—also known as the Heike—after their leader witnesses her extraordinary psychic abilities. Unfortunately, what she predicts is a future of bloodshed, violence, and civil war…
3.9Rurouni Kenshin -Kyoto Disturbance-
TV · 2024 · 23 ep
Rurouni Kenshin -Kyoto Disturbance-Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan - Kyoto DouranTV · 2024 · 23 ep3.9A phantom of the Bakumatsu who must be taken down. All the answers you desire are in Kyoto! (Source: Aniplex USA)
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3.9Lupin the 3rd Part IV
TV · 2015 · 24 ep
Lupin the 3rd Part IVLupin III (2015)TV · 2015 · 24 ep3.9Infamous master thief Lupin Sansei is back once again to do some grand thievery, now in San Marino, Italy. Only this time he's stealing... Love? Rebecca Rossellini, a famous heiress and businesswoman, is now married to Lupin, much to the…
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3.9Lupin the IIIrd: Goemon's Blood Spray
Movie · 2017 · 1 ep
Lupin the IIIrd: Goemon's Blood SprayLupin the IIIrd: Chikemuri no Ishikawa GoemonMovie · 2017 · 1 ep3.9A yakuza boss hires Goemon Ishikawa, a modern day samurai, to protect him aboard his cruise ship casino. Everything goes sideways however when a terrifyingly powerful man— the so called “Ghost of Bermuda”— shows up to put world-famous…
3.9Lupin III: The First
Movie · 2019 · 1 ep
Lupin III: The FirstMovie · 2019 · 1 ep3.9The story centers on Lupin teaming up with a woman named Leticia to steal the Bresson Diary, a treasure that even the first generation Arsène Lupin could not steal. (Source: Anime News Network, edited)
3.9Hyouge Mono
TV · 2011 · 39 ep
Hyouge MonoTV · 2011 · 39 ep3.9The story is set during Japan's Sengoku Jidai (Era of the Warring States) and centers on Furuta Sasuke, a vassal of the great warlord Oda Nobunaga and a man obsessed with tea ceremony and material desires in his pursuit of a fortuitous…
3.8Log Horizon
TV · 2013 · 25 ep
Log HorizonTV · 2013 · 25 ep3.8The online fantasy game Elder Tales is a worldwide phenomenon, immersing millions of players in its intricately conceived virtual world. However, the release of the game's twelfth expansion pack makes that immersion all too literal, as…
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3.8The Elusive Samurai Season 2
TV · 2026 · 12 ep
The Elusive Samurai Season 2Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi 2nd SeasonTV · 2026 · 12 ep3.8After the tragic events in Kamakura, Tokiyuki Houjou has overcome the worst and started restoring his noble family. His next goal is incredibly ambitious—retaking Kamakura, no matter the cost. However, achieving his goal proves difficult…
3.8MONSTERS: 103 Mercies Dragon Damnation
ONA · 2024 · 1 ep
MONSTERS: 103 Mercies Dragon DamnationMonsters: Ippyaku Sanjou Hiryuu JigokuONA · 2024 · 1 ep3.8MONSTERS: 103 Mercies Dragon Damnation by Eiichiro Oda tells the tale of Ryuuma, the legendary swordsman that hails from the Land of Wano in One Piece . A samurai's path leads him to a young waitress whose hometown was destroyed by a…
3.8Lupin the Third: The Woman Called Fujiko Mine
TV · 2012 · 13 ep
Lupin the Third: The Woman Called Fujiko MineLupin the Third: Mine Fujiko to Iu OnnaTV · 2012 · 13 ep3.8What happened when Lupin III met Fujiko Mine for the first time? She’s a thief. A killer. A saint and a scandal. She’s whatever you need her to be to get the job done. She takes your breath away to get what she wants. She takes everything…
3.8Gintama: Nanigoto mo Saisho ga Kanjin nanode Tashou Senobisuru Kurai ga Choudoyoi
Special · 2005 · 1 ep
Gintama: Nanigoto mo Saisho ga Kanjin nanode Tashou Senobisuru Kurai ga ChoudoyoiSpecial · 2005 · 1 ep3.8This special is a set of short comedy stories involving Gintoki and his equally-broke sidekicks Shinpachi and Kagura. One day, Gintoki and his comrades are out viewing the spring flowers when suddenly the Shinsengumi appear, arguing that…
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3.8DRIFTERS
TV · 2016 · 12 ep
DRIFTERSDriftersTV · 2016 · 12 ep3.8The story centers around Shimazu Toyohisa, the real-life samurai who fought in the pivotal Battle of Sekigahara. In his dying moments, Shimazu is transported to a world of magic with other famous warriors throughout history. These warriors…
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3.8Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: The Battle of Unato
Movie · 2019 · 1 ep
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: The Battle of UnatoKoutetsujou no Kabaneri Movie 3: Unato KessenMovie · 2019 · 1 ep3.8The film follows a battle between humans and Kabaneri at Haikou Station on the coast of the Sea of Japan, half a year after the story of the original television anime series. (Source: Anime News Network)
3.8Arakawa Under the Bridge x Bridge
TV · 2010 · 13 ep
Arakawa Under the Bridge x BridgeTV · 2010 · 13 ep3.8In the dry riverbed of Arakawa River, undefeated elite Ichinomiya Kou (aka Ric) met the lovely homeless girl Nino, a self-declared Venusian. Their awkward love stirs up trouble among the other strange inhabitants of the riverbed. (Source…
3.8House of Five Leaves
TV · 2010 · 12 ep
House of Five LeavesSaraiya GoyouTV · 2010 · 12 ep3.8Masterless samurai Akitsu Masanosuke is a skilled and loyal swordsman, but his naïve, diffident nature has more than once caused him to be let go by the lords who employ him. Hungry and desperate, he agrees to become a bodyguard for…
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3.8BAKI-DOU: The Invincible Samurai
ONA · 2026 · 13 ep
BAKI-DOU: The Invincible SamuraiBaki-douONA · 2026 · 13 ep3.8Musashi Miyamoto — the ultimate symbol of strength — descends into an underground fighting arena where the use of weapons is permitted. Underground fighters including Doppo Orochi, Goki Shibukawa and Sea King Retsu square off in succession…
3.8Rurouni Kenshin OVA: Reflection (Seiso-hen)
OVA · 2001 · 2 ep
Rurouni Kenshin OVA: Reflection (Seiso-hen)Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan - Seisou-henOVA · 2001 · 2 ep3.8Kenshin’s history of death and destruction has left him known throughout all of Japan as the sword-bearing master assassin. Seeking retribution for his past, Kenshin wanders further away to a place he can call home. Although creating a…
3.8Detective Conan: Crossroad in the Ancient Capital
Movie · 2003 · 1 ep
Detective Conan: Crossroad in the Ancient CapitalMeitantei Conan Movie 07: Meikyuu no CrossroadMovie · 2003 · 1 ep3.8Kyoto is the cultural capital of Japan, full of history, nature and romance. There, Conan meets up with his friend and rival Heiji once again, teaming up to solve the case of a stolen Buddha statue! And then, there’s the case of Heiji’s…
3.8Lupin the 3rd Part 2
TV · 1977 · 155 ep
Lupin the 3rd Part 2Lupin III: Part IITV · 1977 · 155 ep3.8Stealthy, smug, sharp, and silly. These words only begin to describe the greatest thief in the world, Lupin the Third. Ever at his side are the quick-draw sharpshooter Daisuke Jigen and the deadly, honor-bound swordsman Goemon Ishikawa…
3.7Arakawa Under the Bridge
TV · 2010 · 13 ep
Arakawa Under the BridgeTV · 2010 · 13 ep3.7Ko Ichinomiya's family motto is "Never be indebted to anyone," but after losing his pants and falling into the Arakawa River, he quickly finds himself in debt to his savior, the cutely insane Nino (who happens to live under the bridge). To…
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3.7Rurouni Kenshin (2023)
TV · 2023 · 24 ep
Rurouni Kenshin (2023)Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Kenkaku Romantan (2023)TV · 2023 · 24 ep3.7One hundred and forty years ago in Kyoto, with the coming of the American "Black Ships," there arose a warrior who, felling men with his bloodstained blade, gained the name Hitokiri, manslayer! His killer blade helped close the turbulent…
3.7Lupin the 3rd
TV · 1971 · 23 ep
Lupin the 3rdLupin IIITV · 1971 · 23 ep3.7Hard-boiled, cocky, classy and silly. These words only begin to describe the amazing master thief Lupin the Third. With the help of some quick gunplay by his partner Jigen, Lupin takes on the world in elaborate heists, classic car chases…
3.7The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse Season 2
TV · 2024 · 12 ep
The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse Season 2Nanatsu no Taizai: Mokushiroku no Yonkishi 2nd SeasonTV · 2024 · 12 ep3.7After the harrowing battle with Mela-Galland, the Four Knights set forth to find a way into Camelot — but the path is rife with danger and adventure! (Source: Netflix)
3.7Sengoku Youko: The Thousandfold Chaos Arc
TV · 2024 · 22 ep
Sengoku Youko: The Thousandfold Chaos ArcSengoku Youko: Senma Konton-henTV · 2024 · 22 ep3.7The chaotic aftermath of a confrontation between Jinka Yamato and Yazen results in the power dynamics between the magically gifted katawara and humans being turned upside down. As the news of the downfall of dangaishu—the katawara-hunting…
3.7Galaxy Warring State Chronicle Rai
TV · 1994 · 52 ep
Galaxy Warring State Chronicle RaiGinga Sengoku Gunyuuden RaiTV · 1994 · 52 ep3.7Rai is a space opera that fuses feudal Chinese and Japanese customs with vast galaxy spanning empires and space-going societies. The story follows the life and times of the samurai Rai, and the quest of several spacefaring factions for…
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3.7Hidamari no Ki
TV · 2000 · 25 ep
Hidamari no KiTV · 2000 · 25 ep3.7A story set in the mid-1800's about a young doctor who has been trained in Western-style medicine and a young samurai who is trying to live up to the old traditions of his class and culture. The story is actually based upon real people…
3.7Crayon Shin-chan Movie 10: Arashi wo Yobu Appare! Sengoku Daikassen
Movie · 2002 · 1 ep
Crayon Shin-chan Movie 10: Arashi wo Yobu Appare! Sengoku DaikassenMovie · 2002 · 1 ep3.7Shin-chan and his family travel to Samurai's Era by accident and try to save the Princess' city by helping in the war.
3.6BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense.
TV · 2020 · 12 ep
BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt, so I'll Max Out My Defense.Itai no wa Iya nanode Bougyoryoku ni Kyokufuri Shitai to Omoimasu.TV · 2020 · 12 ep3.6The story centers on Kaede Honjou, who is invited by her friend Risa Shiramine to play a virtual reality MMO game with her. While Kaede doesn't dislike games, what she really, truly dislikes is being in pain. She creates a character named…
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3.6Drifters (2017)
OVA · 2017 · 3 ep
Drifters (2017)OVA · 2017 · 3 ep3.6Unaired episode 13 and 14 included in the DVD and Blu-ray Disc release of Drifters and episode 15 included in the sixth volume of the manga.
3.6Isekai Quartet 3
TV · 2025 · 11 ep
Isekai Quartet 3TV · 2025 · 11 ep3.6The button appeared out of nowhere. Was it a trap or the start of something new? The crews of Re:ZERO, Overlord, KONOSUBA, and Saga of Tanya the Evil got stuck in another world’s class! Now, more new characters join the series, including…
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3.6Afro Samurai the Movie
Movie · 2007 · 1 ep
Afro Samurai the MovieAfro Samurai MovieMovie · 2007 · 1 ep3.6A movie adaptation of the TV series.
3.6Ōoku: The Inner Chambers
ONA · 2023 · 10 ep
Ōoku: The Inner ChambersOookuONA · 2023 · 10 ep3.6In Edo period Japan (1603 to 1868), a strange new disease called the Redface Pox has begun to prey on the country's men. Within eighty years of the first outbreak, the male population has fallen to a quarter of the total female population…
3.6Space Runaway Ideon
TV · 1980 · 39 ep
Space Runaway IdeonDensetsu Kyojin IdeonTV · 1980 · 39 ep3.6From the continuing reclamation of the ruins of the planet Solo, mysterious mechas are excavated. But suddenly, an alien called Buff Clan attacks seeking the limitless energy “Ide.” The earthlings are backed into a corner, when the three…