Tales of the Meiji

1. The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love

1997-10-14 · 25m

Back at home, Kaoru works to restore the dilapidated dojo, while Kenshin encounters a wise old fisherman who teaches him an important lesson about love.

2. The Birth of Prince Yahiko? An Elegant Debut into Society

1997-10-28 · 25m

After stepping in to stop what appears to be a robbery, Kenshin and Kaoru meet a young prince who looks exactly like Yahiko.

3. Find the Lost Treasure! The Great Detective Dog Notaro

1997-11-04 · 25m

Sanosuke adopts a stray dog, unaware that it holds the key to a criminal gang's plot to blackmail some local officials and gain political control. And when the gang finally tracks him down, Kenshin and Yahiko join Sanosuke to foil their plan.

4. Kaoru Ecstatic! Kenshin's Proposal?

1997-11-11 · 25m

After Kenshin finds a ring inside a catfish, he's persuaded to give it to Kaoru. Thinking it's an engagement ring, Kaoru is sure that he's asking her to get married.

5. Gleaming Blade of Legends! The Mystic Swordsman Shougo Amakusa

1997-11-18 · 25m

Alerted by Misao, Kenshin and the rest of the Peace Force arrive to help Aoshi find a mysterious killer. Kenshin's investigation uncovers evidence linking the killing to a Christian Samurai and of vengeance that's been foretold.

6. The Medallion of Destiny: The First Meeting of Sanosuke and Sayo

1997-11-25 · 25m

In an effort to prevent more revenge killings, Kenshin must take on Shogo Amakusa, the Christian warrior known as God's Child.

7. To the Battlefield of Shimabara: The Moment of Decisive Battle

1997-12-02 · 25m

As Kenshin prepares to honor his promise to stop Shogo Amakusa, he and Sanosuke uncover a secret church that was built when Christian worshipers were forced underground.

8. Shock of the Rai Ryu Sen! Kenshin Sent into Darkness

1997-12-09 · 25m

When neither Kaoru nor Kenshin can persuade Shogo Amakusa to abandon his plan to advance the Christian cause through violence, the stage for battle is set.

9. The Conspiracy of Kaiou: Shougo Caught in a Trap

1997-12-16 · 25m

Though blinded by his duel with Shogo Amakusa, Kenshin seeks another battle in hopes it will restore his sight.

10. Days of Remorse: The Sad Past of Shougo and Sayo

1998-01-06 · 25m

Along with the story of his parent's martyrdom, Misao uncovers the truth behind the alleged miracles that deified Shogo Amarusa.

11. The Sneering Demon: Shouzo and Karyu Scattered in the Explosive Flames

1998-01-13 · 25m

Sir Kaioh unveils his plan to use Shogo Amarusa's loyal followers to overthrow the government and control Japan himself.

12. Sanosuke's Tears: An Eternal Farewell Befalls the Two

1998-01-20 · 25m

As Kenshin tries to stop the slaughter of the Christians as they march towards martyrdom, Sanosuke is unable to avert the death of Shogo's terminally ill sister.

13. The Last Crusade: Two Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki Crash!

1998-01-27 · 25m

As Misao and the Dutch consul ask the Army delay to their attack, the sightless Kenshin pressures Shogo to prevent the martyrdom of his followers.

14. Bon Voyage

1998-02-03 · 25m

Following Shogo's surrender, Kenshin asks the government not to execute him. As a result, he and his followers are sent into exile in Holland.

15. Himura Dojo in Shimonoseki?

1998-02-10 · 25m

When the Peace Force comes across a man posing as Kenshin, everyone else wants the impostor exposed. But Kenshin notes that he's been using his profits to care for a group of orphans.

16. Crush!

1998-02-17 · 25m

When Kenshin accidentally loses all their money, the Peace Force must go to work at an inn in order to pay their bill.

17. Kaishu Katsu and Kenshin: The Destiny of Two Men Who Survived the Revolution

1998-02-24 · 25m

Kaoru offers to take on a scholarly young student who's been expelled by his teacher until he learns how to fight.

18. The Unending Revolution: A Destiny Forced Upon Kaishu

1998-03-03 · 25m

As Kaoru continues her training of Daigoro, Kenshin is warned to steer clear of the young man's teacher, Kaishu Katsu.

19. Conspiracy of the Beni-aoi: The Living Ghost of the Revolution Targets Kaishu!

1998-03-10 · 25m

Despite Kaishu's determination to free his daughter on his own, Kenshin joins the Peace Force and Daigoro for a rescue.

20. Kaishu Katsu's Determination: The Truth that Lived Through the Times

1998-04-14 · 25m

Though Daigoro is wounded in the battle, Kenshin and company free Itsuko.

21. Yutaro Returns: The Conspiracy of the Shadow Swordsmen

1998-04-21 · 25m

With his arm nearly healed, Yutaro and his doctor arrive for a visit at the dojo.

22. The Sanada Ninja Squad and the Elixir: Misanagi's Driving Quest

1998-05-05 · 25m

When a letter from Dr. Hans reveals the story of the miraculous medicine, Yutaro joins the Peace Force in an effort to find it.

23. A Straying Journey: The Trap of the Divine Crossing!

1998-05-19 · 25m

Using the clues left behind by Dr. Hans, Kenshin and company are led to the hidden shrine that holds the key to the miracle cure.

24. A Heat Wave from Beneath the Earth: The Three Sanada Demons!

1998-05-26 · 25m

After surviving a fall into a volcano, the Peace Force comes across an injured Sanada Ninja who offers to help battle his former allies.

25. Schneider's Bet: The Collapse of the Black Knights!

1998-06-02 · 25m

After their search leads them to the hidden cure, the leader of the Black Knights makes it clear that he has no intention of honoring his promise to cede control of Japan to the Sanada Ninjas.

26. The Two Guides: Yahiko and Yutaro's Eternal Vow

1998-06-09 · 25m

As he faces off against the Black Knight's leader, Kenshin must rely on his brains and not his sword to win the battle.

27. To My Angel Misao: A Fetching from Kyoto

1998-06-16 · 25m

As Aoshi arrives to bring her home, Misao joins Kaoru and some friends for a final shopping spree. However, Sanosuke and Yahiko's efforts to keep an eye on the women lead to them to be mistaken for a pair of thieves.

28. Feng Shui, Surprise Attack! The Mystery of the Pentagram Spread!

1998-06-23 · 25m

Following a series of accidents in town, a master of feng shui blames an imbalance in the Ki, a force which keeps all of nature's other forces in balance.

29. The Magic of Feng Shui: Kamiya Dojo is Targeted!

1998-07-21 · 25m

As Kenshin learns of a battle between the Wind and Water families for control of the Ki, efforts to build a railroad are exposed as a Water clan plot to control Japan.

30. Tokyo Under Martial Law! The Deadly Ryu Myaku

1998-08-04 · 25m

The Water family's efforts to gain control of the Ki have left Kaoru seriously wounded.

31. The Enemy Awaits in Senjo Gahara: In Search of the Jade Crest

1998-08-18 · 25m

With help from the Wind family's leader, Kenshin saves Kaoru's life. But the Water family's quest to redirect the Ki and gain control of Japan moves ahead as planned.

32. The Elegy of Wind and Water: A Last Desperate Effort!

1998-09-08 · 25m

With Kenshin's help, the Wind family derails their rival's plan to redirect the flow of the Ki and ends their effort to dominate Japan.