Original
Also known as: Sengoku Basara: Samurai Kings
In the Sengoku period, the struggle for power and unification has brought endless bloodshed to the unstable Japan. Out of all the warring generals, Nobunaga Oda—the "Demon King of Owari"—has established himself as the strongest ruler. Friend or foe, he is determined to crush anyone who stands in his way of creating a tyrannical central government. The only two who dare rebel against Oda are the "One-eyed Dragon of Oshu" Masamune Date, and the distinguished but hot-blooded warrior of the Takeda clan, Yukimura Sanada. Though they share the goal of preventing Oda from unifying the domains, Masamune and Yukimura cannot see eye-to-eye. Equally skilled in combat, mutual admiration for one another causes these two feuding warriors to forge a fierce rivalry, thwarting any attempts to form a united front against the Demon King of Owari. With Oda's forces closing in on their respective territories, Masamune and Yukimura reluctantly learn to put aside their differences and fight together against the threatening usurpator.
12
Total episodes
12
Canon episodes
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Every season
You may wonder, how many seasons does Sengoku Basara have? Well, currently Sengoku Basara has a total of 2 official seasons. Below is a complete list of the anime's seasons, arranged chronologically, including prequels, sequels, and canonical spin-offs.
Discover all seasons and episodes of this anime in broadcast order. Each season develops a key part of the story, introducing new characters, story arcs, and important events. Select any season to view detailed information such as the number of episodes, release dates, and a complete plot description.
Original
SecuelaWhat to watch, what to skip
You're in luck! Sengoku Basara doesn't have a single filler episode: all 12 episodes are canon. It's a faithful adaptation of the original manga, so you can enjoy it from first to last without skipping anything or checking any list of expendable episodes.
The 12 episodes of Sengoku Basara aired in 2009 and follow the story's chronological order. There are no transition episodes, no needless recaps, no arcs invented by the studio: every chapter advances the main plot and develops the characters just as the source material does.
In short, the watch order for Sengoku Basara is as simple as it gets: start at episode 1 and keep going to episode 12 without detours. If you came looking for which Sengoku Basara episodes are filler so you could skip them, the answer is that there aren't any.
Episode by episode
12 Episodes
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Azure and Crimson, a Fateful Encounter!04/02/2009 | 04/02/2009 | Canon |
| 2 | Horrific! Confrontation at Okehazama!04/09/2009 | 04/09/2009 | Canon |
| 3 | Vagabond, Maeda Keiji!04/16/2009 | 04/16/2009 | Canon |
| 4 | Wavering Scarlet Flower - Loyalty that Brings Sorrow!04/23/2009 | 04/23/2009 | Canon |
| 5 | Brutal! The Righteous Battle of Nagashino and Shitaragahara!04/30/2009 | 04/30/2009 | Canon |
| 6 | Bonds Torn Asunder - Mortifying Retreat for Masamune!05/07/2009 | 05/07/2009 | Canon |
| 7 | Marauding Villain! Two Dragons Duel in Earnest Under the Moon!05/14/2009 | 05/14/2009 | Canon |
| 8 | Great Temple of Carnage! Kojuro in Dire Straits!05/21/2009 | 05/21/2009 | Canon |
| 9 | The Tiger of Kai Dies at Midaigawa!05/28/2009 | 05/28/2009 | Canon |
| 10 | Yukimura Beyond Recovery?! The Date Army's Tearful Disbandment!06/04/2009 | 06/04/2009 | Canon |
| 11 | Mitsuhide's Betrayal! Honnoji Temple Goes Up in Flames!06/11/2009 | 06/11/2009 | Canon |
| 12 | Azuchi Castle Keep - A Fight to the Death for Tomorrow!06/18/2009 | 06/18/2009 | Canon |
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Common questions
Sengoku Basara has a total of 2 seasons. The series is completed. Each season is divided into multiple episodes with stories that advance the main plot of the anime.
In total, Sengoku Basara has 12 episodes distributed across its 2 seasons. You can consult the complete episodes table to see the breakdown by season.
It is recommended to watch Sengoku Basara in chronological broadcast order. This means starting from season 1 and continuing sequentially to the last season. Check our watch order guide which includes information about filler vs canon episodes for an optimal experience.
Sengoku Basara is available on various legal streaming platforms. Check the platforms section at the top of this page to see where it's currently available. Options may vary depending on your geographic region.
Yes, Sengoku Basara is a completed anime. All seasons have already aired and you can enjoy the series in its entirety without waiting for new episodes.
No, Sengoku Basara does not have filler episodes. All its episodes are canon and faithfully follow the original manga story, so you can watch all episodes without worrying about skipping anything.
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