


Also known as: Shigurui: Death Frenzy
At the beginning of the Edo Era, when people enjoyed a time of peace, Lord Tokugawa Tadanaga holds a fighting tournament. In the past, matches were fought with wooden swords. This time, real swords will be used. One-armed Fujiki Gennosuke and blind Irako Seigen will fight each other in this match. Both are disciples of Iwamoto Kogan, who is known as Japan's greatest swordsman. Each of them are determined to prove himself the successor of Iwamoto's school. However, there can only be one champion. So begins a story of intertwining fates, conflict, and strange destinies. (Source: ANN)
Total episodes
12
Filler episodes
0
% Filler
0.00%
Single Season
Currently, Shigurui has no sequels, prequels, or registered spin-offs. This is the complete story available at the moment.
Great news for this guide! Shigurui is a completely faithful adaptation of the original manga that contains no filler episodes.
You can enjoy all 12 episodes in chronological order with the peace of mind knowing that each chapter is canonical content that contributes directly to the development of the main story and character arcs. You don't need to skip any episodes to live the complete and authentic experience of Shigurui.
| # | Episodes | Aired | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sword Match at Sunpu Castle | 07/19/2007 | CANON |
| 2 | The Yodare-Azuki Ceremony | 07/26/2007 | CANON |
| 3 | Kamaitachi | 08/02/2007 | CANON |
| 4 | Children's Song | 08/09/2007 | CANON |
| 5 | Secret Swordplay Technique Instruction | 08/23/2007 | CANON |
| 6 | Birth Cry | 08/30/2007 | CANON |
| 7 | Fangs | 09/06/2007 | CANON |
| 8 | Chorus of Cicadas | 09/13/2007 | CANON |
| 9 | Tiger Cubs | 09/20/2007 | CANON |
| 10 | Kengyou's House of Punishment | 09/27/2007 | CANON |
| 11 | Moonlight | 10/04/2007 | CANON |
| 12 | Mumyou Sakanagare | 10/11/2007 | CANON |
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