Samurai Girls (2010)
A bold alternate-history anime where legendary samurai spirits clash with a Tokugawa-ruled Japan's oppressive student councils.
Samurai Girls - Series Information
- Original Title: 百花繚乱
- First Air Year: 2010
- Last Air Year: 2013
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Animation, Comedy, Action, Adventure
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (25 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 2
- Number of Episodes: 24
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: Japanese
- Spoken Languages: English, Japanese
- First Air Date: October 4, 2010 (United Kingdom - 18), October 4, 2010 (Germany - 16), October 4, 2010 (France - 16), October 4, 2010 (Australia - MA 15+)
- Networks: Chiba TV, AT-X
- Production Companies: ARMS
- Production Countries: Japan
- Alternative Titles: Hyakka Ryouran: Samurai Bride (US), 百花繚乱 サムライガールズ (JP), Samurai Girls (DE), 百花缭乱 SAMURAI AFTER (CN), Hyakka ryôran Samurai Girls (MX)
Samurai Girls - Plot
The story takes place in Japan in the early 21st century, in an alternate reality where the Tokugawa Shogunate has remained in power. In this reality, student councils are tasked with oppressing schools. Yagyuu Muneakira is a high school student who rebels against his student council with the help of girls who've had the names of famous samurai heroes passed on to them.
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Samurai Girls - Cast & Crew
Main Cast
- Rie Kugimiya
- Minako Kotobuki
- Daisuke Hirakawa
- Kaoru Mizuhara
- Saori Goto
- Ami Koshimizu
- Aoi Yuuki
- Aki Toyosaki
Samurai Girls - FAQs
Where can you stream Samurai Girls online?
Samurai Girls is available to stream on select platforms in the United States. You can compare all current viewing options, including subscription and rental services, by checking JustWatch, which lists up-to-date regional availability for both seasons of the series.
Is Samurai Girls based on a light novel?
Yes, Samurai Girls is adapted from the Hyakka Ryouran light novel series by Akira Suzuki, illustrated by Niθ. The novels blend alternate-history samurai lore with harem comedy elements, and the anime adaptation closely follows the source material's tone and character roster.
Who are the main voice actors in Samurai Girls?
The principal voice cast includes Rie Kugimiya as Yukimura Sanada, Minako Kotobuki as Sen Tokugawa, Daisuke Hirakawa as Muneakira Yagyuu, Kaoru Mizuhara as Gisen Yagyuu, Saori Goto as Hanzou Hattori, Ami Koshimizu as Charles d'Artanian, Aoi Yuuki as Juubee Yagyuu, and Aki Toyosaki as Kanetsugu Naoe.
What is Samurai Girls about?
Set in an alternate early 21st-century Japan where the Tokugawa Shogunate still rules, Samurai Girls follows student Muneakira Yagyuu as he rebels against a tyrannical student council. He is aided by girls who carry the spirits of legendary samurai heroes, blending action, comedy, and ecchi anime elements.
How many seasons does Samurai Girls have?
Samurai Girls consists of two main seasons. Season 1, titled Hyakka Ryouran: Samurai Girls, aired in 2010 with 12 episodes. Season 2, Hyakka Ryouran: Samurai Bride, followed in 2013 with another 12 episodes, plus a collection of bonus specials.
What is the distinctive visual style of Samurai Girls?
Samurai Girls is widely noted for its striking ink-wash art style, which mimics traditional Japanese sumi-e painting. Action sequences are punctuated with dramatic ink splashes and bold brushstroke effects, giving the series a visually unique aesthetic that sets it apart from most other anime productions.
When did Samurai Girls first air?
Samurai Girls first aired on October 4, 2010, broadcasting on Japanese networks Chiba TV and AT-X. The series concluded with its second season, Hyakka Ryouran: Samurai Bride, in 2013, marking the end of the anime adaptation.
Is Samurai Girls suitable for younger audiences?
Samurai Girls contains mature content, including ecchi (suggestive) scenes, fan service, and combat violence. International release ratings reflect this, with classifications such as MA 15+ in Australia and age-16 ratings in Germany and France. It is generally recommended for older teen and adult viewers.
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