The Elusive Samurai (2024) is a animation, action & adventure web series in Japanese. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Elusive Samurai online in HD.
The Elusive Samurai — Storyline
Set between the Kamakura and Muromachi periods, during the Kenmu Restoration, the story follows the tale of Hojo Tokiyuki, a boy on the run after his family is overthrown by Ashikaga Takauji. With his only allies being a shady priest and his followers, the young lord must seek revenge and regain his glory, with his only weapon: a superhuman ability to flee and hide.
Cast & Crew
The Elusive Samurai — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2024-07-06 |
| Seasons | 2 |
| Episodes | 24 |
| Genre | Animation, Action & Adventure |
| Language | Japanese |
| Network | Fuji TV, Gunma TV, Tokyo MX, BS11, Tochigi TV |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Rating | 7.7/10 (47 votes) |
The Elusive Samurai — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: May 22nd (2024-07-06) — The year is 1333, Kamakura. Tokiyuki Hojo, the rightful heir to the regent who rules the Kamakura shogunate, is a kind boy with a heart of gold who dislikes conflict – even though
- E2: The Gentle Uncle (2024-07-13) — Takauji Ashikaga, once considered the guardian of the Kamakura shogunate, stages a rebellion that led to its quick destruction. Tokiyuki’s older brother, Kunitoki, successfully eva
- E3: A Forest Inhabited by a God (2024-07-20) — Tokiyuki risks his life and wins a game of tag, defeating the enemy who betrayed his brother. As soon as he arrives in Suwa, Yorishige urges him to begin his lessons and training t
- E4: Sadamune Appears! (2024-07-27) — Tokiyuki spends his days undergoing strenuous training to perfect his sword techniques – something he’s told to do to take back Kamakura for himself. However, everyone was surprise
- E5: Settling the Score! A Dog-Shooting Competition, and Then… (2024-08-03) — Tokiyuki faces off against Sadamune in a dog-shooting competition, even though his opponent excels with the bow and possesses an almost prodigy-like eye for detail. With a large le
- E6: Steal the Imperial Command from Ogasawara's Residence at Night (2024-08-10) — Tokiyuki and Genba sneak into the Ogasawara's residence and successfully infiltrate the warehouse where the Emperor’s Imperial Command is kept. However, Sadamune’s subordinate, Suk
- E7: Children in Winter (2024-08-17) — Tokiyuki reigns in the new year for the first time in Suwa. As the chaos from the downfall lulls throughout the country, skirmishes still break out here and there, and another cris
- E8: A War of Hide and Seek (2024-08-24) — The Elusive Warriors make their way to Nakayama Manor in the northern extremities of Suwa. There, Tokiyuki meets a young boy named Fubuki.
In a village where Ogasawara and his for
- E9: My Buddha (2024-08-31) — The Elusive Warriors engage in a fierce battle with the Seigi Party, a group spearheaded by Shokan himself. Stuck in a small chamber and faced with opponents wearing armor, Tokiyuk
- E10: A Perverted Kid and Disturbances of Holy Power (2024-09-14) — Yorishige tells Tokiyuki there are times when he cannot see the future; as some people have come to rely on Yorishige's reputation and power as a god, he cannot reveal this shortco
- E11: Samurais Who Are Eager to Die & An Elusive Samurai (2024-09-21) — The imperial court assigns a new provincial official for Shinano: Shinanonokami Kiyohara. Kiyohara did not hesitate to wield his power over people. He was considered a corrupt prov
- E12: Hang in There, Tokiyuki, Until the Day You Retake Kamakura (2024-09-28) — Hoshina and his army decide to retreat from Kawanakajima after hearing what Tokiyuki and Saemontaro Shinomiya, a Suwa Sect warrior, had to say. But Kiyohara is evil and crafty – he
Season 2
- E1: Longing for Sea Bream! (2026-07-17) — It is the first year of the Kenmu era (1334), in Suwa, Shinano province. Tokiyuki, now fully accustomed to life in Suwa, is reminded of meals from his days in Kamakura during a cas
- E2: Ayako's Heart-Pounding Operation! (2026-07-24) — The Ashikaga forces keep a vigilant watch across the country, searching for remnants of the Hojo clan scattered throughout Japan. Sadamune, the governor of Shinano, has grown suspi
- E3: Tokiyuki and Three Great Generals (2026-07-31) — Provincial official Kiyohara returns to Shinano after fleeing back to Kyo following the previous battle. Having grown even more ruthless, Kiyohara launches a large-scale invasion a
- E4: The Warrior of Love: Shinano Mask! (2026-08-07) — Tokiyuki and his companions race across the battlefield, sparing even the slightest moments of rest in order to relay information to their allies. However, when they arrive at the
- E5: The Unyielding (2026-08-14) — The central battlefield descends into total chaos. Just as victory seems within reach for the Hoshina–Shinomiya forces, a new obstacle suddenly appears before them: Kiyohara’s newl
- E6: The Boy Who Became a God (2026-08-21) — The battle ends in defeat for the Suwa Sect. Although they manage to keep casualties to a minimum, the losses they suffer are significant. As they look toward the next great confli
- E7: My Uncle (2026-08-28) — Tokiyuki’s uncle, Yasuie Hojo, is still alive! Once a key figure at the heart of the Kamakura Shogunate, Yasuie survives the fall of Kamakura. Afterward, he travels throughout the
- E8: Irreplaceable (2026-09-04) — At the suggestion of Yorishige and Yasuie, Tokiyuki sets out for the capital, Kyo, together with the Elusive Warriors. Major Counselor Kinmune Saionji, an ally of Yasuie, awaits th
- E9: The Man Called Masashige Kusunoki (2026-09-11) — Having grown closer over a game of dice, Mima invites Tokiyuki and his companions on a tour of Kyo. Even though they know she is the daughter of their enemy, the Elusive Warriors a
- E10: The Night of the Assassination (2026-09-18) — Through his dialogue with the warrior Masashige Kusunoki, known as a “god of war,” Tokiyuki is moved by Kusunoki's unwavering convictions and develops an even deeper sense of confi
- E11: My Buddha, Part Two (2026-09-25)
- E12: Episode 12 (2026-10-02)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Elusive Samurai have? 2 season(s) with 24 episodes.
Where can I watch The Elusive Samurai? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.