Series synopsis
The Elusive Samurai, also known as 逃げ上手の若君 is a Japanese animation action & adventure television series that premiered on Fuji TV on July 6, 2024. It stars Asaki Yuikawa, Yuichi Nakamura, Hinaki Yano and Mari Hino.
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.
Premise
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 and characters
Leading cast
- Asaki Yuikawa as Tokiyuki Hojo (voice)
- Yuichi Nakamura as Yorishige Suwa (voice)
- Hinaki Yano as Shizuku (voice)
- Mari Hino as Kojiro (voice)
- Sayumi Suzushiro as Ayako (voice)
- Aoi Yuuki as Kazama Genba (voice)
- Kikunosuke Toya as Fubuki (voice)
Episodes
This series spans 3 seasons with 25 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | September 7, 2024 | September 7, 2024 |
| Season 1 | 12 | July 6, 2024 | September 28, 2024 |
| Season 2 | 12 | July 17, 2026 | October 2, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
History 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 shortcoming to anyone. He asks for Tokiyuki’s help, and together, they try every idea, one by one, for Yorishige to regain his holy power. |
September 7, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
May 22nd 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 he’s the son of a warrior. |
July 6, 2024 |
| 2 |
The Gentle Uncle 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 evades the eyes of the warriors loyal to Takauji, and he is placed under the care of their uncle, Muneshige Godaiin. |
July 13, 2024 |
| 3 |
A Forest Inhabited by a God 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 to take back Kamakura. |
July 20, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Longing for Sea Bream! 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 casual conversation. He recalls how much he loved eating freshly caught sea bream from Yuigahama, seasoned with wasabi and soy sauce from Izu. |
July 17, 2026 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | July 24, 2026 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | July 31, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Fuji TV |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 6, 2024 |
| Last aired | July 17, 2026 |
| Runtime | 24 minutes |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Friday at 23:30:00 |