About this season
In the early Meiji era, Shujiro, once known as an undefeated samurai, decides to participate in a deadly survival game to save his family and villagers.
Episodes (6)
1. Kodoku
8.8Aired 13 November 2025 • 59 min
Unable to support his sick family as a samurai in the modern Meiji period, Shujiro enters a dangerous tournament that promises a huge cash prize.
2. Awakening
8.7Aired 13 November 2025 • 52 min
Kyojin, a former ninja, proposes an alliance with Shujiro and Futaba. Meanwhile, a high-ranking government official fears a potential samurai uprising.
3. Fate
8.6Aired 13 November 2025 • 50 min
The organizers bet on which contestant will reach the next checkpoint first. Shujiro shares his past with Futaba, then reunites with his estranged sister.
4. The Mastermind
8.6Aired 13 November 2025 • 49 min
The group tracks the disposal of bodies in a plan to uncover the organizer of Kodoku. There, Shujiro confronts Sakura, a former comrade from Satsuma.
5. Specters
8.5Aired 13 November 2025 • 48 min
As the true purpose of Kodoku unravels, Shujiro sends a telegram to warn Okubo about the brewing conspiracy and arranges for Futaba's safety.
6. Mortal Combat
8.6Aired 13 November 2025 • 54 min
As the ruthless Gentosai finally corners Iroha, Shujiro faces Bukotsu in a fierce final showdown. Meanwhile, Okubo closes in on the game's mastermind.