Song of the Samurai - Chapter: Fateful Showdown in Kyoto — Season 1
About this season
Kyoto in the late Edo period. Amidst the intrigue and betrayal swirling within the Mibu Roshigumi, Hijikata Toshizo resolves to become a "demon," caught between friendship and duty. The internal conflict with the tyrant Serizawa Kamo escalates into a life-or-death struggle for his comrades, eventually leading to the final battle in Shimabara. And with that, the age of the sword comes to an end…
Episodes (6)
1. Blood Between Brothers
Aired 27 March 2026 • 56 min
Hijikata reunites with Izo, now a deadly assassin. After their tragic duel, he forges a ruthless code to protect his remaining brothers.
2. The Broken Code
Aired 3 April 2026 • 49 min
The murder of a young member pushes Nagakura toward execution. As Kondo sacrifices his pride to save his comrade, a shocking betrayal comes to light.
3. Episode 3
Aired 10 April 2026 • 49 min
4. Episode 4
Aired 17 April 2026 • 48 min
5. Episode 5
Aired 24 April 2026 • 57 min
6. Episode 6
Aired 1 May 2026 • 55 min