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The 90s Generation Reunites, Here Are 8 Facts About the Anime Series 'SAMURAI X' That Premiered 28 Years Ago

The 90s Generation Reunites, Here Are 8 Facts About the Anime Series 'SAMURAI X' That Premiered 28 Years Ago

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The 90s Generation Reunites, Here Are 8 Facts About the Anime Series 'SAMURAI X' That Premiered 28 Years Ago

The Samurai X anime, originally titled Rurouni Kenshin, first aired in 1996. This series tells the story of Kenshin Himura, a former assassin who is determined not to take any more lives and embarks on a journey to atone for his past.

Set in the Meiji era, Rurouni Kenshin became one of the favorite anime of the 90s generation. 

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This anime is adapted from the manga by Nobuhiro Watsuki, which was first published in Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine in 1994.

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Kenshin Himura, also known as Hitokiri Battosai, is a former assassin who seeks to atone for his sins by no longer using his sword to kill.

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Rurouni Kenshin combines elements of Japanese history with fiction, including real figures from the Meiji era, making it one of the anime with a deep historical background.

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Kenshin uses a sakabatō, a sword that has a sharp side on the reverse side, to ensure he does not kill again.

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The main plot of Samurai X focuses on Kenshin's quest for redemption and his desire to protect the weak without killing.

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One of Kenshin's greatest enemies is Shishio Makoto, a killer who threatens the stability of Japan with his evil plans.

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Rurouni Kenshin has also been adapted into several live-action films that have received much praise from both fans and critics.

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The theme song like “Sobakasu” by Judy and Mary has become one of the most remembered soundtracks of 90s anime among fans.