Baragaki: Unbroken Samurai (2021)

Other name: 燃えよ剣, もえよけん, Moeyo Ken, Fire Sword

Description:

Baragaki: Unbroken Samurai plunges into the tumultuous life of Toshizo Hijikata, the "Baragaki" from Bushu Tama, as he ventures to Kyoto with his comrades, including Isami Kondo and Souji Okita. His heart burning with the dream of becoming a samurai, Hijikata plays a pivotal role in forming the Shinsengumi under the Tokugawa Shogunate, tasked with protecting the historic city. With Kamo Serizawa as chief, Hijikata, as the formidable vice-commander, leads the organization with unparalleled skill and strict discipline, achieving widespread success against anti-shogunate forces. Amidst this era of fierce loyalty and relentless combat, Hijikata shares a fateful attraction with Oyuki. Yet, the nation teeters on the brink of revolution, threatening to overthrow the shogunate. This is the gripping saga of brave men who dedicated their lives to the sword, intertwining love and battle in a desperate fight against the tide of history.

Director: Harada Masato [原田眞人]

Country: Japanese

Status: Completed

Released: 2021

Genre:Action; Drama; Historical; Novel; Samurai; Swordsman