逃げ上手の若君
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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.
The Elusive Samurai is a Japanese anime series that premiered in July 2024, following Hojo Tokiyuki, a young lord on the run during Japan's Kenmu Restoration period. Stripped of his family's power by Ashikaga Takauji, Tokiyuki relies on a mysterious priest, loyal followers, and his supernatural ability to evade and hide to survive and plot his revenge. The action-adventure anime has been greenlit for Season 2.
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Seasons
2 seasons
Episodes · Season 2
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Episode 1 | 2026-07-17 | — | 0.0 |
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Is The Elusive Samurai renewed or cancelled?
The Elusive Samurai is listed as ongoing — no renewal announcement tracked yet.
The Elusive Samurai — frequently asked
When did The Elusive Samurai first air?
Season 1 premiered on July 6, 2024. No air date for Season 2 has been announced.
How many seasons does The Elusive Samurai have?
Season 1 has aired. Season 2 is confirmed in development, but no premiere date or episode count has been announced.
What is the story about?
The series follows Hojo Tokiyuki, a boy whose family is overthrown during the Kamakura to Muromachi period. With help from a shady priest and his followers, Tokiyuki uses his superhuman ability to escape and hide as he seeks revenge and aims to reclaim his lost power.
Where can I watch The Elusive Samurai?
Streaming availability varies by region and may change. Check your local streaming services or the official anime distributor in your country for current availability.
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