"Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantan" will be adapted into a new TV animation series in 2023, and there are surely many fans who have been waiting for this re-animation! In recent years, there has been a growing trend to recreate older content, such as "Slam Dunk" and "Urusei Yatsura," and it could be said that this is a situation where works that were popular in the past are experiencing a major boost. In particular, "Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantan" was also a successful live-action film, proving that it still enjoys enduring popularity. The re-animation comes at a time when attention has been focused on this series due to the impact of the live-action film, so it's safe to say that this is content that can be highly anticipated. As someone who is already excited about the new anime series, I would like to introduce some of the fun and highlights of the new anime version!
The voice actors are amazing!!
The most exciting thing about this new anime is, without a doubt, the incredible voice cast! Since it's been a while since the previous anime series, the voice actors have been completely renewed, and they're simply incredible! From here, I'd like to introduce two of the most notable voice actors in this series!
Rie Takahashi
Of particular note is Rie Takahashi, who will be playing Kamiya Kaoru. Takahashi is one of the most popular voice actors today, having voiced many popular heroines, including Emilia in "Re:ZERO − Starting Life in Another World" and Megumin in "KonoSuba: God's Blessing on This Wonderful World!" We can't wait to see how Takahashi will portray Kamiya Kaoru!
Saori Onishi
Also keep an eye on Saori Onishi, who will be playing Takani Megumi! Onishi is a highly popular voice actress, having voiced many popular characters, including Mejiro McQueen in "Uma Musume: Pretty Derby" and Sawamura Spencer Eriri in "How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend"!
Perfect casting for the role!
As you can see, this series features a number of incredibly popular voice actors, making it a fitting cast for such a popular Jump series! For anime fans who love voice actors, this is a highly anticipated series that you'll find no reason not to watch!
Looking forward to the new opening song!
Another exciting aspect of this new anime is the "new opening theme song"! The opening theme song for this series has yet to be announced, and there's a lot of anticipation, including who will sing it!
Will it surpass "Freckles"? ?
The original anime series featured the incredibly popular anime song "Freckles," which sold over a million copies, as its opening theme. For many fans, the opening theme for this series is so well-known that "Freckles" is synonymous with Rurouni Kenshin. It will be interesting to see how they overcome this seemingly impossible hurdle.
Aim for a million-seller!
With the current momentum of Rurouni Kenshin, which surpassed the previous work's million-selling hit, this may be possible. The high hurdle of the previous work makes us look forward to the new opening theme song for this work. Naturally, the production team is aware of the popularity of the previous work's opening theme, so we're sure they'll put a lot of effort into the new anime's theme song! We're definitely looking forward to it!
Looking forward to the animation!
Many fans would say that the thing they're most excited about about the new anime is the animation. After all, the most obvious benefit of reimagining a previous work is improved animation, and it's exciting to be able to enjoy the powerful battle scenes that weren't possible in the original anime.
The PV looks great!
I've also checked out several of the already released promotional videos, and honestly, I thought they were of extremely high quality. Maybe it's because I've been watching the old series all this time while writing this article, lol, but I'm sure you can expect great animation! Fans who are excited for this series should definitely check out the new promotional video!
Pay Attention to LIDEN FILMS
The anime for this series will be produced by a production company called LIDEN FILMS. LIDEN FILMS is a large production company with bases throughout Japan, so you can expect a work with consistent animation. The production company is a very important factor in anime production, so if you're a fan interested in this series, be sure to check out LIDEN FILMS!
Popular titles like "Tokyo Revengers" are also in production
Liden Films is currently producing anime for popular titles like "Tokyo Revengers," making it a production company with a proven track record and a strong reputation. They may also be producing other titles you've enjoyed, so be sure to check them out for yourself!
Stay tuned for more details!
The new voice actors and production company aren't the only things to look forward to about the new anime. Another thing to keep an eye on is how much of the original story will be depicted in the new anime. Fans probably have their favorite scenes, so it'll be interesting to see if they even include their favorite scenes.
All the way to the Kyoto arc? ?
This is just a guess, but I think the new anime will probably cover up to the "Kyoto Arc." The old anime also covered up to the Kyoto Arc, so if it follows the old series, it might cover up to the conclusion with Shishio Makoto in the Kyoto Arc.
You might enjoy a great battle with Shishio Makoto!!
The duel with Shishio Makoto in the Kyoto Arc is a particularly popular scene in the series. I'm sure it was a scene that was given a lot of attention in terms of animation, so I'm looking forward to seeing the two duel in the beautiful new anime series.
A sequel is certainly in the cards
As such, the Rurouni Kenshin series tells a very long story, so it's unlikely to be able to fit it all into a single season of animation. Depending on how popular it remains, we can certainly expect a second and third season of the anime.
Prior IPs are in the spotlight
As such, past IPs, including "Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story," are currently attracting a great deal of attention. In this context, I would like to examine how this work will be handled.
Slam Dunk and Other Series Are Huge Hits
While past titles like "Slam Dunk" and "Urusei Yatsura" are currently huge hits, they all share one thing in common: they're also popular overseas. Perhaps it's precisely because Japanese anime can now be easily viewed overseas via subscription services that we're seeing an increase in remakes of past titles with an international audience in mind.
Can they appeal effectively to an overseas audience?
From the perspective of "overseas popularity" that is sought after for previous works, I think the Rurouni Kenshin series is a perfect fit. Featuring values unique to Japanese culture and characters with attributes popular overseas, such as "samurai" and "ninja," this work can be considered a perfect fit for an overseas audience.
Check out the old anime!
So far, I've introduced the exciting aspects of this work, but if you're a fan who can't wait to see the new anime version, I recommend watching the original anime! The original anime is complete enough on its own, so I'm sure you'll enjoy it to the fullest!
Comparing the two is even more fun!
My recommended viewing method is to enjoy the differences between the new anime and the old one! By watching both the old and new anime series, you can experience the charm of this work once again and the evolution of the anime industry as a whole. Enjoy this work while also paying attention to the unique charms of this work, which can only be enjoyed as a long-lasting piece of content!
Summary
What did you think? This time, we introduced the new anime "Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story." It's one of the most long-running works in Jump, so I'm sure it will continue to be depicted in various fields! This work has been embraced by people of all ages, so even if you're an anime fan who's unfamiliar with it, you should definitely experience its universal appeal by watching the new anime being broadcast this year!
