The Elusive Samurai

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.

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Status	Ended
Original Name	逃げ上手の若君
First Air Date	July 6, 2024
Last Air Date	October 2, 2026
Seasons	2
Episodes	24
Episode Runtime	24min
Language	Japanese
Original Language	Japanese
Production Countries	Japan
Production Companies	CloverWorks Aniplex Shueisha Tokyo MX BS11 Fuji Television Network dentsu
Networks	Fuji TV Gunma TV Tokyo MX BS11 Tochigi TV

S02E12

The Age

With preparations for war complete, the Suwa forces are finally about to ignite the great conflict. Tokiyuki is appointed commander-in-chief, taking command of the “Kamakura Party,” a unit formed from surviving retainers of the Hojo clan—while keeping his true identity hidden. Can he prove himself worthy as a leader to those who feel uneasy about serving under a child?

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