Kaze no Youjinbou

Kaze no Youjinbou (2001-2002)

EndedAnimation showAnime, Mystery

In this modern day reimagining of Akira Kurosawa's film Yojimbo, Jyouji ("George") Kodama has arrived in Kimujuku, a town distinctly divided by two rival factions, in order to search for a man named Genzo Araki. Unable to find him, he instead finds that Kimujuku's residents are hiding something, and begins working for the town's factions in an effort to uncover the secret.

Note that English episode titles were created for International release in 2004, but they do not correspond to any official Japanese ones, since none existed. Some later Japanese DVD releases or reprints retroactively listed English titles or katakana approximations, but these were based on the English version. Original Japanese release just had episode numbers included (第1話 ... 第25話), there were no official or any other episode titles prior to International localized release several years later which added titles on their own, and not based on Japanese ones, which were non-existent.

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Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E25Episode 25Mar 19, 2002
S01E24Episode 24Mar 12, 2002
S01E23Episode 23Mar 5, 2002
S01E22Episode 22Feb 26, 2002
S01E21Episode 21Feb 19, 2002
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Kaze No Yojimbo' premiere?

'Kaze No Yojimbo' premiered in the year 2001.

Who directed 'Kaze No Yojimbo'?

The TV show 'Kaze No Yojimbo' was directed by Hayato Date.

What genre does 'Kaze No Yojimbo' belong to?

'Kaze No Yojimbo' falls under the genre of crime and drama.

What is the setting of 'Kaze No Yojimbo'?

'Kaze No Yojimbo' is set in a small town called Kimujuku.

Who is the protagonist of 'Kaze No Yojimbo'?

The main character of 'Kaze No Yojimbo' is a mysterious bodyguard named George Kodama.

What is the main storyline of 'Kaze No Yojimbo'?

'Kaze No Yojimbo' follows the story of George Kodama as he unravels the dark secrets of the town Kimujuku.

Are there any supernatural elements in 'Kaze No Yojimbo'?

No, 'Kaze No Yojimbo' does not incorporate any supernatural elements into its storyline.

Who are some of the supporting characters in 'Kaze No Yojimbo'?

Some of the supporting characters in 'Kaze No Yojimbo' include the town's mayor, its police force, and various townspeople.

How many episodes does 'Kaze No Yojimbo' have?

'Kaze No Yojimbo' consists of a total of 25 episodes.

Is 'Kaze No Yojimbo' based on any source material?

Yes, 'Kaze No Yojimbo' is loosely based on Akira Kurosawa's film 'Yojimbo.'

Does 'Kaze No Yojimbo' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Kaze No Yojimbo' features guest appearances by renowned actors such as Masashi Sugawara and Tetsuya Bessho.

Does 'Kaze No Yojimbo' have any notable awards or nominations?

Unfortunately, there are no notable awards or nominations associated with 'Kaze No Yojimbo.'

What is the tone of 'Kaze No Yojimbo'?

'Kaze No Yojimbo' maintains a dark and gritty tone throughout its episodes.

Does 'Kaze No Yojimbo' explore any social or political themes?

Yes, 'Kaze No Yojimbo' delves into themes of corruption, power dynamics, and justice within the small town setting.

How would you describe the pacing of 'Kaze No Yojimbo'?

'Kaze No Yojimbo' has a slow-burn pacing that gradually builds up suspense and intrigue.

Is 'Kaze No Yojimbo' available for streaming?

As of my knowledge, 'Kaze No Yojimbo' is not available for streaming on popular platforms.

Also known as

  • Kaze no Yojimbo (United States)
  • 旋風の用心棒 (Japan)

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