Himura Kenshin’s journey continues in the revived Rurouni Kenshin. As the anime is now on the second part of the Tokyo Arc, it has revealed the new cast members joining the series, along with a new trailer and preview still. Not only that but major Episode 8 details are also unveiled.
Rurouni Kenshin is based on the manga series of the same name by Nobuhiro Watsuki. It’s the second anime adaptation of the manga after the original series in 1996-1998. The new series is directed by Hideyo Yamamoto, animated by Liden Films, and premiered in July 2023. Now, Rurouni Kenshin Episode 8 is coming.
The anime’s official website has dropped the new trailer and preview still for the beginning of Tokyo Arc’s second part. The previews feature the new characters fans are about to meet, led by the genius young Okashira, Aoshi. You can see the trailer below:
Who are the new cast members of Rurouni Kenshin?
Rurouni Kenshin has also unveiled the new cast members who will soon be heard in the anime. They will join the OG cast led by Soma Saito as Himura Kenshin. You can check the list below:
Ryotaro Okiayu as Han”nya
Hiroyuki Yoshino as Beshimi
Fukushi Ochiai as Hyottoko
Toru Inada as Shikijo
What will happen in Rurouni Kenshin Episode 8?
Rurouni Kenshin Episode 8 will be titled Escape Beauty. Here, Sanosuke’s friend has died because of an opium overdose. However, considering this drug is prohibited and expensive, it’s a surprise how Sanosuke’s pal managed to obtain it.
The new episode will also introduce a mysterious woman named Mekumi Tagani, who suddenly appears in front of Kenshin and Sanosuke. You can read the synopsis below:
Sanosuke's friend died from an opium overdose. However, opium is a prohibited drug and is expensive to buy, making it unaffordable for ordinary people. A mysterious woman, Megumi Takani, appears in front of Kenshin and Sanosuke who are wondering why. Kenshin and the others repel Takeda Kanryu's private army, which is trying to capture Megumi. But Megumi has opium...
When and where to watch Rurouni Kenshin Episode 8
Rurouni Kenshin Episode 8 will be released on Fuji TV on August 25 at 12:55 AM JST. It can also be seen on Crunchyroll. However, the release time varies depending on the region. You can check the schedule below:
Pacific Standard Time: 8:55 AM
Eastern Standard Time: 11:55 AM
Greenwich Mean Time: 3:55 PM
Central European Time: 4:55 PM
Indian Standard Time: 9:25 PM
Philippine Standard Time: 11:55 PM
Australia Central Standard Time: 2:25 AM
The beginning of Tokyo Arc’s second part excites fans. And with the addition of new mysterious characters, their TV viewing will surely be worthwhile.
