Updated on October 8, 4:00 p.m. (GMT+8): Added latest episode.
A revenge story worth watching from start to finish, don’t miss out on any of the Elusive Samurai episodes with this episodic master list.
This anime has surprised anime fans with its exciting blend of historical drama and action-packed adventure, following the perilous journey of the young Hojo Tokiyuki as he seeks revenge and redemption.
Here’s a complete list of all available Elusive Samurai episodes including episode summaries, release dates, and where to watch the anime.
What is Elusive Samurai about?
Hojo Tokiyuki, once heir to a powerful clan, is thrust into a world of exile and peril after the treacherous Ashikaga Takauji usurps the Kamakura shogunate.
With his family slaughtered and his legacy stolen, Tokiyuki becomes a hunted fugitive. Forced to abandon his privileged life, he navigates a treacherous landscape, relying on his wit and survival instincts to evade capture.
Driven by a burning desire for revenge, Tokiyuki assembles a loyal band of followers, training relentlessly to reclaim his birthright. Together, they face countless dangers, from ruthless assassins to powerful warlords, as they inch closer to their ultimate goal: restoring the Hojo clan to its former glory and bringing Ashikaga Takauji to justice.
All Elusive Samurai episodes and their release schedule
Elusive Samurai episodes premiered on streaming services globally on July 6, 2024, with new episodes airing every Saturday 9 a.m. Pacific Time (PT).
| EPISODE NUMBER | EPISODE TITLE | DESCRIPTION | RELEASE DATE |
| 1 | May 22nd | Reluctant heir Hōjō Tokiyuki faces a prophecy of greatness while his world crumbles with the fall of the Kamakura shogunate, leading to a fateful encounter that forces him to confront his destiny and embrace a life of survival and conflict. | July 6, 2024 |
| 2 | The Gentle Uncle | Betrayed by his uncle, Tokiyuki endures the horrific news of his brother’s capture and subsequent execution. Driven by grief and a thirst for vengeance, he joins forces with loyal allies to confront the traitor. | July 13, 2024 |
| 3 | A Forest Inhabited by a God | Tokiyuki begins intense training under Yorishige, a mysterious mentor with unconventional methods. Joined by a strange group of companions, Tokiyuki faces their first major test against a formidable ox demon. | July 20, 2024 |
| 4 | Sadamune Appears! | Takauji Ashikaga usurped the throne and consolidated power by appointing Sadamune Ogasawara to hunt down the Hojo clan. Tokiyuki, grappling with his training, faced Sadamune in an archery competition, losing narrowly but gaining a newfound determination to improve his skills. | July 27, 2024 |
| 5 | Settling the Score! A Dog-Shooting Competition and Then… | In a gripping showdown, Sadamune, a martial arts expert, faces Tokiyuki, who, despite being injured and behind in points, uses his unique fighting style of “running away” to gradually close in on his opponent. As the outcome of their battle remains uncertain, rumors of a notorious thief arrive from afar, adding to the intrigue. | August 3, 2024 |
| 6 | Steal the Imperial Command from Ogasawara’s Residence at Night | Kazama Genba, a skilled thief, and Tokiyuki infiltrate Ogasawara’s mansion to steal the imperial edict but are detected by Ichikawa Sukefusa’s keen hearing. As they face Sukefusa’s deadly abilities, the two are pushed to their limits, revealing their true natures in the life-threatening situation. | August 10, 2024 |
| 7 | Children in Winter | Tokiyuki and his group learn that the Sawa Grand Shrine has already been attacked, with only the combat-capable children left to defend it after all the adults were killed. Meanwhile, Sadamune Ogasawara plots to take over the Sawa territory with Shokan’s help, as Tokiyuki seeks assistance from Fubuki to protect the village from further invasion. | August 17, 2024 |
| 8 | A War of Hide and Seek | Tokiyuki Hojo and his group devised a plan to defend the Sawa Grand Temple from Shokan’s mercenaries, with Fubuki teaching Tokiyuki a new evasive fighting style. Despite setting traps that weakened the raiders, Shokan’s Byakkotsu Seigi force broke through and eliminated the reinforcements. In the end, Tokiyuki faced Shokan in a duel, wounding him with a secret technique learned from Fubuki. | August 24, 2024 |
| 9 | My Buddha | Despite his injury, Shokan continues attacking Tokiyuki but collapses, while the Elusive Warriors defeat his lieutenants. Sadamune rescues Shokan, grants him a title, and forbids further crimes, while Fubuki learns Tokiyuki’s true identity and joins the Elusive Warriors. | August 31, 2024 |
| 10 | A Perverted Kid and Disturbances of Holy Power | After completing secret errands for Yorishige to restore his divination powers, Tokiyuki is mistakenly seen as a pervert by his allies, much to his frustration. Meanwhile, Takauji sends his brother Tadayoshi to strengthen Kamakura’s defenses, suspecting Tokiyuki’s intentions, while Tadayoshi grows uneasy about Takauji’s behavior. | September 14, 2024 |
| 11 | Samurais Who Are Eager to Die and an Elusive Samurai | In April, during the wheat harvest, tax collector Kiyohara confiscates all the villagers’ grains, killing any who resist. Hoshina Yasaburo leads a doomed revolt, but Tokiyuki and the Elusive Warriors intervene, assisting in the battle and later convincing Yasaburo to retreat. As Sukefusa chases the retreating forces, Tokiyuki and his allies execute a strategy to ensure their safe escape. | September 21, 2024 |
| 12 | Hang in There, Tokiyuki, Until the Day You Retake Kamakura | With the Elusive Warriors’ aid, Yasaburo’s troops protect women and children while holding off Yonemaru’s forces. Kojiro defeats Yonemaru but is overwhelmed by his strength. Fubuki warns Kiyohara of his incompetence and scares him into retreat, believing reinforcements are coming. Yasaburo and his allies return to the Suwa temple, where they are greeted by Yorishige, Shizuku, and Ayako. | September 28, 2024 |
The release date, times, and schedule for international viewers vary depending on their time zone.
| THE ELUSIVE SAMURAI EPISODES RELEASE SCHEDULE TIME ZONES | TIME |
| JST (Japanese Standard Time) | 1 a.m. |
| GMT+8 | 12 a.m. |
| ET (Eastern Time) | 12 p.m. |
| CT (Central Time) | 11 a.m. |
| GMT (Western European Time) | 4 p.m. |
| CET (Central European Time) | 6 p.m. |
| IST (Indian Standard Time) | 9:30 p.m. |
Where to watch all Elusive Samurai episodes
Catch all the latest Elusive Samurai episodes on Crunchyroll and Netflix.
Availability may differ depending on your region.
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