Exciting news for fans of the Rurouni Kenshin series! The highly anticipated second season, titled “Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story – Kyoto Rebellion”, is set to begin airing in October 2024. During Aniplex Online Fest 2024, held on Monday, September 16, new information about the upcoming season was revealed, generating huge buzz in the anime community.
Saito Soma and Furukawa Makoto Take the Stage
During the event, two of the anime’s lead voice actors, Saito Soma (who voices Kenshin Himura) and Furukawa Makoto (who voices Makoto Shishio), graced the stage to discuss the latest updates. Fans were treated to a lively conversation between the two as they shared their thoughts on the new developments in the series.
New Cast and Third Promotional Video Unveiled
The third promotional video for “Kyoto Rebellion” was officially unveiled during the fest. This exciting trailer confirmed the addition of Haruka Tomatsu, Wataru Hatano, and Nobuhiko Okamoto as part of Shishio’s faction, bringing even more star power to the already impressive cast.
Opening Theme “Iranai Mono” by Tatsuya Kitani and Natori
Along with the new cast announcements, the opening theme song for the first season of “Kyoto Rebellion” was revealed. The song, titled “Iranai Mono”, is a collaboration between Tatsuya Kitani and Natori, and it promises to capture the intensity and emotional depth of the new season. Fans were thrilled to hear a sneak preview of this powerful track.
New Key Visual and Hiko Seijuro Character Reveal
In addition to the trailer, a brand-new key visual for the second season was showcased. The visual included a stunning character design for Hiko Seijuro, Kenshin’s master, voiced by Yuichi Nakamura. Fans have eagerly awaited the full reveal of Seijuro’s character after hearing his voice in the first season, and this new visual certainly did not disappoint.
First Season Recap Broadcast on Fuji TV
To help viewers catch up before the release of “Kyoto Rebellion”, it was announced that the first season, titled “Jomaku Tokyo”, will be broadcast as a condensed compilation on Fuji TV. The 24-episode season will be split into two parts, providing a comprehensive recap for both new and returning fans.
Message from the Cast
To close out the event, Saito Soma delivered a heartfelt message on behalf of the cast, thanking fans for their support and promising that the upcoming season will be filled with excitement, action, and emotional depth.
Event Details
- Date: Monday, September 16, 2024
- Time: 12:00 PM (Japan Standard Time)
- Viewing Method: Online streaming only
- Broadcast Platform: Aniplex official YouTube channel
- Organizer: Aniplex Inc.
- Co-Organizer: Sony Music Entertainment Japan
- Streaming Availability: Global (with some regional exceptions)
- Event Site: Available on the official Aniplex website and Aniplex event page on X (formerly Twitter)
This event provided a wealth of information and built up anticipation for the October 2024 release of “Rurouni Kenshin: Meiji Swordsman Romantic Story – Kyoto Rebellion”. Fans can now look forward to experiencing the next chapter of Kenshin’s story, packed with new characters, intense action, and the emotional depth that has made the series a beloved classic.
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