For a chance at a pardon, a ninja assassin joins other condemned criminals on a journey to a mysterious island to retrieve an elixir of immortality.
Cast: Chiaki Kobayashi, Yumiri Hanamori, Ryohei Kimura
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Season 1
25 episodes
1. The Death Row Convict and the ExecutionerGabimaru, a ninja member of a clan of assassins, is sentenced to death. He claims to have nothing to tie him to life, yet no method of execution manages to end his life. His meeting with Sagiri Yamada Asaemon, who seems to be investigating him, will change everything.TV-14CC25minApr 1, 2023
2. Screening and ChoosingThe condemned criminals are gathered on the beach to prepare for the expedition to Shinsenkyo, but first, they must reduce their numbers.TV-14CC25minApr 8, 2023
3. Weakness and StrengthGabimaru, Sagiri, and the others arrive on Shinsenkyo, and their battle for survival begins.TV-14CC25minApr 15, 2023
4. Hell and ParadiseGabimaru and Sagiri are in trouble during their first fight against the island's mysterious creatures. Gabimaru is unaware of these monstrosities and this puts him at a disadvantage in battle. The sudden arrival of Yuzuriha, the female ninja, will change the situation, but Gabimaru does not see clearly in her game.TV-14CC25minApr 22, 2023
5. The Samurai and the WomanGabimaru and Sagiri's group cross paths with another Yamada Asaemon, Genji, who takes a dim view of Sagiri's involvement in the present matter. Meanwhile, Yamada Asaemon Tenza tries to find a way off the island along with his charge, Nurugai.TV-14CC25minApr 29, 2023
6. Heart and ReasonRokurota starts to cause serious problems for Sagiri and Gabimaru, and now they must think of a strategy to defeat him!TV-14CC25minMay 6, 2023
7. Flowers and OfferingsChobe and Toma encounter people unlike any they've ever encountered before. Gabimaru and Sagiri's party finally meet people who live on the island.TV-14CC25minMay 13, 2023
8. Student and MasterTenza and Nurugai also encounter one of the island's strange denizens with unfathomable power. All seems lost before they encounter another Yamada Asaemon...TV-14CC25minMay 20, 2023
9. Gods and PeopleSagiri's group sets off in search of Horai. Gabimaru goes ahead and encounters the same powerful being that confronted Tenza...TV-14CC25minJun 3, 2023
10. Yin and YangMei attempts to explain something very important to Sagiri's party in the forest. Shion tries to explain how he interacts with the world to Nurugai. A mysterious servant of the Tensen tries to explain why Aza Chobe and Toma shouldn't escape.TV-14CC25minJun 10, 2023
11. Weak and StrongChobe brings new abilities to bear as he faces the Tensen's servants. A secret of Mei's is revealed to Gabimaru, hardening his resolve to fight and opening him up to a new perception of the world.TV-14CC25minJun 17, 2023
12. Umbrella and InkMu Dan confronts Sagiri's party and reveals shocking truths about the island's true nature.TV-14CC25minJun 24, 2023
13. Dreams and RealitySagiri's party faces Mu Dan's seemingly unstoppable true form. Shion does his best to rise to the challenge with his mastery of waves.TV-14CC25minJul 1, 2023
14. Dawn and ConfusionShugen and Jikka are sent to Shinsenkyo, while Gabimaru and his companions battle Aza Chobe and Toma.TV-14CC25minJan 11, 2026
15. Reality and FantasyAza Chobe and Gabimaru lose themselves in battle, but Mei stops their fight.TV-14CC24minJan 18, 2026
16. Immutability and ChangeWhile Aza Chobe battles Rien, Gabimaru regains his memories and begins training in the use of tao.TV-14CC24minJan 25, 2026
17. The Samurai Code and CarnageSagiri believes Shugen will be an ally and eagerly anticipates the expedition's arrival, but Shion is skeptical.TV-14CC24minFeb 1, 2026
18. Humans and SagesAs the expeditioners prepare, Gabimaru asks Mei if she's sure she wants to leave the island with them.TV-14CC24minFeb 8, 2026
19. Hindering and RestorationGabimaru's group finally enters the sacred mountain, but the Tensen can see everything they're up to.TV-14CC24minFeb 15, 2026
20. Two People and One PersonGantetsusai and Fuchi struggle against Tao Fa, but they seem to be enjoying themselves.TV-14CC24minFeb 22, 2026
21. Chrysanthemum and PeachWhen Tao Fa asks Ju Fa for help, Ju Fa recalls the time they spent together.TV-14CC24minMar 1, 2026
22. Love and KarmaThe expeditioners work together to take on Tao Fa and Ju Fa, who have undergone Kishikai transformations.TV-14CC24minMar 8, 2026
23. Master and StudentShion and Nurugai take on Zhu Jin, but both sides lack the ability to finish the other off.TV-14CC24minMar 15, 2026
24. Ephemeralness and FireGabimaru recalls the days he spent with Yui. How will his battle against Rien end?TV-14CC24minMar 22, 2026
25. Endings and BeginningsAs Gabimaru and his companions finish their respective battles, the additional expedition arrives.TV-14CC24minMar 29, 2026
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For a chance at a pardon, a ninja assassin joins other condemned criminals on a journey to a mysterious island to retrieve an elixir of immortality.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Yuji Kaku
- Studio
- MAPPA, Twin Engine
Maturity rating
TV-14Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
