Rurouni Kenshin “The Final” and “The Beginning” theatrical poster released

Released today via the official Japanese Twitter account of the films, here is a look at the theatrical poster to the upcoming double live-action Rurouni Kenshin movies hitting later this year - aptly called “Rurouni Kenshin: The Final” and “Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning”. Once again starring Takeru Satoh as series lead Himura Kenshin and both films directed again by Keishi Otomo, the films would adapt the “Jinchu” and “Remembrance/ Tenchu” respectively - following Kenshin and his friends dealing with the vengeance of Enishi, played by Mackenyu, and then detailing Kenshin’s early days as Hitokiri Battousai and meeting his first wife Tomoe, who will be played by Junko Iwao.

Rurouni Kenshin “The Final” and “The Beginning” is set for release in Japan on July 3 and August 7 respectively.

Happy Birthday to Takeru Satoh! Rurouni Kenshin and Kamen Rider Den-O star turns 31 this year

It's hard to believe that it's been over a decade since we got to know Takeru Satoh - who burst into the Tokusatsu world scene with his starring role as Ryotaro Nogami in the "Kamen Rider Den-O" series. His popularity would only skyrocket even further when he was cast as Kenshin Himura in the live-action "Rurouni Kenshin" films, and after playing the role for three installments - one released in 2012 and two in 2014, he's back to play the slasher turned wandering swordsman in two brand new films once again directed by Keishi Otomo this year in "Rurouni Kenshin: The Final" and "Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning".

Today, March 21st, marks Satoh's 31st birthday celebration. The Rurouni Kenshin Movie Facebook page has posted a cool Behind The Scenes picture featuring the actor in Kenshin attire but wearing a robe while not filming and being followed by an assistant taking care of his wig. Also, the actor has launched a YouTube channel, with his first video being a live discussion and also talking about how long it took to film the new RK films. Also, it's in Japanese so be advised before watching! You can also visit Takeru Satoh's official website here.

【初YouTube】佐藤健『たけてれ』
Rurouni Kenshin: The Final and Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning are set to be released in Japanese theaters first on July and August of this year.

Takeru Satoh returns in the first teaser trailer for Rurouni Kenshin Final Chapter films

Fans of Rurouni Kenshin - or better known as Samurai X to western audiences - will see the finale and the origins of the legendary slasher turned wanderer later this year, as Warner Bros. Japan has officially released the first teaser trailer to "Rurouni Kenshin Saishūshō The Final" and "Rurouni Kenshin Saishūshō The Beginning " - marking the adaptations of the "Jinchu"arc that deals with Kenshin (Takeru Satoh) and his friends encountering the mysterious Enishi (Mackenyu), and the origins of the cross-shaped scar and Kenshin's time as "Battousai" during the war.

Courtesy of Warner Bros. Japan and Anime News Network, here is the trailer.


Both films, once again directed by Keishi Otomo, are based on the popular manga and anime series by Nobuhiro Watsuki, and are sequels themselves to the 2012 "Rurouni Kenshin" film as well as its "Kyoto Arc" sequels that were both released in 2014. The new "Final Chapters" films are set for release on July 3 and August 7 respectively.

Rurouni Kenshin returns with 2 movies in Summer 2020

Fans of the live-action Rurouni Kenshin/ Samurai X films are going to get very good news today, as Warner Bros. Japan has officially announced that star Takeru Satoh is returning as Himura Kenshin in the final 2 “Rurouni Kenshin” films.

According to Anime News Anime News Network, the two films -

“Jūji Kizu no Naze (Mystery of the Cross-Shaped Scar)” and “Saikyō no Teki・Enishi (Most Terrifying Enemy - Enishi)” - will adapt the prequel and the final chapters of the Kenshin story. Keishi Otomo returns to direct the films, with a Summer 2020 release planned.

Warner Bros. Japan has also opened an official website for the movies.

Rurouni Kenshin: First picture of Takeru Satoh back as Kenshin for RK sequel

After being released in theaters last year to critical acclaim, the live-action adaptation of Nobuhiko Watsuki's epic samurai Manga/ Anime Rurouni Kenshin is getting not one, but TWO sequels next year, and will see Takeru Satoh returning as the wandering samurai turned protector.

Known as "Samurai X" to western and international audiences, the new movies won't be out until the beginning of summer 2014. However, the first screenshot from the second film has finally come online, and courtesy of the RK (Samurai X) Facebook page and the Takeru Satoh blog!

It's Himura Kenshin walking inside the Kamiya Dojo. Is he expecting a fight to happen, or is something else going on? For sure, there's more action to be had now that a certain enemy of his to inherit the title of "Hitokiri Battousai" after his retirement is coming.

With Tatsuya Fujiwara of "Death Note" fame cast as "Shishio Makoto", the new sequels will be entitled "Rurouni Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire Arc" and "Rurouni Kenshin: The End of a Legend Arc". Many Kenshin fans got a taste of what a live action version of their favorite Rurouni warrior could do... And it'll definitely be more intense come the new films next year.

No official release date has been given for the sequels, but expect Rurouni Kenshin to blast into Japanese theaters first in Summer 2014, then get released internationally soon afterward.

Rurouni Kenshin shows in the RP this October via SM Cinemas!

Good things truly come to those who wait, and for Rurouni Kenshin/ Samurai X fans in the Philippines, that time is coming this October!

By way of SM Cinema's Facebook page and the millions (and millions) of RK fans reposting, Rurouni Kenshin is FINALLY coming to Philippine shores this October 17, exclusively on SM Cinemas!

UPDATE (9/12 @ 11:05PM): As of the evening of September 12, SM Cinema's Facebook page took down the original post, picture, and story advertising the release of "Rurouni Kenshin" in SM Cinemas in the Philippines. More details to follow as they arise.

UPDATE (9/13 @ 1:10AM): The film is still pushing through with its release, and an article by ZEN Otaku Honbu clarifies matters on the SM Cinema Facebook page post. The October 17 date is still tentative... But Rurouni Kenshin will indeed be showing on the RP!

Rurouni Kenshin Live Action Movie poster debuts online

With a new trailer debuting this week to hype the release of the live action Rurouni Kenshin movie in August, it seems the very first official poster has also made its way online!

There he is, Takeru Satoh (Kamen Rider Den-O) as Himura Kenshin... formerly known as Hitokiri Battousai! If you haven't seen the trailer yet, check it out here to compliment the release of this fashionably awesome new poster!

Rurouni Kenshin debuts in Japanese theaters on August 25!

Rurouni Kenshin 2nd Trailer arrives online

Via JEFusion, the second trailer for the live action adaptation of Nobuhiko Watsuki's Rurouni Kenshin. Starring Takeru Satoh of Kamen Rider Den-O fame as Kenshin Himura, the movie will focus on the first story arc with Kenshin's introduction and eventually squaring off against Jine, the Oniwabanshu, and Saito Hajime. Emi Takei plays Kamiya Kaoru, Munetaka Aoki will play Sagara Sanosuke, Yuu Aoi is Megumi Takani, and Taketo Tanaka will be Myojin Yahiko. Musician and actor Koji Kikkawa of Kamen Rider W fame (he played Kamen Rider Skull) will play the deadly Jine Udo, while Yosuke Eguchi will take on the role of Saito Hajime. If you haven't already, check out the second trailer below!



Rurouni Kenshin second trailer

Intended to be the first of a series of films that will also be distributed internationally, Ruroni Kenshin will be the live action realization that fans of the manga and anime series will absolutely want to see in theaters. For more information and details on the story, read up the source post at JEFusion!

Rurouni Kenshin slashes its way to theaters in Japan on August 25th!

Rurouni Kenshin Live-Action Official Pics Released!

Following up on a first-look scan released a few days ago and via a post at Anime News Network, the staff and makers of next year's upcoming live action adaptation of "Rurouni Kenshin". Also known as "Samurai X" in the US and based on the manga and anime series of the same name created by Nobuhiro Watsuki, the movie will premiere on August, and will star Takeru Satoh of Kamen Rider Den-O fame as the legendary slasher Kenshin Himura himself, with Emi Takei playing his love interest Kamiya Kaoru, who is pictured below.

More pics can be seen via the source post at ANN, so be sure to check that out as well!

The live-action movie adaptation of Rurouni Kenshin is slated for release in Japan on August 25, 2012!

Rurouni Kenshin/ Samurai X Live Action Film Confirmed!

Recently reported by Sankaku Complex and Anime News Network, it appears that Nobuhiro Watsuki's epic Manga/ Anime series Rurouni Kenshin (aka Samurai X in the US) is FINALLY getting the live action movie treatment in Japan! To be directed by Otomo Keishi, the film will also be produced and distributed by Warner Bros. Japan, and for an epic series like this, proper detail and attention like this should be rightfully given!

Kamen Rider-Den-O Opening

Cast in the titular role is Takeru Satoh, a familiar face to those who hop the Japanese live-action/ toksatsu series scene, as he's better known as Nogami Ryotaro from Kamen Rider Den-O! Above is the intro to the series, and below is a clip of him in character as Ryotaro. Take a look at it and see why I think he's a great casting choice for the role of Kenshin Himura!

Takeru Satoh as Nogami Ryotarou in Kamen Rider Den-O

He'll act like "Oro" Kenshin perfectly alright! In the article posted by ANN, the 22 year old Satoh even expresses his amusement over getting the role, being a fan of the series since elementary school and stating that it the manga "his generation grew up with". He's currently undergoing intensive sword training this month, and production for the film is slated to start this July, with a release date sometime in 2012. Can't wait for more news on this, and word is that this may even spawn into a film franchise! For more info, visit the source posts at Sankaku Complex or Anime News Network!