Samurai Champloo (2004-2005)
EndedAnimation showComedy, Action, Adventure, Anime
From the makers of Cowboy Bebop comes Samurai Champloo! Sometime during the 17th-19th century, during the Japanese "Edo era", two Samurai Warriors known as Mugen and Jin, have a chance meeting with a 15 year old girl named Fuu. Through a series of events, Fuu leads the warriors on a quest into several differant Japanese locations to find the samurai who smells of sunflowers. Little do the 3 unique characters realize just where fate will take them through situations of sex, violence, and drugs.
Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 18:00 (25 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S01E26 | Evanescent Encounter (Part 3) | Mar 19, 2005 |
| S01E25 | Evanescent Encounter (Part 2) | Mar 12, 2005 |
| S01E24 | Evanescent Encounter (Part 1) | Mar 5, 2005 |
| S01E23 | Baseball Blues | Feb 26, 2005 |
| S01E22 | Cosmic Collisions | Feb 19, 2005 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
What was the premiere date of Samurai Champloo?
Samurai Champloo premiered on May 19, 2004.
Who are the main characters of the show?
The main characters of Samurai Champloo are Mugen, Jin, and Fuu.
What is the setting of the show?
The show is set in Edo-era Japan.
How did Fuu meet Mugen and Jin?
Fuu saved Mugen and Jin from execution and asked for their help in finding a samurai who smells like sunflowers.
What is the significance of the samurai who smells like sunflowers?
The samurai who smells like sunflowers is important to Fuu because he is her father.
What is Mugen's fighting style?
Mugen's fighting style is a fusion of traditional Okinawan karate, capoeira, and hip-hop dance.
What is Jin's fighting style?
Jin's fighting style is based on traditional Japanese kenjutsu.
Who is the main antagonist of the show?
The main antagonist of Samurai Champloo is Kariya Kagetoki.
What is the significance of the music in the show?
The music in Samurai Champloo is a fusion of hip-hop and traditional Japanese music, reflecting the show's blending of different cultural elements.
What is the significance of the show's title?
The show's title, Samurai Champloo, comes from the Okinawan word "chanpur\u016b," which means "mixed" or "blended." This reflects the show's blending of different cultural and historical elements.
What is the role of the shogunate in the show's plot?
The shogunate appears as a powerful entity that the main characters must navigate around or escape from in order to achieve their goals.
Who is the voice actor for Mugen?
Mugen is voiced by actor Kazuya Nakai.
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Also known as
- Samurai Champloo (United States)
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