Samurai Sensei

Samurai Sensei (2015)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

In 1865, Hanpeita Takechi belongs to political activist group Shishi. He is then imprisoned and ordered to kill himself for disrespecting the Lord. When Hanpeita Takechi is about to carry out the suicide, he suddenly finds himself asleep in the middle of a country road. He is now in present day Japan, but he has no idea how he got here. Hanpeita Takechi wants to go back, but he is stuck in the remote rural area. Meanwhile, villagers are embarrassed by Hanpeita's appearance. Haruka Saeki works at a public office there and she hears about Hanpeita Takechi. Haruka Saeki finds him at the supermarket.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 23:15 (50 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08Episode 8Dec 11, 2015
S01E07Episode 7Dec 4, 2015
S01E06Episode 6Nov 27, 2015
S01E05Episode 5Nov 20, 2015
S01E04Episode 4Nov 13, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Samurai Sensei premiere?

Samurai Sensei premiered on October 23, 2015.

Who are the main characters in Samurai Sensei?

The main characters in Samurai Sensei include Takuma Sasaki, Akira Sakamoto, and Ayako Baba.

What is the genre of Samurai Sensei?

Samurai Sensei falls under the genre of drama and comedy.

Where does Samurai Sensei take place?

Samurai Sensei is set in a high school in Japan.

What is the premise of Samurai Sensei?

Samurai Sensei follows the story of a samurai who time-travels to the present day and becomes a high school teacher.

Who directed Samurai Sensei?

Samurai Sensei was directed by Osamu Katayama.

Is Samurai Sensei based on a manga or a novel?

Yes, Samurai Sensei is based on a manga of the same name written by Esusuke Kuroe.

What is the running time of each episode of Samurai Sensei?

Each episode of Samurai Sensei has a running time of approximately 45 minutes.

Does Samurai Sensei have any notable guest stars?

Yes, Samurai Sensei features guest appearances by actors such as Kento Yamazaki and Fumi Nikaido.

What is the overall theme of Samurai Sensei?

The overall theme of Samurai Sensei revolves around the clash between traditional values and modern society.

How many episodes does Samurai Sensei have?

Samurai Sensei consists of 8 episodes in total.

What is the target audience for Samurai Sensei?

Samurai Sensei is primarily targeted towards a younger audience, particularly teenagers and young adults.

Is Samurai Sensei available for streaming on any popular platforms?

Yes, Samurai Sensei is available for streaming on platforms such as Netflix and Hulu.

Did Samurai Sensei receive any awards or nominations?

While Samurai Sensei did not receive any major awards or nominations, it was well-received by audiences and garnered positive reviews.

Does Samurai Sensei feature any notable soundtracks?

Yes, Samurai Sensei features a captivating soundtrack composed by Yugo Kanno.

Is Samurai Sensei a standalone series or part of a franchise?

Samurai Sensei is a standalone series and is not part of any existing franchise.

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Also known as

  • サムライせんせい (Japan)
  • Samurai Teacher (United Kingdom)

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