Samurai Champloo is an anime series set in an alternate Edo-period Japan, following a rogue trio—Mugen, Jin, and Fuu—as they embark on a quest in search of a mysterious samurai. The series blends ...

2004 was truly a banner year for anime. While classic and beloved series like Naruto, One Piece, and Bleach continued their dizzying ascent, new series such as Paranoia Agent and Monster were pushing ...

Samurai may have mostly faded from Japan at the turn of the 20th century, but the mark they left on Japanese society is indelible. The image of honour-bound swordsmen has inspired countless novels, ...