The BEST episodes of Intrigue in the Bakumatsu: Irohanihoheto
Every episode of Intrigue in the Bakumatsu: Irohanihoheto ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Intrigue in the Bakumatsu: Irohanihoheto!
End of Edo Era - It was the time when long peaceful Tokugawa Dynasty began to be overshadowed triggered by the arrival of Westerners. During the upheaval, when youths were seeking for new age, there was an existence that brought turmoil and chaos. It was called Hasha no Kubi, or the Head of Conqueror. It was said that the person who could obtain the head could rule over the whole country.
#1 - Shureiki Unleashed
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/3/2006
Nakaiya Juubei recruits three dangerous men who quickly become possessed by demons. This causes them to lose their minds, and Youjiro must save them.
#2 - Beyond the Sea
Season 1 - Episode 26 - Aired 4/6/2007
Akizuki strives to defeat Enomoto but he must first take on both Kakunojou and Soutetsu to do it.
#3 - The Pentagon Castle Enclosure Surfaces
Season 1 - Episode 25 - Aired 3/30/2007
With Akizuki closing in on Enomoto, he uses the fearsome power of the Head of the Conqueror to defend his castle.
#4 - Irohanihoheto
Season 1 - Episode 24 - Aired 3/23/2007
Hijikata finally starts to realize that Soutetsu is up to something.
#5 - Hakodate is Red
Season 1 - Episode 23 - Aired 3/16/2007
Under the command of Kanna, the English knights launch a daring raid against Enomoto.
#6 - Chance Meeting in the North
Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 3/9/2007
Akizuki finally manages to catch up with Enomoto but, once again, Kakunojou gets in the way.
#8 - There Being Waves
Season 1 - Episode 20 - Aired 2/23/2007
Akizuki is nursed back to health by a young woman and her son.
#9 - The Pentagram of Reverse-Kaku
Season 1 - Episode 19 - Aired 2/16/2007
Kakunojou is in a state of shock regarding her actions on board the ship, but her spirits are lifted when she is reunited with the troupe.
#10 - Fate Takes a Sorrowful Turn
Season 1 - Episode 18 - Aired 2/9/2007
The English knights launch a second attack, but it ends in disaster.
#11 - Discussion Becomes Needless
Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 2/2/2007
Kakunojou and Akizuki have a difference of opinion on how to proceed against Enomoto.
#12 - Four People Traveling Together
Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 1/26/2007
Now that Kakunojou has foun dher sword, she travels north with Akizuki to reach Enomoto and the Head of the Conqueror.
#13 - The Secret Sword Resonates
Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 1/19/2007
Akizuki and Kakunojou are traveling together across Japan to find Kakunojou's new sword when they receive an interesting message.
#14 - The Conqeuror's Head Enters a Soul
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/29/2006
Soutetsu lets Juubei escape with the Conqueror's Head. Youjiro and Kakunojou chase after him, but their attempt is thwarted by the English forces. Later, a very dark and dangerous enemy is born.
#15 - Ryouma's Message
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 12/22/2006
The troupe is attacked by a group of strange ghosts, and it is up to Youjiro to save them.
#16 - The Troupe Returns to a Temporary Stage
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 12/15/2006
The troupe travels to Edo based on the information in Soutetsu's script.
#17 - Ueno Falls
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/8/2006
Juubei's death threatens to split the troupe apart.
#18 - The Black Cat Weeps
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/1/2006
Youjiro meets an old friend from his childhood, and he thinks back on his life--in particular the time he spent with Sakamoto. Meanwhile, a huge army is headed towards Yokohama.
#19 - Wishes of Revenge Finally Realised
Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/24/2006
Nakaiya Juubei finally shows himself and tries to manipulate Katsu with the Conqueror's Head. Meanwhile, Youjiro must fight Kanna to try and reach the Head before it is too late.
#20 - Soutetsu Makes His Move
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/17/2006
Soutetsu leaves the troupe and seeks out a strange object capable of summoning a demon before he meets with Nakaiya Juubei. Meanwhile, the rest of the Troupe think back to when they first met.
#21 - The Closing Performance Burneth
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/10/2006
We learn of the bloody history of Yokohama and of the even bloodier history of Youjiro's sword. Meanwhile, the troupe is creating a clever plan.
#22 - A Curious Tale of An Underhanded Scandal
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/27/2006
Yuyama becomes an increasing threat to Nakaiya Juubei; Saigo Magozou is sent to assassinate him. Youjiro's history is revealed.
#23 - To the North
Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/12/2007
Kanna has been promoted to the head of the elite English forces, and is planning an assault on Enomoto.
#24 - The Earth-Fissure Sword Mocks
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/13/2006
The assassin-bodyguard Hario follows Youjiro. Later, Youjiro agrees to travel with the kabuki troupe to offer his protection.
#25 - Poems at Sekkakurou
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/20/2006
Parkes arranges a bodyguard for Katsu. Meanwhile, Youjiro and the theatre troupe have finally caught up with their target. But even out-numbered and surrounded he puts up a good fight.