Miyamoto Musashi

A solemn, deliberate samurai journey that lingers on loss and self-discipline, with bursts of swordplay and a quiet pull toward growth.

Created by

Eiji Yoshikawa

Genres

Action & adventure

Starring

Takuya Kimura, Ikki Sawamura, Saki Takaoka

Overview

Musashi Miyamoto left his village and ended up fighting in the battle of Sekigahara with his friend Matahachi, but Musashi Miyamoto lost Matahachi. He goes back to the village to inform Matahachi's family about what happened. At the village, he is persecuted by people there. Musashi Miyamoto becomes worn down physically and mentally. At this time, Soho Takuan appears in front of Musashi Miyamoto. He then rebuilds his life with his sword. Musashi begins to travel for warrior training. He meets many masters of the sword and grows as a person.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic, tense and uplifting. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, redemption, grief, isolation

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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