Samurai Champloo

Aired: 2004 - 2005

A samurai action anime produced by Manglobe, directed by Shinichiro Watanabe as an original work. Set in the Edo period, the story follows three unlikely companions: Mugen with his wild fighting style, Jin with his refined swordsmanship, and Fuu, a girl searching for "the samurai who smells of sunflowers." Their bizarre journey begins after a dine-and-dash incident. The series is defined by its innovative fusion of period drama and hip-hop culture, with a soundtrack by Nujabes and others that colors the world. Its one-of-a-kind blend of sword fighting and breakdancing generated passionate fans worldwide across 26 episodes.