Watch Gifu Dodo!! Kanetsugu and Keiji

2013
1 Season
6.6 (21)

Gifu Dodo!! Kanetsugu and Keiji is a Japanese television series based on the adventures of two legendary samurais, Naoe Kanetsugu and Maeda Keiji. The show premiered on TV TOKYO on October 2, 2020, and ran for a total of 12 episodes. The series is set in the late 16th century during the Sengoku period, a time of political upheaval and constant warfare in Japan. The story follows the exploits of Kanetsugu and Keiji as they navigate the complicated world of samurai politics, battle powerful enemies, and protect their allies.

Kanetsugu is a retainer of the Uesugi clan, one of the most powerful samurai clans in Japan at the time. He is known for his loyalty, integrity, and his skill with the spear. Keiji, on the other hand, is a colorful and flamboyant warrior who is more interested in enjoying life than adhering to strict samurai codes of conduct. Despite their differences, the two become fast friends and embark on a series of adventures together.

The show is packed with action, drama, and humor, as Kanetsugu and Keiji face off against a variety of foes. They battle rival samurai clans, powerful warlords, and even supernatural creatures like demons and ghosts. Along the way, they meet a cast of colorful characters, including other samurai, peasants, and merchants. The series also explores deeper themes like loyalty, honor, and the meaning of true strength.

One of the key strengths of Gifu Dodo!! Kanetsugu and Keiji is its dynamic characters. Kanetsugu is a stoic and noble warrior who is always true to his word. He takes his duties as a retainer seriously, and will do anything to protect his lord and his allies. Keiji, on the other hand, is a lovable rogue who loves to party and have a good time. He often clashes with Kanetsugu over their different values, but the two always have each other's backs when it counts.

The show also features a strong supporting cast, including Uesugi Kagekatsu, the lord of the Uesugi clan, and Maeda Toshiie, a powerful samurai who is Keiji's former master. Other notable characters include Oichi, a fearsome warrior who is feared by all who cross her, and Otokojuku, a group of rough-and-tumble fighters who become allies of Kanetsugu and Keiji.

One of the most impressive aspects of the show is its attention to detail when it comes to historical accuracy. The series is based on real historical figures, and the setting and costumes are all faithful to the Sengoku period. This gives the show a sense of authenticity that is rare in historical dramas.

Another highlight of the show is its action scenes. The battles are expertly choreographed, and the fight scenes are both thrilling and visually impressive. Whether they're battling hordes of enemy soldiers or facing off against supernatural creatures, Kanetsugu and Keiji always manage to come out on top through their skill and ingenuity.

Despite its historical setting, Gifu Dodo!! Kanetsugu and Keiji is a show that will appeal to fans of all genres. Its mix of action, drama, and humor makes it a fun and entertaining watch, while its themes of loyalty and honor give it a deeper emotional resonance. If you're a fan of samurai stories, historical dramas, or just good old-fashioned action, this is definitely a show worth checking out.

Gifu Dodo!! Kanetsugu and Keiji is a series that ran for 1 seasons (25 episodes) between July 2, 2013 and on TV TOKYO

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25. E 25

December 17, 2013

Shimosaka Sagen and a force of 300 Iga ninjas await Kanetsugu at the cemetery of Mount Koya. Though Kanetsugu and party seem to be doomed, his secret scheme proves efficacious. Sagen decides to reject his affiliation with Tokugawa, and determines to fight Kanetsugu one on one. KanetsuguÕs actions are strange; he takes an iron fan in hand, and begins to dance. The battle for the Jizo Bodhisattva, which contains critical secrets of Uesugi, comes to its righteous conclusion.

24. E 24

December 10, 2013

At an inn on their way, Sakon informs Kanetsugu about Hideyoshios ailment, and speaks of his dream as a strategist. Early in the morning as they are about to leave the inn, a giant body shows up, with white fur smeared in blood.

23. E 23

December 3, 2013

Nobunaga's Ninja Ban Tarozaemon gives clues to Jirobo and Sagen about the whereabouts of the Jizo Bodhisattva statue, respectively in two parts. Jirobo finds himself all alone as he takes a trip to the mountains with an entire Iga Ninja army, as he must guard Kanetsugu's secret.

22. E 22

November 26, 2013

Jirobo, Sagen, Ieyasu, and Shima Sakon: All men with different motives, but they all have one thing in common - they are in pursuit of KenshinÕs Jizo-Bodhisattva statue. Jirobo gets closest to the clue of its whereabouts, and he sends Kanetsugu a report. Jirobo had been on the verge of death, but was saved by White Cloud; now he goes to Daiyoin, TaehimeÕs sister, where he is told a shocking fact by Daiyoin. Kanetsugu reads JiroboÕs report, and sighs ... Oda Nobunaga was in possession of the Jizo Bodhisattva!

21. E 21

November 19, 2013

Hideyoshi’s strategy is ruthless. 15,000 troops of the allied forces of Toyotomi storm Hachioji Castle. Even the women and children are not spared; the utterly gruesome rout is over in a single day. Hojo Ujimasa and Ujinao get the news of their fallen castle, and lose their will to fight when Hideyoshi’s Ishigaki Castle suddenly appears. Kanetsugu questions Kagekatsu about their lopsided victory ...

20. E 20

November 12, 2013

Jirobo was trapped by Sagen and Iga Ninjas; Jirob’s on the verge of death, but he's saved by a bizarre demon-entity. The secret Jirobo is guarding is of that kind of magnitude. It all started further back in time, in 1559, when Nagao Kagetora -eventually called Uesugi Kenshin- and Taehime, the Chief Advisor Konoe Sakahisa’s younger sister, had a small exchange of mutual feelings ...

19. E 19

November 5, 2013

Tokugawa Ieyasu lies in wait for the Uesugi army as they march toward Hachioji Castle. Ieyasu apologizes to Kanetsugu for Ii’s disgraceful conduct, then suddenly stares into Kanetsugu’s face. On the other hand, Kagekatsu and Kanetsugu infer Tokugawa’s scheme, and dispatch Ninja Jirobo to protect Kenshin’s Bodhisattva statue. However, Jirobo gets abducted by Sagen. Jirobo is in a dangerous predicament, but a giant, armor-clad beast enters the scene ...

18. E 18

October 29, 2013

Date Masamune arrives at the battleground from Oshu, but arrives too late to Odawara; his delinquency angers Hideyoshi, who sentences him to stay confined in Hakone. Prior to the siege of Hachioji Castle, Kanetsugu visits the Hakone hot springs to assess Kojuro’s intentions. But here comes Kojuro’s lord, Date Masamune himself, who raises his fists to the moonlit sky: “I will eventually be ruler”!

17. E 17

October 22, 2013

The vassals of the Tokugawa clan scheme to uncover Kenshin’s hidden offspring. “Have you heard of ‘gem eyes’”? An eye is drawn on the back of polished crystal, then inserted into the eye-sockets of the Bodhisattva statue; they are said to resemble real eyes. Kenshin supposedly commanded the crafting of gem-eyes as a memorial offering to Taehime. Now if those gem-eyes have the same characteristic as Kanetsugu’s eyes ... so laughs Ii Naomasa, audaciously.

16. E 16

October 15, 2013

April, 1590: Hideyoshi finally launches his campaign to conquer Hojo’s Odawara Castle. Meanwhile, Kanetsugu and the Uesugi forces attack Matsuida Castle, but due to Hojo’s vassal Daido Masashige’s strong defense, a stalemate of advancing and retreating ensues. Kanetsugu has a secret plan, however; he takes a dog with him and enters the mountains. That moonlit night above a hill, Kanetsugu hears beautiful sounds of someone playing a flute.

15. E 15

October 8, 2013

Hojo Ujimasa, the fief lord of Odawara violates orders and captures the castle of the Sanada clan, forcing Hideyoshi to command the Tokugawa, Uesugi, and Date clans to attack Odawara. Otani Yoshitsugu, the man who persuaded Ieyasu to join his side, visits Kanetsugu. Otani, wounded, requests an answer ...

14. E 14

October 1, 2013

Mosuke and Jirobo have some drinks and have a conversation before the moon about their lord, Naoe Kanetsugu and his adventures up until this point.

13. E 13

September 24, 2013

Kanetsugu and Keiji survive the audience with the Chief Advisor, but his page is not satisfied with something and confronts Kanetsugu. Ishida Mitsunari talks about meeting Oda Nobunaga and everyone prepares for the next big battle that awaits them.

12. E 12

September 17, 2013

Keiji greets Hideyoshi with an outrageous topknot, and is showing blatant disrespect to the Chief Advisor in his greeting. This alone is enough for Hideyoshi to take his life, and the powerful page he had readied is about to strike, but then something unexpected happens...

11. E 11

September 10, 2013

Kanetsugu and Keiji's audience with Hideyoshi is drawing nearer. Keiji has his own idea on what he's going to do, and Mitsunari has made his own arrangements to try to ensure that Keiji doesn't do anything to get him killed. But then Keiji finally appears in front of Hideyoshi...

10. E 10

September 3, 2013

Kanetsugu and Keiji finally make it to Kyoto, despite knowing that they are falling right into Hideyoshi's trap. Kanetsugu meets up with Keiji, who is visiting the courtesan, Usugumo. Keiji knows that all he has to do to win this battle, is to lower his head to Hideyoshi, but his pride is giving him a hard time doing that. Meanwhile, Usugumo shows them that they aren't the only eccentrics...

9. E 9

August 27, 2013

Kanetsugu and Keiji continue to recount their many adventures when they were younger. Keiji asks Kanetsugu how he got to know his spear-bearer, Mosuke. Kanetsugu tells him about their meeting and the sad past that ended up connecting them for the rest of their lives.

8. E 8

August 20, 2013

Hideyoshi hasn't given up on trying to get his hands on Echigo. This time, he tries to use Maeda Keiji to bring down the Uesugi clan and get his hands on the province. Kanetsugu is informed of this by an unlikely source, and he plans to head into another battle of wits with Hideyoshi and Keiji joins him, despite their lives being at stake once again...

7. E 7

August 13, 2013

Kanetsugu and Keiji discuss with the ghost of Nobunaga on what happened with Kanetsugu bringing the folding fan back to Echigo. A young Kanetsugu, otherwise known as Higuchi Yoroku, went back to Echigo, preparing for his possible death when he learned of his true lineage. He meets with the father who raised him, Higuchi Souemon, and they both go to see Uesugi Kenshin's older sister, Sentouin, where he learns the entire truth of his past.

6. E 6

August 6, 2013

The battle in Sado concludes with Uesugi's victory. As Kanetsugu and Keiji recall wrapping things up in Sado, they then remember another incident that threatened the fate of the Uesugi clan. When Kanetsugu was younger, he had visited Oda Nobunaga. Nobunaga gives him a folding fan, but also gives Kanetsugu some startling news...

5. E 5

July 30, 2013

Knowing that they are in a trap set by the Chief Advisor, Kanetsugu has something up his own sleeve. The North and South armies of Sado continue their farce of a battle and the North sends in farmers dressed up as soldiers into the river to get shot. This adds to the rage of Keiji and Kanetsugu and this pushes them to finally make their move to take Sado.

4. E 4

July 23, 2013

The Uesugi army, led by Naoe Kanetsugu and Uesugi Kagekatsu arrive to Sado island, despite being aware that . They meet with the head of one of Honma clans, Honma Takatsuna of the Kawarada-Honma clan that rules over northern Sado. He seems to cooperate with the Uesugi army, but once they try to commence a battle with the other Honma clan, the Uesugi army realizes just how dangerous the two feuding families might be... especially together. However, Kanetsugu has something up his sleeve as well...

3. E 3

July 16, 2013

Kagekatsu is summoned by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and is ordered to conquer the Sado Province. Kanetsugu suspects it may be a trap, but accompanies his lord and prepares to head to Sado. Kanetsugu tells Keiji that he has to leave for a while, and is disappointed because he had a surprise he wanted to show him, but Keiji has his own surprise planned...

2. E 2

July 9, 2013

The uwanariuchi is about to take place and someone doesn't want Kanetsugu to get involved. Could Maeda Keiji be behind all of this or...

1. E 1

July 2, 2013

Naoe Kanetsugu and Maeda Keiji: two legendary samurai share a drink and look back on the time they first met over sake.

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Gifu Dodo!! Kanetsugu and Keiji is available for streaming on the TV TOKYO website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Gifu Dodo!! Kanetsugu and Keiji on demand at Amazon Prime.