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2017
1 Season
7.5 (374)

Onihei is a historical anime series released in 2017, with its story based on Onihei Hankacho, a popular novel series written by ShÅtarÅ Ikenami. The series follows the life of Heizo Hasegawa, a skilled swordsman known as Onihei, who works as the head of the Arson Theft Control at the Edo Police Department in Tokyo during the Edo Period of Japan from 1603 to 1868.

The show offers a unique blend of different story arcs, each exploring a different aspect of the society during that time. The themes in this anime range from crime, politics, and family, to love, loyalty, and honor.

The series begins with Heizo Hasegawa and his team investigating a brazen heist at a wealthy merchant's mansion. The perpetrator of these crimes is Omasa, a skilled thief with a mysterious motive. The story arcs then jump between various timed incidents, where Onihei and his team are tasked with solving various crimes, including protecting a falcon and catching a serial arsonist.

The show explores various societal issues, such as the class struggle between the rich and the poor, the power dynamics in the samurai hierarchy, and the daily struggles of ordinary people. The storytelling is engaging and thought-provoking and creates an immersive experience for the viewer.

The characters in the series are dynamic and well-developed. Heizo Hasegawa is a disciplined and honorable man, who is respected by his peers and subordinates. As the head of the Arson Theft Control division, he is tasked with maintaining the peace and justice in Edo, which he takes seriously. He is also a devoted father and husband, which serves as another dimension of his personality.

Along with Heizo, there are several other characters in the series, such as Tatsuzo, a skilled swordsman who works under Heizo's command, and his daughter, Ojun, whom he deeply cares about. Other notable characters include Tatsuzo's wife, Midorikawa, and Heizo's wife, Ojun.

The animation of Onihei is exceptional, with a mix of traditional elements and modern techniques. The use of muted colors and sharp lines helps create the ambiance of the Edo period. The attention to detail in the animation is impressive and brings the world of Onihei to life.

The soundtrack of the anime is also excellent, with a mix of traditional Japanese music and modern sounds that enhance the overall theme of the show. The opening and closing themes, performed by Saori Yuki and Mamiko Noto, respectively, are well-composed, adding to the overall experience of watching the series.

In conclusion, Onihei is a well-crafted anime series that offers an intriguing blend of drama, action, and historical fiction. It provides insight into the different aspects of Japanese society during the Edo period and explores various societal issues. The story arcs are engaging, and the characters are dynamic and well-developed. The overall animation and soundtrack are exceptional and add to the immersive experience of watching the show. For fans of historical anime, Onihei is a series that is definitely worth watching.

ONIHEI is a series that ran for 1 seasons (13 episodes) between January 9, 2017 and on Anime Strike

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Seasons

13. Kitsunebi

April 2, 2017

A robbery at Shop Yamadaya left 17 people dead. From the Kitsunebi note left at the scene, it was clear that it was by the Kitsunebi clan. However, its leader has passed and his successor is a former lover of Omasa. As a former member of Kitsunebi, Omasa suspects that they were framed by a criminal.(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

12. The Audacious Fellow

March 26, 2017

Koyanagi saved a woman from throwing herself along with her child in the water. They were the wife and child of Matahachi of Shishidome who was arrested by Koyanagi. Koyanagi was frustrated that he couldn't catch Monzaburo of Amabata and lets Matahachi out with his family in exchange for information on Monzaburo's whereabouts.

11. The Man of the Past

March 19, 2017

While Heizo was out, Hisae received a letter which read, Tomorrow at four, at tea shop Yoshinoya by the Gokokuji gates... The sender was the man of the past, Kanshiro Kondo. Hisae goes to the place alone. Kanshiro tells her, don't be surprised when you get back.

10. The End of Wasuke of Dojo

March 13, 2017

Wasuke of Dojo returns to Asakusa and reunites with Magokichi. His son Isotaro was Wasuke's biological child. But Isotaro took his own life after his boss at Ozuya framed him for a crime. Both Magokichi and his wife Ohiro committed suicide by throwing themselves in the water. To avenge them, Wasuke decides to rob Ozuya...(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

9. Crossroads

March 6, 2017

Back in the day when young Heizo used to call himself Tetsusaburo, a skilled man named Jyubei Matsuoka entered the Takasugi Dojo during his lessons. Later, Heizo returns home where his father's legal wife, Hatsu, calls him an illegitimate child. Dispirited, Heizo accepts an assignment to rob with his best friend, Samanosuke.(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

8. Retreat of Okawa River

February 27, 2017

Heizo realized his pipe, a valuable keep-sake of his father, was gone. After patrolling the city, he stepped into a boat where Tomogoro, the boatman was smoking with the very pipe that was stolen. Tomogoro proudly revealed how he stole Heizo€™s pipe to frustrate the feared €œOnihei€ of Edo.(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

7. Clay Pot Smashing Boy

February 20, 2017

Arson Theft Control struggled to investigate Gohei Ishikawa, a member of a notorious clan led by Shinbei the Viper. As a child, he was abused by his step-father. While Heizo was in Kyoto, the abuse escalated and led to him stabbing his step-father to death. He ran away from Edo and resented Onihei for the incident.(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

6. Secret Theft Tactics

February 13, 2017

Heizo becomes accompanied by a thief named Zenpachi of Isa. He admired Heizo€™s ability and character and approached him with the idea to rob the estate of the notorious Ichigoro Masuya.On the day of the burglary, they escape with the cashbox. Zenpachi goes back inside claiming that he dropped the book of €œSecret Theft Tactics.€

5. Yanaka, Iroha Tea House

February 6, 2017

A burglary occurred at the dry-goods wholesaler where 15 people were slaughtered. It was detected as the doing of Shugoro of Hakabi€™s clan.Omasa tells Chugo that they can use the money given by her regular customer, not knowing he is in fact Shugoro of Hakabi.(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

4. Blood Battle

January 30, 2017

Heizo got a visit from Omasa of Nusubito Sake Shop. Now a thief, Omasa left a rough and brutal clan to serve as Heizo€™s spy. Then Genpachi, a clan member, appears and reports to her that they will carry out the robbery the day after tomorrow and leaves. Omasa follows Genpachi but gets kidnapped on the way€¦(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

3. The Evil Scent of Hakubaiko

January 23, 2017

One night, Heizo gets attacked by a ruffian. Hanshiro Kaneko was searching to avenge his father and became an assassin. His last job was to assassinate Heizo and was set to quit the life of an assassin. Hanshiro attacked Heizo who was visiting the boathouse, however€¦

2. Honjo, Sakura Estate

January 16, 2017

Heizo finds out about the continuous incidents happening at the Kakunosuke Hattori residence and as he heads out, he reunites with Samanosuke Kishii.Hearing that the evil Kakunosuke is scheming a robbery, he surrounds the estate and arrests the clan. But there he finds Ofusa, the first love of both Heizo and Samanosuke€¦(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

1. Tanbei of Chigashira

January 9, 2017

Edo has been suffering from crimes led by Tanbei of Chigashira. Heizo is faced with a mystery when jailed Kumehachi claims that he is not the real Tanbei. Kumehachi remembers Tanbei as a boss who abides by the three articles of a true thief. Heizo took Kumehachi€™s word and ordered him to find the real Tanbei.(C)Office Ikenami/Bungeishunju Ltd. /TV Series Onihei Production Committee

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Where to Watch ONIHEI

ONIHEI is available for streaming on the Anime Strike website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch ONIHEI on demand at Amazon Prime and Tubi TV.