Vagabond (1999)

In the aftermath of the Battle of Sekigahara, seventeen-year-old Shinmen Takezo survives a devastating defeat and embarks on a violent journey through feudal Japan. Driven by an obsession with becoming invincible under the sun, he sets out on the path of the sword, encountering formidable warriors, unlikely companions, and the consequences of his own brutality. Inspired by the life of legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi, Vagabond explores the meaning of strength, the weight of violence, and the lifelong struggle for self-discovery.

First aired

1999-03-23

Genres

Animation, Action & Adventure, Drama, War & Politics

Seasons

6 (59 episodes)

Status

In Production

Created by

Takehiko Inoue