Description
"Samurai Flamenco" is a 22-episode anime series that blends superhero action, comedy, and drama, exploring the evolution of its protagonist and the world around him. The story begins with Masayoshi Hazama, a young male model who secretly adopts the persona of Samurai Flamenco, a self-proclaimed hero of justice. Inspired by his childhood love of tokusatsu shows, he takes to the streets to fight crime, despite lacking superpowers or advanced technology. His efforts initially focus on minor offenses, such as littering or public disturbances, but his idealism and determination gradually draw attention.
Hidenori Goto, a police officer, becomes entangled in Masayoshi’s activities after encountering him during a routine patrol. Initially skeptical of Masayoshi’s methods, Goto eventually becomes his reluctant ally and confidant, providing practical support and grounding his often reckless behavior. The dynamic between the two characters forms the emotional core of the series, balancing Masayoshi’s idealism with Goto’s pragmatism.
The narrative takes a dramatic turn when the series shifts from its initial lighthearted tone to a more complex and unpredictable storyline. After a series of seemingly mundane encounters, the world of Samurai Flamenco expands to include bizarre and increasingly surreal threats. The introduction of Guillotine Gorilla, a sentient gorilla wielding a guillotine, marks the beginning of a series of escalating challenges that defy conventional logic. These threats are revealed to be part of a larger conspiracy involving the Flamenco Girls, a group of idol singers with a hidden agenda, and King Torture, a flamboyant villain with ties to Masayoshi’s past.
As the stakes rise, Masayoshi’s role as a hero is tested, and the series delves into themes of identity, responsibility, and the nature of heroism. The narrative explores the consequences of Masayoshi’s actions, both on a personal level and in the broader context of society. The introduction of other heroes, such as the Flamenco Rangers and the enigmatic From Beyond, further complicates the story, leading to alliances, betrayals, and unexpected revelations.
The series concludes with a climactic battle that ties together the various threads of the narrative, resolving the central conflicts while leaving room for reflection on the enduring impact of Masayoshi’s journey. Throughout its run, "Samurai Flamenco" maintains a balance between its comedic and dramatic elements, offering a unique take on the superhero genre that challenges expectations and explores the complexities of its characters and their world.
Hidenori Goto, a police officer, becomes entangled in Masayoshi’s activities after encountering him during a routine patrol. Initially skeptical of Masayoshi’s methods, Goto eventually becomes his reluctant ally and confidant, providing practical support and grounding his often reckless behavior. The dynamic between the two characters forms the emotional core of the series, balancing Masayoshi’s idealism with Goto’s pragmatism.
The narrative takes a dramatic turn when the series shifts from its initial lighthearted tone to a more complex and unpredictable storyline. After a series of seemingly mundane encounters, the world of Samurai Flamenco expands to include bizarre and increasingly surreal threats. The introduction of Guillotine Gorilla, a sentient gorilla wielding a guillotine, marks the beginning of a series of escalating challenges that defy conventional logic. These threats are revealed to be part of a larger conspiracy involving the Flamenco Girls, a group of idol singers with a hidden agenda, and King Torture, a flamboyant villain with ties to Masayoshi’s past.
As the stakes rise, Masayoshi’s role as a hero is tested, and the series delves into themes of identity, responsibility, and the nature of heroism. The narrative explores the consequences of Masayoshi’s actions, both on a personal level and in the broader context of society. The introduction of other heroes, such as the Flamenco Rangers and the enigmatic From Beyond, further complicates the story, leading to alliances, betrayals, and unexpected revelations.
The series concludes with a climactic battle that ties together the various threads of the narrative, resolving the central conflicts while leaving room for reflection on the enduring impact of Masayoshi’s journey. Throughout its run, "Samurai Flamenco" maintains a balance between its comedic and dramatic elements, offering a unique take on the superhero genre that challenges expectations and explores the complexities of its characters and their world.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Debut of Samurai Flamenco!
2My Umbrella Is Missing
3Flamenco vs. Fake Flamenco
4Idol Devastation
5The Meaning of Justice
6Capture Samumenco!
7Change the World
8Attack of the Army of Evil!
9Predetermined Quota
10Final Battle at the Enemy Base!
11From Beyond
12Document! We Are the Flamengers!!
13Night Before the Decisive Battle
14The Destruction of Japan
15Imitation Justice
16Wandering Hero
17Ultimate Prime Minister
18Flamenco in Space
19The Quiet Life
20Boy from the Past
21Teaching Love
22Samurai Flamenco Naked!!
Cast
- Soichi Aoshima
- Haiji Sawada
- Joji Kaname
- Masayoshi Hazama / Samurai Flamenco
- Shintarō F. Okuzaki
- Hidenori Goto
- Soichi Aoishima
- Mari Maya
- Masayoshi Hazama/Samurai Flamenco
- Sakura MomoiGabrielle Jeru
- King Torture
- Shintaro Okuzaki
- Jun HarazukaAchim BarrensteinJean-Marc GaleraTōru Ōkawa
- Sakura Mamoi
- Sumi Ishihara
- Hekiru Midorikawa
- Anji Kuroki
- Akira Konno
- Mizuki Misawa
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorTakahiro Ōmori
- ScriptHideyuki Kurata
- Episode DirectorTakahiro ŌmoriAkira HayashiShinpei NagaiFutoshi HigashideKooji KobayashiSayo AoiYukio KurodaInuo InukawaFumiya KitajouShunsuke MachitaniSeimei KidokoroMamiko SekiyaYūsuke OnodaYasuto NishikataMitsutoshi SatōHironori AoyagiMichita ShiraishiAkira Satō
- Original Character DesignChinatsu Kurahana
- Art DirectorHiroshi KatōHirotsugu Kakoi
- Animation DirectorMasaki YamadaKazuyuki IkaiEiji SuganumaToshie KawamuraTakaaki WadaKazuma UikeTomokazu ShimabukuroKumiko TakayanagiYukinori UmetsuSachiko SugimotoYūji HakamadaNaoaki HōjōKenichi KutsunaYoshihiro KannoSaka IkedaNaoyuki AsanoHitomi HasegawaYoshinori DenoWataru YamamotoManabu NiiMichio HasegawaAkane UmezuShunryō YamamuraMasafumi TayoriMasaki KōsakaErika ArakawaYōko KutsuzawaTakao HasegawaKatsuhiro KumagaiEmi HiranoWakiichi Yūta
- Director of Photography
- Series CompositionHideyuki Kurata
- StoryboardTakahiro ŌmoriYoshimitsu ŌhashiYoshiharu AshinoEiji SuganumaKatsumi TerahigashiAtsushi WakabayashiFutoshi HigashideMasayuki MiyajiFumiya KitajouWakiichi YūtaMiyana OkitaJiro NakamuraAkira Satō
- MusicKenji Tamaiagehasprings
- Character DesignYoshimitsu Yamashita
- Chief Animation DirectorYoshimitsu Yamashita
- Art designHiroshi Katō
- ProducerAkitoshi MoriShuko Yokoyama
Production
- ProductionMOVICAniplexFuji Television NetworkDeNADentsu Inc.Kyoraku Industrial Holdings Co.,Ltd.Hobibox Co., Ltd.Project Samumenco
- Animation ProductionManglobe
Relations
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Music
Ending
“DATE TIME" (デートTIME)”
“Flight 23:00”
Insert songs
Ep. 10
“Namida Boshi" (涙星; Tear Star)”






