Kaze no Yojimbo 2001
What is Kaze no Yojimbo?
Kaze no Yojimbo is a television series that follows George Kodama as he investigates a mysterious incident that took place in the small town of Kimujuku more than fifteen years prior to the events depicted. During his investigation, George becomes entangled in a violent conflict between gangs fighting for territorial control of the town.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 25
- Runtime
- 24 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 2, 2001
- Last aired
- Mar 26, 2002
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- Nippon TV
- Genres
- Drama, Animation
- Updated
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Kaze no Yojimbo is a television series that follows George Kodama as he investigates a mysterious incident that took place in the small town of Kimujuku more than fifteen years prior to the events depicted. During his investigation, George becomes entangled in a violent conflict between gangs fighting for territorial control of the town. The series centers on George's efforts to uncover the truth behind the historical incident while navigating the dangerous dynamics of the ongoing gang warfare that has shaped Kimujuku's recent history. The show explores themes of justice, memory, and small-town corruption through its central character's determined pursuit of answers. George finds himself positioned between investigating past crimes and dealing with present-day violence as the town remains gripped by criminal organizations seeking dominance. The series examines how unresolved incidents from the past continue to influence current events in isolated communities.
Should you watch it?
“A journalist revisits a small town's dark past and gets entangled in a violent gang war.”
- Compelling mystery with high stakes
- Strong character-driven narrative
- Vivid portrayal of small-town corruption
- Violence may be intense for some viewers
You enjoy crime dramas with deep storytelling and moral complexity.
Contains graphic violence and mature themes; suitable for adult audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 25 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Gone With The Dust Oct 2, 2001
- E2 Snake Swamp Oct 9, 2001
- E3 The Bodyguard Oct 16, 2001
- E4 Beauty And The Poison Oct 23, 2001
- E5 The Pursuit Oct 30, 2001
- E6 The Gate Wouldn't Rise Nov 6, 2001
- E7 Legend Of The Demon Nov 13, 2001
- E8 The Casino Train Nov 20, 2001
- E9 The 15-Year Truth Nov 27, 2001
- E10 Red Dreams, White Memories Dec 4, 2001
- E11 Lurking In The Gloom Dec 11, 2001
- E12 The Echo Dec 18, 2001
- E13 The Man Who Returned Dec 25, 2001
- E14 False Reconciliation Jan 1, 2002
- E15 The Counterattack Jan 8, 2002
- E16 Swapping Hostages Jan 15, 2002
- E17 The Great Sting Jan 22, 2002
- E18 The Vendetta Jan 29, 2002
- E19 The Sniper Feb 5, 2002
- E20 Bingo Feb 12, 2002
- E21 The Search for the Truth Feb 19, 2002
- E22 Tanokura Manor Ablaze Feb 26, 2002
- E23 The Great Excursion Mar 5, 2002
- E24 The Close Call Mar 12, 2002
- E25 So long Mar 26, 2002
Frequently asked questions
Is this series based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional drama series.
What genre does this series fall under?
It is primarily a crime and mystery drama.
Is the series appropriate for children?
No, it contains mature content and violence.
How many episodes are in the series?
The episode count is not specified in available sources.
Where is the series set?
The series is set in a small town called Kimujuku.