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The Best Episodes of Rurouni Kenshin Season 3

Every episode of Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Rurouni Kenshin Season 3!

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The Meiji Era was one of great renewal for Japan, where swords and killing were outlawed. However, many survivors from the time of Revolution still live, lurking in the shadows and waiting for a chance

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 1 - The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love
    7.5/10(139 votes)

    #1 - The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love

    S3:E1

    Back at home, Kaoru works to restore the dilapidated dojo, while Kenshin encounters a wise old fisherman who teaches him an important lesson about love.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 2 - The Birth of Prince Yahiko? An Elegant Debut into Society
    6.9/10(124 votes)

    #2 - The Birth of Prince Yahiko? An Elegant Debut into Society

    S3:E2

    After stepping in to stop what appears to be a robbery, Kenshin and Kaoru meet a young prince who looks exactly like Yahiko.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 3 - Find the Lost Treasure! The Great Detective Dog Notaro
    6.9/10(121 votes)

    #3 - Find the Lost Treasure! The Great Detective Dog Notaro

    S3:E3

    Sanosuke adopts a stray dog, unaware that it holds the key to a criminal gang's plot to blackmail some local officials and gain political control. And when the gang finally tracks him down, Kenshin and Yahiko join Sanosuke to foil their plan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 4 - Kaoru Ecstatic! Kenshin's Proposal?
    7.2/10(124 votes)

    #4 - Kaoru Ecstatic! Kenshin's Proposal?

    S3:E4

    After Kenshin finds a ring inside a catfish, he's persuaded to give it to Kaoru. Thinking it's an engagement ring, Kaoru is sure that he's asking her to get married.

    Director:Kazuhiro Furuhashi
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  5. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 5 - Gleaming Blade of Legends! The Mystic Swordsman Shougo Amakusa
    7.3/10(123 votes)

    #5 - Gleaming Blade of Legends! The Mystic Swordsman Shougo Amakusa

    S3:E5

    Alerted by Misao, Kenshin and the rest of the Peace Force arrive to help Aoshi find a mysterious killer. Kenshin's investigation uncovers evidence linking the killing to a Christian Samurai and of vengeance that's been foretold.

    Director:Makoto Sokuza
    Writer:Michiru Shimada

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  6. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 6 - The Medallion of Destiny: The First Meeting of Sanosuke and Sayo
    7.1/10(122 votes)

    #6 - The Medallion of Destiny: The First Meeting of Sanosuke and Sayo

    S3:E6

    In an effort to prevent more revenge killings, Kenshin must take on Shogo Amakusa, the Christian warrior known as God's Child.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 7 - To the Battlefield of Shimabara: The Moment of Decisive Battle
    7.1/10(120 votes)

    #7 - To the Battlefield of Shimabara: The Moment of Decisive Battle

    S3:E7

    As Kenshin prepares to honor his promise to stop Shogo Amakusa, he and Sanosuke uncover a secret church that was built when Christian worshipers were forced underground.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 8 - Shock of the Rai Ryu Sen! Kenshin Sent into Darkness
    7.4/10(120 votes)

    #8 - Shock of the Rai Ryu Sen! Kenshin Sent into Darkness

    S3:E8

    When neither Kaoru nor Kenshin can persuade Shogo Amakusa to abandon his plan to advance the Christian cause through violence, the stage for battle is set.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 9 - The Conspiracy of Kaiou: Shougo Caught in a Trap
    7.2/10(119 votes)

    #9 - The Conspiracy of Kaiou: Shougo Caught in a Trap

    S3:E9

    Though blinded by his duel with Shogo Amakusa, Kenshin seeks another battle in hopes it will restore his sight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 10 - Days of Remorse: The Sad Past of Shougo and Sayo
    7.3/10(119 votes)

    #10 - Days of Remorse: The Sad Past of Shougo and Sayo

    S3:E10

    Along with the story of his parent's martyrdom, Misao uncovers the truth behind the alleged miracles that deified Shogo Amarusa.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 11 - The Sneering Demon: Shouzo and Karyu Scattered in the Explosive Flames
    7.2/10(120 votes)

    #11 - The Sneering Demon: Shouzo and Karyu Scattered in the Explosive Flames

    S3:E11

    Sir Kaioh unveils his plan to use Shogo Amarusa's loyal followers to overthrow the government and control Japan himself.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 12 - Sanosuke's Tears: An Eternal Farewell Befalls the Two
    8.0/10(127 votes)

    #12 - Sanosuke's Tears: An Eternal Farewell Befalls the Two

    S3:E12

    As Kenshin tries to stop the slaughter of the Christians as they march towards martyrdom, Sanosuke is unable to avert the death of Shogo's terminally ill sister.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 13 - The Last Crusade: Two Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki Crash!
    7.5/10(118 votes)

    #13 - The Last Crusade: Two Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki Crash!

    S3:E13

    As Misao and the Dutch consul ask the Army delay to their attack, the sightless Kenshin pressures Shogo to prevent the martyrdom of his followers.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 14 - Bon Voyage
    7.2/10(118 votes)

    #14 - Bon Voyage

    S3:E14

    Following Shogo's surrender, Kenshin asks the government not to execute him. As a result, he and his followers are sent into exile in Holland.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 15 - Himura Dojo in Shimonoseki?
    7.0/10(118 votes)

    #15 - Himura Dojo in Shimonoseki?

    S3:E15

    When the Peace Force comes across a man posing as Kenshin, everyone else wants the impostor exposed. But Kenshin notes that he's been using his profits to care for a group of orphans.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 16 - Crush!
    7.0/10(117 votes)

    #16 - Crush!

    S3:E16

    When Kenshin accidentally loses all their money, the Peace Force must go to work at an inn in order to pay their bill.

    Director:Makoto Sokuza
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  17. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 17 - Kaishu Katsu and Kenshin: The Destiny of Two Men Who Survived the Revolution
    6.9/10(117 votes)

    #17 - Kaishu Katsu and Kenshin: The Destiny of Two Men Who Survived the Revolution

    S3:E17

    Kaoru offers to take on a scholarly young student who's been expelled by his teacher until he learns how to fight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 18 - The Unending Revolution: A Destiny Forced Upon Kaishu
    7.0/10(117 votes)

    #18 - The Unending Revolution: A Destiny Forced Upon Kaishu

    S3:E18

    As Kaoru continues her training of Daigoro, Kenshin is warned to steer clear of the young man's teacher, Kaishu Katsu.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Akemi Omode

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  19. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 19 - Conspiracy of the Beni-aoi: The Living Ghost of the Revolution Targets Kaishu!
    7.0/10(117 votes)

    #19 - Conspiracy of the Beni-aoi: The Living Ghost of the Revolution Targets Kaishu!

    S3:E19

    Despite Kaishu's determination to free his daughter on his own, Kenshin joins the Peace Force and Daigoro for a rescue.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 20 - Kaishu Katsu's Determination: The Truth that Lived Through the Times
    7.2/10(116 votes)

    #20 - Kaishu Katsu's Determination: The Truth that Lived Through the Times

    S3:E20

    Though Daigoro is wounded in the battle, Kenshin and company free Itsuko.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 21 - Yutaro Returns: The Conspiracy of the Shadow Swordsmen
    7.2/10(117 votes)

    #21 - Yutaro Returns: The Conspiracy of the Shadow Swordsmen

    S3:E21

    With his arm nearly healed, Yutaro and his doctor arrive for a visit at the dojo.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 22 - The Sanada Ninja Squad and the Elixir: Misanagi's Driving Quest
    7.1/10(115 votes)

    #22 - The Sanada Ninja Squad and the Elixir: Misanagi's Driving Quest

    S3:E22

    When a letter from Dr. Hans reveals the story of the miraculous medicine, Yutaro joins the Peace Force in an effort to find it.

    Director:Naoki Hishikawa
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  23. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 23 - A Straying Journey: The Trap of the Divine Crossing!
    7.3/10(116 votes)

    #23 - A Straying Journey: The Trap of the Divine Crossing!

    S3:E23

    Using the clues left behind by Dr. Hans, Kenshin and company are led to the hidden shrine that holds the key to the miracle cure.

    Director:Hiroyuki Yokoyama
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  24. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 24 - A Heat Wave from Beneath the Earth: The Three Sanada Demons!
    7.1/10(116 votes)

    #24 - A Heat Wave from Beneath the Earth: The Three Sanada Demons!

    S3:E24

    After surviving a fall into a volcano, the Peace Force comes across an injured Sanada Ninja who offers to help battle his former allies.

    Director:Akira Shimizu
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  25. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 25 - Schneider's Bet: The Collapse of the Black Knights!
    7.1/10(114 votes)

    #25 - Schneider's Bet: The Collapse of the Black Knights!

    S3:E25

    After their search leads them to the hidden cure, the leader of the Black Knights makes it clear that he has no intention of honoring his promise to cede control of Japan to the Sanada Ninjas.

    Director:Makoto Sokuza
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love" is the best rated episode of "Rurouni Kenshin" season 3. It scored 7.5/10 based on 139 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/14/1997. This episode is rated 0.6 points higher than the second-best, "The Birth of Prince Yahiko? An Elegant Debut into Society".