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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 12 - Sanosuke's Tears: An Eternal Farewell Befalls the Two
    7.8/10(135 votes)

    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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  2. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 1 - The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love
    7.6/10(148 votes)

    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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  3. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 13 - The Last Crusade: Two Amakakeru Ryu no Hirameki Crash!
    7.6/10(127 votes)

    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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  4. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 8 - Shock of the Rai Ryu Sen! Kenshin Sent into Darkness
    7.5/10(129 votes)

    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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  5. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 5 - Gleaming Blade of Legends! The Mystic Swordsman Shougo Amakusa
    7.4/10(131 votes)

    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 10 - Days of Remorse: The Sad Past of Shougo and Sayo
    7.4/10(128 votes)

    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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  7. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 11 - The Sneering Demon: Shouzo and Karyu Scattered in the Explosive Flames
    7.4/10(128 votes)

    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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  8. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 26 - The Two Guides: Yahiko and Yutaro's Eternal Vow
    7.4/10(126 votes)

    S3:E26

    As he faces off against the Black Knight's leader, Kenshin must rely on his brains and not his sword to win the battle.

    Director:Shunji Yoshida
    Writer:Yoshiyuki Suga

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  9. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 6 - The Medallion of Destiny: The First Meeting of Sanosuke and Sayo
    7.3/10(130 votes)

    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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  10. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 9 - The Conspiracy of Kaiou: Shougo Caught in a Trap
    7.3/10(128 votes)

    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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  11. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 14 - Bon Voyage
    7.3/10(127 votes)

    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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  12. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 20 - Kaishu Katsu's Determination: The Truth that Lived Through the Times
    7.3/10(125 votes)

    S3:E20

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 23 - A Straying Journey: The Trap of the Divine Crossing!
    7.3/10(125 votes)

    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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  14. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 24 - A Heat Wave from Beneath the Earth: The Three Sanada Demons!
    7.3/10(124 votes)

    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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  15. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 7 - To the Battlefield of Shimabara: The Moment of Decisive Battle
    7.2/10(129 votes)

    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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  16. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 21 - Yutaro Returns: The Conspiracy of the Shadow Swordsmen
    7.2/10(125 votes)

    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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  17. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 22 - The Sanada Ninja Squad and the Elixir: Misanagi's Driving Quest
    7.2/10(124 votes)

    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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  18. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 25 - Schneider's Bet: The Collapse of the Black Knights!
    7.2/10(123 votes)

    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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  19. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 15 - Himura Dojo in Shimonoseki?
    7.1/10(127 votes)

    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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  20. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 16 - Crush!
    7.1/10(126 votes)

    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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  21. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 18 - The Unending Revolution: A Destiny Forced Upon Kaishu
    7.1/10(124 votes)

    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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  22. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 19 - Conspiracy of the Beni-aoi: The Living Ghost of the Revolution Targets Kaishu!
    7.1/10(125 votes)

    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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  23. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 27 - To My Angel Misao: A Fetching from Kyoto
    7.1/10(123 votes)

    S3:E27

    As Aoshi arrives to bring her home, Misao joins Kaoru and some friends for a final shopping spree. However, Sanosuke and Yahiko's efforts to keep an eye on the women lead to them to be mistaken for a pair of thieves.

    Director:Hiroyuki Yokoyama
    Writer:Akemi Omode

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  24. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 28 - Feng Shui, Surprise Attack! The Mystery of the Pentagram Spread!
    7.1/10(123 votes)

    S3:E28

    Following a series of accidents in town, a master of feng shui blames an imbalance in the Ki, a force which keeps all of nature's other forces in balance.

    Director:Naoki Hishikawa
    Writer:Masashi Sogo

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  25. Rurouni Kenshin Season 3 Episode 32 - The Elegy of Wind and Water: A Last Desperate Effort!
    7.1/10(122 votes)

    S3:E32

    With Kenshin's help, the Wind family derails their rival's plan to redirect the flow of the Ki and ends their effort to dominate Japan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Masashi Sogo

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Sanosuke's Tears: An Eternal Farewell Befalls the Two" is the best rated episode of "Rurouni Kenshin" season 3. It scored 7.8/10 based on 135 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/20/1998. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "The Legend of the Fireflies: A Girl Who Waits for Her Love".