Tokiyuki Houjou
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 4 h 48 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- July 17, 2026 – October 2, 2026
- Season
- Summer 2026
- Source
- Manga
- Studio
- CloverWorks
- Director
- Yuuta Yamazaki
- Original creator
- Yuusei Matsui
- Age rating
- R — 17+ (violence & profanity)
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 76/100
Estimated watch time
4h 48m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Samurai100%War94%Historical80%Shounen79%Politics79%Mixed Media79%Male Protagonist66%Primarily Child Cast60%Ninja60%Gyaru60%
TVFINISHED2026 SUMMER7.6 / 10 AniList score
The Elusive Samurai Season 2
逃げ上手の若君 第二期• Nige Jouzu no Wakagimi 2nd Season
Synopsis
After the tragic events in Kamakura, Tokiyuki Houjou has overcome the worst and started restoring his noble family. His next goal is incredibly ambitious—retaking Kamakura, no matter the cost. However, achieving his goal proves difficult as the region goes through turbulent times while its people are exhausted from their uneasy lives. To make matters worse, some of the current rule's higher-ups are hot on Tokiyuki's trail and hope to expose him. But alongside his skilled and treasured retainers, Tokiyuki will do anything to rebuild his realm as he utilizes his elusiveness in both combat and speech. (Source: MAL Rewrite)
Trailer
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Should you watch The Elusive Samurai Season 2?
The Elusive Samurai Season 2 has been well received, with an average AniList score of 76/100 — 64% of 4,562 ratings are 8/10 or higher.
It ranks #49 highest-rated anime of 2026, and #80 most popular anime of 2026, and #14 highest-rated anime of Summer 2026 on AniList.
Of the 15.4K AniList users who started it, 3.0% dropped it, so it is rarely abandoned; 6.5K have finished it.
At about 4 h 48 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Best for viewers who enjoy Action, Adventure — especially samurai, war, historical, shounen.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
12 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Yuusei Matsui
- Director
- Yuuta Yamazaki
- Series composition
- Yoriko Tomita
- Character design
- Yasushi Nishiya
Where it fits in the series
- Watch first: The Elusive Samurai (2024)
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“Onigoto” by Kento Nakajima · eps 1-
Endings (1)
- ED1“Romantic ga Hoshii nara feat. Nao Kosaka, Youko Shougenji, Kaho Fujishima (Hinatazaka46)” by Botchi Boromaru & Nao Kosaka & Youko Shougenji & Kaho Fujishima · eps 1-
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The Elusive Samurai Season 2 FAQ
How many episodes does The Elusive Samurai Season 2 have?
The Elusive Samurai Season 2 has 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 4 h 48 min in total.
How long does it take to watch The Elusive Samurai Season 2?
About 4 h 48 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is The Elusive Samurai Season 2 finished?
Yes. The Elusive Samurai Season 2 has finished airing — the final episode aired October 2, 2026.
Is there a season 2 of The Elusive Samurai Season 2?
No sequel is listed for The Elusive Samurai Season 2 as of October 2026. You can continue the story in the original manga.
What should I watch before The Elusive Samurai Season 2?
Watch The Elusive Samurai first — The Elusive Samurai Season 2 is a direct sequel.
Is The Elusive Samurai Season 2 based on a manga?
Yes. The Elusive Samurai Season 2 adapts the manga by Yuusei Matsui.
Who animated The Elusive Samurai Season 2?
The Elusive Samurai Season 2 was animated by CloverWorks and directed by Yuuta Yamazaki.
Who sings the opening of The Elusive Samurai Season 2?
The opening, "Onigoto", is performed by Kento Nakajima.
Where can I watch The Elusive Samurai Season 2?
The Elusive Samurai Season 2 is listed on Crunchyroll, iQ. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.