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Bakumatsu Rock

Synopsis: Ryouma Sakamoto wants everyone to know about his passion for rock 'n' roll, so he travels the city with his electric guitar willing to show who he finds he is as skilled as the famous Shinsengumi stars they admire. Unfortunately, Japan allows nothing but the sky songs in this group, to write or play different types of music is prohibited and can lead to hard consequences.

Agitated by these strict rules and brainwashing, Ryouma does everything he can to show people that the music he loves will bring to them the freedom they deserve. Together with his bandmates Shinsaku Takasugi and Kogoru Katsura, Ryouma works hard to find places for his rock group 'N' Roll to perform. Refusing to retreat until the song is accepted in Japan, the trio begins to realize that there is more in their passion than they thought.

Table of Content
- Information
- Trailer/OP
- Curiosities
- Manga and Products
- Characters
- Summary
- FAQ
- Games, OVAs, Movies
- Meaning
- Related
- FAQ

Information

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Anime Names

  • Anime Name: Bakumatsu Rock
  • Anime Name in Japanese: 幕末Rock
  • Anime Name in English: Samurai Jam -Bakumatsu Rock-
  • Other names: BakuRock

Production information

  • Producers: Nihon Ad Systems, Marvelous AQL, NBCUniversal Entertainment Japan, TV Asahi Music
  • Licensors: Sentai Filmworks
  • Studios: Studio Deen

Anime Information

  • Type: TV
  • Episodes: 12
  • Date: 41822 - September 17, 2014
  • Genres: Action, Comedy
  • Subjects: Historical, music
  • Target: Shoujo

Anime Reviews

  • note: 6.031
  • Popularity: 10619

Video Trailer/Opening

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  • Name: Bakumatsu Rock Trailer/OP
  • Cover: https://skdesu.com/animage/62557.jpg
  • Date: 2023-06-29T07:55:07-03:00

    • Curiosities

    Below is the main curiosities of the anime "Bakumatsu Rock": 

    • Bakumatsu Rock is an anime that mixes elements of history and music, set at the end of the Bakumatsu period in Japan, which was a period of transition between feudalism and the modernization of the country.
    • The anime was created as part of a multimedia project that includes a game for PlayStation Vita and a CD with the songs in the series.
    • The main characters of the anime are based on real historical figures such as Ryoma Sakamoto, Shinsaku Takasugi and Kogoro Katsura, which were important political and military leaders during the Bakumatsu period.
    • Music is a key anime element, with battles being decided through musical competitions between different political factions.
    • The anime also features fantasy elements, with the characters having special skills that allow them to control the power of music.
    • The series was produced by Deen studio, which is known by other anime such as Fruits Basket, Rurouni Kenshin and Fate/Stay Night.
    • Bakumatsu Rock was directed by Itsuro Kawasaki, who also directed other anime such as Arc The Lad, Rental Magica and Sengoku Basara.
    • The series was originally broadcast in Japan in 2014 and had a total of 12 episodes.
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    Manga and Products from Bakumatsu Rock

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    Main Characters

    Below is the main characters of: "Bakumatsu Rock"With your voice actors and a brief description of the character: 

    • Sakamoto Ryouma (Taniyama Kishou) - A young musician who dreams of changing the world with his music.
    • Katsura Kogorou (Ono Kensho) - A samurai joining Sakamoto's group to fight the oppressive government.
    • Hijikata Toshizou (Suzumura Kenichi) - Shinsengumi's leader, who sees Sakamoto as a threat to the established order.
    • Okita Souji (Morikubo Showtaro) - A Shinsengumi member who has a rivalry with Sakamoto.
    • Shinsaku Takasugi (Kakihara Tetsuya) - a revolutionary who joins Sakamoto's group to fight the government.
    • Ryoma Nagare (Kaji Yuuki) - A young musician who joins Sakamoto's group and becomes his close friend.
    • Tokugawa Yoshinobu (Seki Tomokazu) - The last Xogum of Japan, which is portrayed as an anime villain.

    Summary and events

    1. Japan is going through the Bakumatsu era, a period of political and social turbulence.
    2. Music is prohibited by the government and those who play it are punished.
    3. Ryoma Sakamoto, a young Samurai, meets a group of rebel musicians who are called Shinsengumi.
    4. Ryoma joins Shinsengumi and begins to play music with them, challenging the ban on the government.
    5. They perform in many places, gaining popularity and inspiring others to rebel against the government.
    6. Shinsengumi leader Kogoro Katsura is captured by the government and sentenced to death.
    7. Ryoma and the other members of Shinsengumi join other rebel groups to try to save Kogoro and overthrow the government.
    8. They face various obstacles, including the betrayal of one of the group members.
    9. In the end, they can save Kogoro and defeat the government, allowing the music to be played freely again.

    What happens in the end?

    Below we have a summary of what happens at the end of the anime Bakumatsu RockWe have placed a Spoiler alert, just click below to display the content of the end of the work.

    Unfortunately, Bakumatsu Rock does not have an original source, being an original anime. Therefore, there is no official story or final for the work.

    Games, Movies, OVAs and Specials

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    • Bakumatsu Rock (PSP)
    • Bakumatsu Rock: Ultra Soul (PS Vita)
    • Bakumatsu Rock: Ultra Soul (PS Vita)

    See below a list of OVAs, Specials, and Movies related to anime: Bakumatsu Rock

    • Movie: Bakumatsu Rock: The Last Party
    • OVA: Bakumatsu Rock - Dewa Koi no Kamen
    • OVA: Bakumatsu Rock - Jо̄shi-jōshishūshuku no maki
    • OVA: Bakumatsu Rock - Otome Uta o Kikanakya

    The list may not contain all games, movies, OVAs, or specials. The work may also have not received any extras or be unavailable.

    Meaning of Bakumatsu Rock

    Let's look at the translation of each word and explanation of the anime's name: 

    幕末Rock
    • 幕末 (Bakumatsu) - Refers to the final period of the Tokugawa shogunate in Japan, which occurred between 1853 and 1867.
    • Rock - Musical genre that originated in the United States in the 1950s and is characterized by a combination of elements from rhythm and blues, country and gospel.
    The name of the anime "幕末 Rock" combines the historical period of Bakumatsu with the rock's music genre. The anime story takes place during Bakumatsu, but with a turnaround, where the main characters are members of a rock band. The anime mixes historical elements with music, creating a unique and interesting narrative.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    Bakumatsu Rock has a total of 12 episodes. This number may not represent all seasons.
    You can watch the anime Bakumatsu Rock on Crunchyroll, Netflix, or any other streaming site where the work is available. Availability will depend on your current location.
    The decision to produce new seasons of the anime Bakumatsu Rock usually depends on various factors, such as DVD/Blu-ray sales, merchandise, popularity of the original material. This information can be found throughout the page. The anime's popularity reached on "MyAnimeList" the following number of members: 10619