Meiji Gekken: 1874 English Sub & Dub

About Meiji Gekken: 1874

Meet Meiji Gekken: 1874 (明治撃剣－1874－), an action, drama and mystery anime by Tsumugi Akita Anime Lab (2024). Here is the premise in a nutshell. The premise: By 1874, seven years have passed since the end of the samurai era. A former samurai, Shizuma Orikasa works as a rickshaw driver in Tokyo while looking for his fiancée, Sumie Kanomata, who went missing during the Boshin War.

Also worth knowing: Shizuma thwarts an assassination attempt and joins the newly established police department, where he’ll confront to stop dark forces from overthrowing the government.

With action at the core, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Voice work is led by Yuuichi Nakamura as Shizuma Origasa and Lynn as Senri Kurogi. It will appeal most to viewers who like fast, high-impact fights. With 10 episodes in total, there is enough room for the story to develop.

Production & Appeal

Production sits with Tsumugi Akita Anime Lab, which means the visual identity of Meiji Gekken: 1874 follows that studio's craft. Within the action category, fight choreography, pacing and sound design carry much of the weight. Its 6.0/10 score suggests opinions are split, so it suits viewers who already like the genre. Voice casting, including Yuuichi Nakamura as Shizuma Origasa, adds to the appeal for fans who follow seiyuu. It aired in 2024, which makes it easy to place in the wider anime calendar.