S01E0124:561. A Bamboo Broom and a Champion of JusticeDown and out kendo instructor Toraji can't even afford a new light bulb - let alone lunch, but discovering a prodigy like Tamaki might change his fortunes.Episodes — Season 1
Season pageS01E0124:561. A Bamboo Broom and a Champion of JusticeDown and out kendo instructor Toraji can't even afford a new light bulb - let alone lunch, but discovering a prodigy like Tamaki might change his fortunes.
S01E0224:022. The Blade Bravers and Boxed LunchTamaki joins the kendo team and makes short work of a sadistic bully with a thing for beating up on girls.
S01E0324:443. Black and BlueToraji takes the team to a kendo supply to store to stock up on weapons and armor. Later, he gives the female members of the team color-coordinated code names!
S01E0424:074. Pink and BlueA friendly text message convinces Sayako to rejoin the kendo team. She's excited to meet the new members, but that might change if Miyako ever takes her mask off.
S01E0524:095. Muroe High and Machido HighToraji tries to devise a strategy for winning the practice match, but all he can think of is sushi, so Tamaki teaches the team some basic kendo fundamentals.
S01E0624:316. Tamaki Kawazoe and the Tardy BraverKendo is a sport of great honor, but Toraji's dreams of exotic, raw fish tempt him to taint the practice match.
S01E0724:337. Sushi and Mince Meat CutletsAfter watching his team lose, Ishibashi challenges Tamaki to a winner-take-all grudge match.
S01E0824:288. Tama and Part-time WorkTamaki has her eye on a new anime release. Unfortunately, her piggy bank is running low and part-time jobs are against school rules.
S01E0924:189. Kojiro and the Crossroads of FateToraji's trip to the grocery store quickly becomes an inescapable nightmare when he crosses paths with the world's most unpleasant woman.
S01E1024:3310. Miyako Miyazaki's Melancholy and the First TournamentThe team competes in its first big tournament, and a strange girl's sudden appearance makes Miyako uneasy.
S01E1124:5511. Animation and DreamsKirino gets a tip that Tamaki isn't the only kendo prodigy in school. If she can convince the new girl to join the team, it might save the sensei's job.
S01E1224:4512. Azuma's Circumstances and Mei's CircumstancesKirino and Sayako literally drag Azuma to the school's dojo. She proves to be a strong fighter, but there's a reason she gave up kendo.
S01E1324:4313. Teachers and StudentsAzuma feels like she's really becoming part of the team after a practice match with Tamaki rekindles her love of kendo.
S01E1424:4814. Satorin's Resolve and NommingEven though she loves Kendo, Azuma is still hesitant to join the club, but after Miyako pays her a little visit, she may change her mind.
S01E1524:1815. First Training Camp and First Public BathEveryone is excited about the upcoming kendo training camp. Well, maybe not everyone. Tamaki's father is having a tough time letting go of his little girl.
S01E1624:0416. Kirino's Absence and the Preliminary TournamentThe kendo team is in top form at the preliminary tournament. They only need to win one more match to advance, but their opponent is notorious for dirty tricks.
S01E1724:5017. Light and ShadowThe opposing team dishonors kendo and the spirit of fair play to keep Tamaki from competing in the final match, but they only succeed in strengthening her will to win.
S01E1824:1918. The Tournament and Muroe High After ThatTamaki uncharacteristically unleashes a devastating attack, and Toraji makes an honorable - but difficult - decision. If the team is destined to win, it will be up to…
S01E1924:2519. The Armadillo and the PangolinMiyako agrees to a Kendo showdown with a pushy American - winner gets Donny! Miya-miya fights from the heart, but the foreigner attacks with a highly advanced technique.
S01E2024:4220. Braver and ShinaiderYuuji invites Tamaki to the amusement park for what may - or may not be - a date. If love is in the air, it'll have to take a backseat to Blade Braver!
S01E2124:2821. Tamaki Kawazoe and Rin SuzukiTamaki and Rin both love Blade Braver, but their favorite characters are mortal enemies. When the girls visit the show's set, an animated rivalry spills into reality.
S01E2224:0222. Winners and LosersA kendo tournament becomes a grudge match when Miyako battles her rival for Donny and Tamaki finally encounters an opponent who can match her skill level.
S01E2324:5623. Lie and SilenceTamaki's stunning loss to Rin crushed the morale of the kendo club, and things only get worse when the principal summons Toraji to his office for a less-than-pleasant…
S01E2424:5124. The Sword and the WayAfter Miyako and Tamaki resign, Kirino does her best to hold the kendo club together. But even she can't handle a downtrodden sensei and a looming suspension.
S01E2524:0925. Kendo and What It Brings AboutNext up for the reunited kendo club is a tournament ripe for revenge. Miyako gets a chance to silence her rival, and Tamaki is destined for a rematch with Rin!
S01E2624:2326. "Since Then" and "From Here On Out"Tamaki doesn't know what to do when some freshmen show up to check out the kendo club. Kirino ponders life after high school, and a familiar face returns to the dojo.Where to stream Bamboo Blade
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Bamboo Blade synopsis
Tamaki’s reflexes catch the eye of Toraji, an awful Kendo instructor. His only hope for redemption: sign Tamaki as his star pupil. If Toraji can make her feel like part of the team, he might turn his girls into a fearsome sisterhood of the bamboo blade!
Bamboo Blade cast
Ryo HirohashiTamaki Kawazoe (voice) · 26 ep.
Katsuyuki KonishiToraji Ishida (voice) · 26 ep.
Megumi ToyoguchiKirino Chiba (voice) · 26 ep.
Houko KuwashimaMiyako Miyazaki (voice) · 26 ep.
Sachiko KojimaSayako Kuwahara (voice) · 26 ep.
Rina SatoSatori Azuma (voice) · 26 ep.
Daisuke SakaguchiYūji Nakata (voice) · 26 ep.
Akira IshidaDanjūrō Eiga (voice) · 26 ep.
Mai NakaharaReimi Odajima (voice) · 26 ep.
Maaya SakamotoRin Suzuki (voice) · 26 ep.
Tetsu InadaKenzaburō Ishibashi (voice) · 26 ep.
Atsushi ImaruokaAkira Toyama (voice) · 26 ep.
Chiwa SaitoShinobu Toyama (voice) · 26 ep.Hinako SasakiYoshikawa-sensei (voice) · 26 ep.
Kei ShindoKonatsu Harada (voice) · 26 ep.
Yuichi IshigamiMasaru Iwasa (voice) · 26 ep.Bamboo Blade trailer
About the series Bamboo Blade
Bamboo Blade is a series (animation and comedy), airing on TV Tokyo since 2007. It has 1 season and 26 episodes of about 24 minutes each. The series ended on April 1, 2008. Cast members include Ryo Hirohashi, Katsuyuki Konishi and Megumi Toyoguchi. It is rated 5.9/10 by 19 TMDB users.
Frequently asked questions about Bamboo Blade
Where to watch Bamboo Blade online?
In the United States, Bamboo Blade is available with a subscription on Crunchyroll and Crunchyroll Amazon Channel, to buy on Amazon Video (source: JustWatch via TMDB, offers subject to change). Each episode has its own page with this information.
How many seasons of Bamboo Blade are there?
Bamboo Blade has 1 season for a total of 26 episodes.
Has Bamboo Blade ended?
Yes, the series has ended: the last episode aired on April 1, 2008.
Who stars in Bamboo Blade?
The lead actors are Ryo Hirohashi (Tamaki Kawazoe (voice)), Katsuyuki Konishi (Toraji Ishida (voice)), Megumi Toyoguchi (Kirino Chiba (voice)), Houko Kuwashima (Miyako Miyazaki (voice)), Sachiko Kojima (Sayako Kuwahara (voice)).
