Hatachi no Ryouma with Kurofune-kun! Episode 1: Black Ships

Canon/MED

Oshimeter

0 Ratings

5★

4★

3★

2★

1★

—

← Prev: EPNext: EP 2 →

Mark as watched

EPISODE REVIEWS

Loading takes…

Episode Context

A breezy, offbeat series premiere that throws young Sakamoto Ryouma, one of Japan's most iconic historical figures, into a fish-out-of-water scenario alongside Kurofune-kun, an adorable chibi mascot embodying the legendary black ships. The tone lands squarely between educational short and comedic skit, with a whimsical energy that keeps things moving at a rapid clip. Expect a playful collision of Edo-era history and modern-day Shinagawa, delivered with DLE's signature minimalist animation style. The sci-fi hook here is time travel, but it serves the comedy and cultural commentary rather than hard genre mechanics. This is light, snackable content designed to charm history buffs and casual viewers alike without demanding much of a time commitment. If you enjoy quirky edutainment with personality, this opener sets the right expectations immediately.

Runtime2 min

Filler StatusCanon

Plot ImportanceMED

Air DateAug 1, 2018

All data and media used are for non-commercial reference. Anime IP belongs to original rights holders. If you are a rights holder and wish to request removal, please contact us at legal@animeoshi.com.