Samurai Champloo's Anime: The Historical Research Manga

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The historical research manga-ka compile for these period-piece anime is extensive. At times, the lush recreation of settings are difficult to appreciate without some previous knowledge of the history present. The same can be said for the rekishi fantaji that are based on true events and/or involve famous individuals in Japanese history. For instance, Samurai Champloo’s depiction of Edo Japan and the mores of its social caste system are artfully done. Its exposition on the position of women during this time is explored heavily. In these anime, the stage is set for fictitious samurai women to articulate their narratives within an accurate background.
There are clear correspondences to historical periods as the onna-bugeisha protagonists are

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